DESIGN TOURS X MB
Design Tours + Immersive Experiences by MB
Private, curated design experiences and industry learning opportunities for interior designers.
From Paris and London to Copenhagen, Italy, Spain, Portugal and across North America, each experience brings together a select group of like-minded design professionals through design, culture, storytelling, networking, direct connections and shared industry perspectives.
Created for designers who are looking to grow creatively, professionally and financially, each immersion is designed to provide inspiration, fresh ideas, valuable business perspective and the opportunity to experience exceptional design destinations with like-minded industry professionals. You will have the opportunity to build important industry relationships while learning from one another through shared experiences and industry dialogue.
Through her industry experience and global relationships, Marla Baker introduces designers to luxury showrooms, ateliers, artisan workshops, design destinations and experiences not typically accessed through traditional travel, with opportunities to build valuable direct industry contacts and relationships throughout each immersion.
Each experience is developed with a unique focus, blending learning, relationship-building and unforgettable design experiences within an elevated and highly personalized environment.
Paris Design Immersion + Sourcing Experience
September 9-14: An exclusive VIP experience!
A five-night Paris experience centered around Maison&Objet, Paris Flea Markets, ateliers, showroom experiences and curated vintage sourcing with Bonne Choice, while creating valuable direct relationships and sourcing connections throughout the experience. And of course, exceptional food, culture and unforgettable experiences Marla Baker is known for.
Be a Design Tours Founder and join our inaugural experience. Benefits will include:
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Early access to future tours
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Founder preferred rates
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Opportunity to be an experience expert at future tours
Curated by Marla Baker + Bonne Choice
Bring home more than inspiration
What makes this different? You'll have an insider view and guided access to Maison&Objet, Paris Design Week experiences, vintage and antique sourcing excursions, trusted supplier introductions, a curated small group experience, fabulous dining and peer networking.
Sept 8-9
Travel Day
Evening departures Sept 8
Paris arrival Sept 9 morning
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Hotel check-in 4-star boutique hotel in central Paris
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Neighbourhood Walk + Trip Briefing
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MB hosted 3-course dinner
Sept 10
M&O + Paris Design Walk
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Maison&Objet Discovery + Trend Captures
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MB hosted 3-course dinner
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Evening Design Walk - central Paris Design Ateliers & Showrooms
Sept 11
Vintage + Antique Sourcing Day
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Vintage + Antique dealer visits outside central Paris. Personal introductions and Sourcing Experience by Bonne Choice
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Vintage Discovery + Inspo Captures
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MB hosted outdoor Parisian picnic
Sept 12
Paris Flea Market Day
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Paris Flea Market Tour by Bonne Choice
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MB hosted lunch
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Evening Design Walk: Visit Design Ateliers & Showrooms
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Sponsored Dinner*
Sept 13
Choose your Adventure Day
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Back to Maison&Objet - vendor meetings or Museum Visit
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FINALE MB hosted 3-course dinner
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Optional: Seine River Cruise
Sept 14
Travel Day
Breakfast + morning departure to airport
* Schedule subject to change
The Experience Begins Before You ArriveT
You'll also have dedicated one-on-one time with Carlo and Marla to discuss your sourcing interests, project needs, and areas of design focus, helping shape a more personalized experience.
Following the tour, participants will be invited to an exclusive post-tour MB event and discussion with Carlo, reflecting on key trends, sourcing discoveries, and international insights.
Carlo and Bonne Choice will remain an ongoing vintage resource for the group following the trip, supporting sourcing needs and preferred pricing as part of Design Tours by MB.
Presented by Marla Baker,
Founder & CEO
A respected advocate and business development expert in the design community, Marla Baker is known for connecting designers with luxury brands, strategic relationships and profitable growth.
As your host in Paris, she brings her passion for design, talent for bringing people together, and a carefully curated approach to creating memorable experiences both at Maison&Objet and throughout the city.
Guided Design Immersion
Throughout the journey, participants will benefit from the expertise and local connections that we've made just for you. The design immersion experience transforms a visit into a true professional design experience.
Purchase logistics and container shipping available with Bonne Choice.
Paris Design Week
District Walks
Throughout the week, explore some of Paris' most inspiring design neighbourhoods and showrooms as the city comes alive during Paris Design Week. Discover innovative brands, independent ateliers, and emerging design destinations at the precipice of design.
What's included
Experience Cost $6,500 CAD
1 / Hotel + Select Meals
Five nights accommodation at a centrally located 4-star boutique hotel MSocial - shared occupancy Signature room, 2 beds, with daily breakfast.
Hosted welcome, sourcing and MB dinners (3 included), plus two MB group lunches.
Support and concierge services for independent planning outside of the experience schedule.
2 / Airport transfers + Local transportation
Group airport transfers on arrival and departure
Local metro/rail transportation throughout included tour programming
3 / Access to events
Access to Maison&Objet, full-day vintage sourcing experience and curated vintage sourcing excursion beyond central Paris with expert guidance, guided design district walks and exclusive showroom visits.
4 / Additional inclusions
Design-focused welcome package, professional planning, hosting, and on-site support, gratuities for host activities as applicable
What's NOT included
1 / Airline flights + personal transportation/meals
Round-trip airfare to and from Paris - book through our travel partner: Maritime Travel, Sandi Cooper, scooper@maritimetravel.ca, 1-800-465-7100
Preferred flight information:
Departure - Tuesday September 8th Air Canada
AC 872 at 20:40 from Toronto, arrives in Paris 10am Wednesday September 9th.
Returning - Monday September 14th Air Canada AC 873 at 12:40pm from Paris, arrives in Toronto 4:50pm.
Book now to get preferred flights and seating. Air Canada seat sale on now until June 15.
Meals not specifically listed as included
Taxi/Uber trips during free time and independent activities
Optional sightseeing, shopping and personal purchases
Shipping costs for sourced items - preferred rates available through Bonne Choice
2 / Hotel upgrades
Hotel room or single occupancy upgrades available for an additional fee
3 / Insurance
Optional trip cancellation and interruption insurance
Mandatory medical insurance*
*View Terms & Conditions in the registration section below
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