Two days of talks, discoveries, and industry connections

Explore the full Expo Design 2026 program, including conferences, key moments, and activities across multiple stages.

October 7–8, 2026 · Palais des congrès de Montréal

Key highlights of each day

Wednesday, October 7

Day 1

  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Exhibition
  • 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Conferences
  • 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Lunch / Bistro
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM · Cocktail / Networking

Thursday, October 8

Day 2

  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Exhibition
  • 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Conferences
  • 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Lunch / Bistro
  • 5:00 PM + · Grand Prix du Design

Featured talks not to miss

Wednesday · 10:00 AM · Room 1

Specification in the age of AI: Integrating real materials into your visualization tools

Philippe Hébert – Lightbeans

Discover how the next generation of designers visualize, select, and integrate materials into their projects.

Wednesday · 1:30 PM · Room 2

Cabinet doors: evolution, materiality, and impact in contemporary interior design

Christian Marin – Dorr Industries

Thursday · 11:00 AM · Room 3

Invisible architecture: when doors disappear into walls

Marc-Antoine Bélisle