Deborah Wang has profoundly impacted Ontario's design culture through her leadership and innovative approach as the co-founder and artistic director of DesignTO, Canada's largest design festival. Her multidisciplinary background in art, curatorial work, and architecture has fostered rich, community-based initiatives that have advanced design appreciation and interdisciplinary collaborations. Embodying a commitment to creativity, social justice, and sustainability in design, Deborah’s work has significantly enhanced architectural literacy and public engagement with design throughout Canada.

Jury Comments

“ Deborah’s strong work ethic, zest and endless energy are impressive. Her approach seem to be: Go big or go home. She has helped DesignTO to grow and it now is a giant force within the community and public. It’s amazing what she has accomplished so early in her career."

Publish Date : 2024/Jun/22