Cosentino City Toronto opens its doors downtown

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The new “living” showroom aims to become a hub for designers and homeowners.

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It felt more like a Friday night downtown than a midweek industry opening.

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Music pulsed from the DJ booth, prosecco sparkled in hand and Toronto design insiders packed the new Cosentino City Toronto at 143 Frederick Street for a celebration that blended Iberian style with urban sophistication.

Spanish favorites like jamón and manchego were freshly sliced ​​on the counter while guests milled among the stone slabs glowing under the soft architectural lights.

Even though the crowd was standing room only, the exhibition hall felt sleek and spacious. I caught glimpses of delightful, impeccable design details, such as the three-tier tabletop that echoes the fluted detailing of its base, a subtle nod to craftsmanship and form. The evening was both a party and a milestone for the global brand.

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For Eduardo Cosentino, president of the Spanish company, the move to the city center represents more than just a new address.

“It felt like the next chapter,” Cosentino says. “We have been in Canada for 10 years, consistently growing, gaining trust and becoming part of the way designers and homeowners present their projects.”

The new showroom will bring Cosentino from Caledonia to the corner of Front and Frederick Streets, just steps from Toronto's King East design district, a hub of furniture studios, lighting galleries and architecture firms that define the city's creative core.

“Toronto is one of the most dynamic design markets in North America,” says Cosentino. “We wanted to be at the center of a place where inspiration, design dialogue and materials discovery happen every day.”

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This dialogue is now reflected in a space designed as a “living exhibition hall”. The immersive layout invites visitors to cook on working kitchen islands, explore entire ranges in motion, test materials in the Atelier design library, or experience The Bathelier, a functional bathroom concept featuring Cosentino's new Zoe Top integrated sink.

“Cosentino is not just a surface manufacturer, we are a design partner,” he says. “This city center allows people to touch, test, collaborate and refine information in real time.”

The idea was brought to life by Heather Dubbeldam, director of Dubbeldam Architecture + Design, who worked closely with Cosentino's design team in Spain to adapt the concept for Toronto.

“Cosentino first approached us early last year,” says Dubbeldam. “We admire their commitment to sustainability, which is central to their company ethos.” Values ​​that are closely linked to their own: “Their surfaces use recycled materials and renewable energy, advanced technologies that minimize waste and water.” She enthuses, “It was great to be chosen and help bring their vision to life here.”

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The design process from idea to implementation took about a year and a half. Dubbeldam's goal was to create a space that combines warmth and precision.

“Every surface—walls, floors and joinery—is wrapped in Cosentino materials,” she enthuses. “The matte textured finish was chosen to bring warmth and tactility to the space while highlighting the natural character of the products.”

Natural light pours in through large corner windows, while sculptural fixtures from Vibia, a Spanish lighting brand, add ambiance after dark.

“Lighting was key,” added Dubbeldam. “We wanted to bring out texture and tone, so the combination of daylight and accent lighting adds depth and creates a calm, uplifting atmosphere.”

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Now celebrating a decade in Canada, Cosentino has expanded to seven distribution centers, three showrooms and more than 100 employees across the country. Its high-performance surfaces: Dekton, Silestone and Sensa are renowned for their durability, sustainability and design versatility.

“People want to invest once and invest well,” Cosentino says. “Our materials are at the intersection of beauty, sustainability and performance.”

As the premiere drew to a close, guests from Toronto's design industry lingered, immersed in the design space, no doubt anticipating opportunities for their own projects. “This space is not just meant to be admired,” Cosentino said. “It’s designed to be activated by the people of this city.”

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