The event beautifully wove together the threads of luxury, design and inspiration.
Design is about more than spaces; it’s about reimagining how to live your life. Definitions of luxury and functionality have undergone several transformations over the years and design has evolved, leading to ever more consumer choices.
On September 16, 2026, some of the leading voices in luxury and design, real estate and insurance gathered to celebrate their individual journeys at W Studio, the award-winning rug design house, with art at the centre of the conversation.
Addressing the theme “Live Artfully,” the panel explored their interpretations of luxury, evolving design trends, and the balance between modern luxury and timeless design. They shared the idea that luxury is not necessarily about excess, but about longevity, creativity and creating spaces that make people feel at home.
Sharing their concepts of la dolce vita, they shared how family and positive client relationships can add a sweetness to life like nothing else can.
The day, spent at an elegant venue replete with beautiful carpets, lovely paper flowers and exciting food, served as a reminder of how design and art continue to shape ideas and perspectives and, above all, the way we live.
Fernando Zerillo & Michelle Zerillo-Sosa
Co-Founders of Dolce Magazine
Fernando Zerillo and Michelle Zerillo- Sosa have both been dynamic forces in the media industry with Dolce magazine, a leading luxury lifestyle publication that delivers its signature print magazine, sleek digital platform, and expansive social media. With their entrepreneurial spirit and creative vision, they successfully steer creative projects of all sizes and scope for their clientele. In addition to their media ventures, both are committed to positive social impact and community growth.
@dolcemediagroup
Alan Pourvakil
Founder & Owner of W Studio
An internationally award-winning designer, Alan Pourvakil has been working in the carpet industry for more than three decades. As founder and owner of W Studio, he is widely celebrated as one of the foremost experts in the field of hand- knotted carpets. He caters to every project with attention to detail, distinctive designs, and his quest for excellence.
@wstudiocarpets
Mila Yudina
Founder of Mila Yudina Design
An award-winning interior designer based in Toronto, Mila Yudina brings her background in fashion and art to Mila Yudina Design, an international practice dedicated to interiors as functional sculpture. With her strong attention to detail, she creates environments that are subtly appealing by favouring timeless forms over trends. Her portfolio also comprises custom lighting and furniture created with the same sculptural expertise.
@milayudinadesign
Enzo Ferrari
Founder and CEO of Ferrari Group of Companies
As the founder and CEO of an award-winning Canadian insurance brokerage recognized for delivering innovative risk-management and insurance solutions to businesses and high- net-worth clients, Enzo Ferrari brings more than 25 years of industry experience and a commitment to exceptional client service. He has built his career on trusted relationships and strategic growth while driving innovation within the insurance industry.
@enzoferrari68
Claudine Montano
Founder & CEO of Penthouse Queen Inc.
A pioneer in luxury real estate, Claudine Montano has created her niche with Penthouse Queen Inc. — Toronto’s Finest Penthouses and Luxury Properties delivered with concierge service & expertise. Her brand serves the lifestyles of CEOs, professional athletes and celebrities. Recipient of numerous awards over 19 years, she is also a mother, philanthropist, and upcoming author, and a disruptor revolutionizing luxury real estate with her passion for digital technology.
@penthousequeen
Michael London
Founder and principal of Michael London Design
With over 25 years of experience and a body of work spanning residential, condo, and hospitality, Michael London is the founder and principal of Michael London Design, a Toronto-based interior design firm recognized for creating spaces that are as intentional as they are enduring. He has built a practice defined by one standard — that great design should be unrepeatable, belonging completely to the person it was made for.
@michaelllondon
Alva Roy M.Arch., OAA, MRAIC
Founder and principal of Alva Roy Architects Inc.
Alva Roy is an internationally award-winning architect and design-builder with more than two decades of experience in Canada and internationally. As founder and principal of Alva Roy Architects Inc., he brings a distinctive end-to-end perspective to luxury residential and commercial projects, connecting architectural vision with construction execution. His work focuses on creating highly personal spaces that balance timeless design, craftsmanship, feasibility, and long-term value.
@alvaroyarchitects
