Showing posts with label BMO CENTRE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label BMO CENTRE. Show all posts
Sep 25, 2015
With the end of the Calgary Home + Design Show upon us, it is now time to welcome fall with open arms after four amazing days at the BMO Centre. From interior design to culinary creations and celebrity sightings, it all came together under one roof – complete with the hundreds of local retailers, designers and experts who made it all possible!
Missed out? Don’t fret. We’ve rounded up our favourite features and the most memorable moments.
Our favourite contractor, Bryan Baeumler, lit up the Trail Appliances Main Stage with his wife Sarah, and had fans fawning over his renovation (and marriage) know-how.
The Parker Barrow design duo returned to Calgary just in time for fall, sharing their insider tips and tricks to incorporate worldly touches into your home.
Things got cookin’ on the Trail Appliances Cooking Stage with the Samsung Junior Chef Challenge, hosted by chef Pierre Lamielle. Congrats to Calgary’s own Ryley Pochapsky, who walked away with $5,000 worth of Samsung appliances for his family’s kitchen - not to mention a hip pair of Samsung headphones for himself.
Guests couldn’t resist the Ultimate Upcycle Challenge: Take A Seat - all 10 entries were scooped up and given a second chance at life! Designs by local media personalities, designers and tastemakers raised $1,295 for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, thanks to their creative takes on pre-loved items of choice. Congrats to Melissa Wagner of Interiors to Inspire for scoring the top bid of $250.
And, don’t forget to mark your calendars! Catch even more fantastic features and celebrity guests at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 25 – February 28 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Stay tuned to our website for more details, coming soon.
Missed out? Don’t fret. We’ve rounded up our favourite features and the most memorable moments.
Our favourite contractor, Bryan Baeumler, lit up the Trail Appliances Main Stage with his wife Sarah, and had fans fawning over his renovation (and marriage) know-how.
The Parker Barrow design duo returned to Calgary just in time for fall, sharing their insider tips and tricks to incorporate worldly touches into your home.
Things got cookin’ on the Trail Appliances Cooking Stage with the Samsung Junior Chef Challenge, hosted by chef Pierre Lamielle. Congrats to Calgary’s own Ryley Pochapsky, who walked away with $5,000 worth of Samsung appliances for his family’s kitchen - not to mention a hip pair of Samsung headphones for himself.
Guests couldn’t resist the Ultimate Upcycle Challenge: Take A Seat - all 10 entries were scooped up and given a second chance at life! Designs by local media personalities, designers and tastemakers raised $1,295 for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, thanks to their creative takes on pre-loved items of choice. Congrats to Melissa Wagner of Interiors to Inspire for scoring the top bid of $250.
And, don’t forget to mark your calendars! Catch even more fantastic features and celebrity guests at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 25 – February 28 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Stay tuned to our website for more details, coming soon.
Sep 4, 2015
We're thrilled to have Silk Plant Warehouse joining us at this year's Calgary Home + Design Show. Make sure to visit them in Booth #580 during the show, which takes over the BMO Centre September 17-20, 2015.
Silk Plant Warehouse is a staple for Calgary design enthusiasts. With a plethora of indoor and outdoor decor items, this unique company has just what you need to spruce up your space - whatever the season. Check out our brief interview with the Silk Plant Warehouse team to get a sneak peek at what they'll be bringing to the show!
Describe your product.
"Silk Plant Warehouse offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor home decor options. We carry everything from plants to paintings. We also offer custom design service and deliveries as well."
What are your best design tips?
"Less is more! Contemporary designs, especially for outdoors, have been extremely popular. In terms of our artificial plant products, appearances can be deceiving. A little goes a long way."
Will you have any show specials?
"Feature Items this year will be our Christmas collection, that has been expanded. Our indoor decorative branches selection has also expanded, and will be coming soon. Our HUGE outdoor selection of cedars and boxwoods is very popular. Our show special would be a 10% discount off a certain product. While quantities last."
What are you design pet peeves?
"Clutter is nobody's friend. Stay away from clutter. Pick one accent colour and stick with it."
What's your favourite part of the Calgary Home + Design Show?
"Seeing all the upcoming trends and new items coming into the marketplace."
Is there anything else folks should know?
"Inspiration is easy to find at Silk Plant Warehouse. From the creative custom plant designs to the abundance of exceptional plant inventory, our store has everything you need to transform your indoor and outdoor spaces. Our unique collection of home decor accessories and modern artwork make Silk Plant Warehouse one of Calgary's hidden treasures for design enthusiasts."
It all comes together at the Calgary Home + Design Show. The home and garden event of the season is the authority on all things design, entertaining, and home improvement. Head down to the BMO Centre, Sept 17-20 to connect with celebrities, experts, and professionals who have tons of tips and advice to share with you.
Don't have tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets when you connect with us on Facebook. Treat a friend or family member to the show. We can't wait to see you there!
Silk Plant Warehouse is a staple for Calgary design enthusiasts. With a plethora of indoor and outdoor decor items, this unique company has just what you need to spruce up your space - whatever the season. Check out our brief interview with the Silk Plant Warehouse team to get a sneak peek at what they'll be bringing to the show!
Describe your product.
"Silk Plant Warehouse offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor home decor options. We carry everything from plants to paintings. We also offer custom design service and deliveries as well."
What are your best design tips?
"Less is more! Contemporary designs, especially for outdoors, have been extremely popular. In terms of our artificial plant products, appearances can be deceiving. A little goes a long way."
Will you have any show specials?
"Feature Items this year will be our Christmas collection, that has been expanded. Our indoor decorative branches selection has also expanded, and will be coming soon. Our HUGE outdoor selection of cedars and boxwoods is very popular. Our show special would be a 10% discount off a certain product. While quantities last."
What are you design pet peeves?
"Clutter is nobody's friend. Stay away from clutter. Pick one accent colour and stick with it."
What's your favourite part of the Calgary Home + Design Show?
"Seeing all the upcoming trends and new items coming into the marketplace."
Is there anything else folks should know?
"Inspiration is easy to find at Silk Plant Warehouse. From the creative custom plant designs to the abundance of exceptional plant inventory, our store has everything you need to transform your indoor and outdoor spaces. Our unique collection of home decor accessories and modern artwork make Silk Plant Warehouse one of Calgary's hidden treasures for design enthusiasts."
It all comes together at the Calgary Home + Design Show. The home and garden event of the season is the authority on all things design, entertaining, and home improvement. Head down to the BMO Centre, Sept 17-20 to connect with celebrities, experts, and professionals who have tons of tips and advice to share with you.
Don't have tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets when you connect with us on Facebook. Treat a friend or family member to the show. We can't wait to see you there!
BMO CENTRE
SEPTEMBER 17-20, 2015.
Feb 27, 2015
The wait is finally over, the Calgary Home + Garden Show is here! Swing by the BMO Centre & Corral from February 26th to March 1st to see Canada's most talented designers and gardening gurus on the Home + Garden Stage, presented by The Calgary Herald. Plus, don't miss out on over 650 exhibitors and features designed to whip any home or garden into shape!
As the show kicks into high gear, we'd like to shed light on this year's celebrity presenter, HGTV's Carson Arthur, gracing the Home + Garden Stage for the first time in show history.
As the co-star of HGTV Canada's Critical Listing and founder of Carson Arthur Design, Carson Arthur has become a voice of environmentally-friendly landscape design on a global scale. We're thrilled to host this curb appeal master on the Home + Garden Stage. He'll be offering tips on how to find value in your outdoor spaces and how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to landscaping. Looking to redesign or renovate your outdoor space? Carson has expert advice for you! Don't miss Carson Arthur on the Home + Garden Stage on February 28th and March 1st!
Presentation Topic: "Show Me The Money" - Landscaping has joined kitchens and bathrooms at the top of ways to improve your home's value. See how to make your gardens work for you!
Where: Home + Garden Stage presented by The Calgary Herald
When: Saturday, February 28th at 3pm and Sunday, March 1st at 12pm
Presentation Topic: "The New Low" - Why low-maintenance outdoor spaces are changing the face of outdoor living.
Where: Home + Garden Stage presented by The Calgary Herald
When: Saturday, February 28th at 7pm
Interested in attending the Calgary Home + Garden Show? To avoid box office lines (and receive a hefty discount), get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook! For a complete list of home and garden celebrities and their stage appearances and presentation topics check out our Stage Schedule.
As the show kicks into high gear, we'd like to shed light on this year's celebrity presenter, HGTV's Carson Arthur, gracing the Home + Garden Stage for the first time in show history.
As the co-star of HGTV Canada's Critical Listing and founder of Carson Arthur Design, Carson Arthur has become a voice of environmentally-friendly landscape design on a global scale. We're thrilled to host this curb appeal master on the Home + Garden Stage. He'll be offering tips on how to find value in your outdoor spaces and how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to landscaping. Looking to redesign or renovate your outdoor space? Carson has expert advice for you! Don't miss Carson Arthur on the Home + Garden Stage on February 28th and March 1st!
Presentation Topic: "Show Me The Money" - Landscaping has joined kitchens and bathrooms at the top of ways to improve your home's value. See how to make your gardens work for you!
Where: Home + Garden Stage presented by The Calgary Herald
When: Saturday, February 28th at 3pm and Sunday, March 1st at 12pm
Presentation Topic: "The New Low" - Why low-maintenance outdoor spaces are changing the face of outdoor living.
Where: Home + Garden Stage presented by The Calgary Herald
When: Saturday, February 28th at 7pm
Interested in attending the Calgary Home + Garden Show? To avoid box office lines (and receive a hefty discount), get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook! For a complete list of home and garden celebrities and their stage appearances and presentation topics check out our Stage Schedule.
Feb 24, 2015
To celebrate the arrival of the Calgary Home + Garden Show, taking place at the BMO Centre & Corral from February 26 to March 1, 2015, we're giving our lucky readers a chance to walk away with a spring cleaning + home decor prize pack valued at nearly $700!
Spring is on its way, and with it comes a fresh start, new ideas, and much-needed decor inspiration. We've teamed up with some of our exhibitors at the show to get you into tip-top shape before the season comes around. The Calgary Home + Garden Show spring prize pack includes:
Spring is on its way, and with it comes a fresh start, new ideas, and much-needed decor inspiration. We've teamed up with some of our exhibitors at the show to get you into tip-top shape before the season comes around. The Calgary Home + Garden Show spring prize pack includes:
- 4 tickets to the Calgary Home + Garden Show (4 X $15)
- AspenClean Professional Edition Whole House Cleaning Kit ($69.95)
- AspenClean Super Scrub Powder ($9.95)
- AspenClean Service Gift Card ($30)
- IKEA Gift Card ($50)
- VetsToGo Gift Card ($250)
- Kohler K-1954 Touchless toilet retrofit kid (List price of $122.00), via Ultimate Bath Systems
- Kohler K-5638-0 Reveal Nightlight toilet seat (List price $104.00), via Ultimate Bath Systems
We're thrilled to have Tony William Roofing & Exteriors joining us at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Here's an inside scoop on what's happening at Tony William Roofing & Exteriors and what you can expect from them at the show.
1. What are your featured products this season?
We focus mostly on high quality products resulting in long lasting roofs and exterior renovations. For instance:
2. What can we look forward to seeing from you at the show?
We are focusing on spending time with potential customers! Our booth will showcase a display of some of the materials we use - however, we will be mostly using our space at Booth #667 as a meeting place to discuss future projects with potential customers and show them how Tony William Roofing & Exteriors is different. We stand alone among our competitors in Calgary because of our commitment to the little things. There are so many details involved and decisions to be made when thinking about starting an exterior renovation project of any size. The Calgary Home + Garden Show is such a great opportunity to discuss all the details and answer everyone's questions.
3. What home design and decor trends are you anticipating for 2015?
Homeowners are looking for a company and products that can withstand the test of time, not to mention the variety of weather that a home is exposed to here in Calgary. While the featured products we listed above are on point with home design and decor trends for 2015, the real trend heading into 2015 is "fortifying" your home: making the roof and exterior strong and durable while being sharp, classy, and timeless. We are entering a time where insurance companies are changing the way they operate when it comes to replacing storm damaged items on homes, often significantly increasing deductible amounts. The money customers do spend needs to count, and they need to be assured that the products being used and the company who applies them will be long lasting in our unique and volatile climate (weather and marketplace).
There is also a greater interest in building roofs and exteriors that are more efficient and environmentally responsible. Our product warranties are available from 25-50 years and offer advanced wind protection. Not only will your home be 'fortified' by using durable products, it will have a better insulation rating, and products chosen will not be in the landfill/need to be replaced in 10 years.
4. What inspires your products?
Our true "product" is service: the absolute best customer service. This is inspired by our desire to put quality and integrity back into our craft. We provide a service that allows homeowners to achieve the function and look they have envisioned for their home. The inspiration for the products we choose is customer driven: what is your vision? What is the absolute best product we can install to bring that vision to life while staying within the budget you have set out for your project? Our inspiration is you!
5. What is your favourite part about the Calgary Home + Garden Show?
In addition to meeting other exhibitors and seeing the products and services they have to offer, our favourite part of the show is getting face time with our potential customers and having a chance to speak to people about what we do and how we do it. Getting our name out there. Getting an opportunity to show potential customers how Tony William Roofing & Exteriors is different, and hear their questions and concerns about moving forward with a project, and sometimes even forming long lasting relationships! That is why we exhibit at the show year after year.
Don't miss out on Tony William Roofing & Exteriors' innovative products and exceptional customer service. Visit their booth at the Calgary Home + Garden Show and learn how they can help you with your next home improvement project. Don't have tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 on Facebook - bring a friend or family member to the show, we can't wait to see you there!
1. What are your featured products this season?
We focus mostly on high quality products resulting in long lasting roofs and exterior renovations. For instance:
- Malarkey Roofing products: a family run company that takes great pride in product quality. Malarkey leads the industry in terms of advancements in technology that bring asphalt shingles to the next level of innovation in roofing. Malarkey shingles recently developed a designer shingle - Malarkey Windsor - and it was Tony William Roofing & Exteriors who sold the first Windsor roof in Calgary.
- Hardie siding: a fibre cement siding which brings beauty, safety, and durability. The end result: a timeless exterior.
- Longboard Siding and Soffit are a favourite of ours as well: long lasting, no maintenance. You get the richness and beauty of wood without the upkeep, and always have a sleek, precision finish.
- Kayu Batu: bringing the beauty of exotic rain forest wood to the exterior of your home here in Calgary. It is functional, durable, and accentuates curb appeal. This and other quality products applied to your home's exterior by Tony William Roofing & Exteriors complement nearly any other siding product application.
- Celect siding by Royal: this revolutionary siding product comes in a variety of colours simulating wood finish without the maintenance.
- Shakertown: genuine natural colour grain of Western Red Cedar transforming homes into a work of art.
2. What can we look forward to seeing from you at the show?
We are focusing on spending time with potential customers! Our booth will showcase a display of some of the materials we use - however, we will be mostly using our space at Booth #667 as a meeting place to discuss future projects with potential customers and show them how Tony William Roofing & Exteriors is different. We stand alone among our competitors in Calgary because of our commitment to the little things. There are so many details involved and decisions to be made when thinking about starting an exterior renovation project of any size. The Calgary Home + Garden Show is such a great opportunity to discuss all the details and answer everyone's questions.
3. What home design and decor trends are you anticipating for 2015?
Homeowners are looking for a company and products that can withstand the test of time, not to mention the variety of weather that a home is exposed to here in Calgary. While the featured products we listed above are on point with home design and decor trends for 2015, the real trend heading into 2015 is "fortifying" your home: making the roof and exterior strong and durable while being sharp, classy, and timeless. We are entering a time where insurance companies are changing the way they operate when it comes to replacing storm damaged items on homes, often significantly increasing deductible amounts. The money customers do spend needs to count, and they need to be assured that the products being used and the company who applies them will be long lasting in our unique and volatile climate (weather and marketplace).
There is also a greater interest in building roofs and exteriors that are more efficient and environmentally responsible. Our product warranties are available from 25-50 years and offer advanced wind protection. Not only will your home be 'fortified' by using durable products, it will have a better insulation rating, and products chosen will not be in the landfill/need to be replaced in 10 years.
4. What inspires your products?
Our true "product" is service: the absolute best customer service. This is inspired by our desire to put quality and integrity back into our craft. We provide a service that allows homeowners to achieve the function and look they have envisioned for their home. The inspiration for the products we choose is customer driven: what is your vision? What is the absolute best product we can install to bring that vision to life while staying within the budget you have set out for your project? Our inspiration is you!
5. What is your favourite part about the Calgary Home + Garden Show?
In addition to meeting other exhibitors and seeing the products and services they have to offer, our favourite part of the show is getting face time with our potential customers and having a chance to speak to people about what we do and how we do it. Getting our name out there. Getting an opportunity to show potential customers how Tony William Roofing & Exteriors is different, and hear their questions and concerns about moving forward with a project, and sometimes even forming long lasting relationships! That is why we exhibit at the show year after year.
Don't miss out on Tony William Roofing & Exteriors' innovative products and exceptional customer service. Visit their booth at the Calgary Home + Garden Show and learn how they can help you with your next home improvement project. Don't have tickets yet? Right now you can get 2-for-1 on Facebook - bring a friend or family member to the show, we can't wait to see you there!
Feb 23, 2015
At this year's 34th annual Calgary Home + Garden Show, taking place February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Center & Corral, we're introducing an exciting new design challenge for a cause: Home Tweet Home. This new feature will showcase 20 birdhouses designed by Calgary's top designers, tastemakers, and media personalities. Each creation is inspired by drawings of a dream house as imagined by a young beneficiary of Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta.
Each miniature abode will be up for silent auction for the duration of the show, and 20 lucky bidders will have the chance to walk away with their house of choice, with 100% of the funds directly benefitting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta.
Home Tweet Home Participants include:
Ana Zanella, 4Cats Art Studio
Angela Knight, CBC Calgary
Brooklyn Berry, Brooklyn Berry Designs
Carlos Cuevas, Kool 101.5 FM
Dallas Flexhaug, Global Calgary
Jenny Howe, CBC Calgary
Julia Kwinter & Caitlin Best, Notable
Katie Mooney, Alykhan Velji Designs
Kelsey Hipkin, CREBnow
Marie-Claire Williams, Cardel Renos
Ricky Zayshley, Avenue Magazine
Ryan Massel, I'm Mr. Fabulous
Samantha Nickerson, Peek Thru Our Window
Sarah Swanson, Flourish Design + Style
Sarah Crosbie, Q107 FM
Sue Deyell, KISS 95.9 FM
Tara Nelson, CTV Calgary
Tiffany Burns, Blue Besos
Wanda Weston, WW Design Studio
Left: Marie-Claire Williams combined fire-hydrant red with mixed metals for a match made in heaven.
Right: Ricky Zayshley recreated Stacey's dream house with this Hello Kitty-inspired masterpiece.
Each miniature abode will be up for silent auction for the duration of the show, and 20 lucky bidders will have the chance to walk away with their house of choice, with 100% of the funds directly benefitting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta.
Left: Alykhan Velji and Katie Mooney took a modern, gilded approach.
Right: Sarah Swanson and Jennifer Englehardt were inspired by a Palm Springs bungalow.
Right: Sarah Swanson and Jennifer Englehardt were inspired by a Palm Springs bungalow.
Home Tweet Home Participants include:
Make sure you check out the Home Tweet Home display to place your winning bid. Purchase your tickets early for the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 tickets on Facebook.
Feb 4, 2015
Enhance your home, inside and out! The 34th annual Calgary Home + Garden Show will up the home improvement ante with seminars and live demos from Calgary's horticulture and landscaping pros, plus more than 650 local exhibitors. Take a peek at some of our top features slated to hit the BMO Centre & Corral, Stampede Park, from February 26 - March 1, 2015.
Home + Garden Stage
Seeking sweet relief on a home improvement project? Look no further than Canada's most talented designers, gardeners, and home improvement specialists on the Home + Garden Stage. Celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, sharing tips for improvement home value and designing low maintenance outdoor spaces; design duo Janette Ewan & Jef Hancock, with quick fixes for updating your home; and local favourite Heather Draper, presenting her signature spin on colour, fabric, and fun - just in time for 2015's home design trends.
Home Tweet Home
This year's design challenge for a cause brings together 20 beneficiaries of Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta to draw their dream home, then see it come to life as a birdhouse, thanks to the talents of Calgary's top media and designers. With each "nest" on display and up for silent auction bids at the show, you can walk away with your favourite aviary, with 100% of the funds benefiting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta. Check out our full roster of participants:
revolve furnishings presents a modern 1,000 square foot stunner, with everything from innovative kitchen built-ins to the newest in modern furniture, accessories, and lighting design. Don't forget to get social! Visit Facebook to vote for your favourite look for the home. The most popular choice will be used to design the revolve home, and unveiled right on the show floor. Voting closes February 8, 2015. Be sure to stop by at the show to see which design style won, and to enter to win a $5,000 shopping spree from revolve furnishings!
Do-It-Yourself Gardens
DIY lovers rejoice! Freshly grown produce from your own backyard is no longer daunting thanks to green thumbs at Dafoe Design. Joanne Dafoe and her talented team of landscape designers will cover the creative process from the roots up, demonstrating how to create a gorgeous garden with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers alike. Organic lifestyle, here you come.
Terrarium & Miniature Garden Workshops
Got the Alberta winter blues? Bring a little spring into your home with a terrarium or miniature garden. The experts from Blue Grass Garden Centre will be on-site in the Corral, demonstrating how to build your very own indoor garden with compatible plants and materials from start to finish. Register for a workshop on our website!
Keep an eye out for these exciting features and more at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Home + Garden Stage
Seeking sweet relief on a home improvement project? Look no further than Canada's most talented designers, gardeners, and home improvement specialists on the Home + Garden Stage. Celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, sharing tips for improvement home value and designing low maintenance outdoor spaces; design duo Janette Ewan & Jef Hancock, with quick fixes for updating your home; and local favourite Heather Draper, presenting her signature spin on colour, fabric, and fun - just in time for 2015's home design trends.
Home Tweet Home
This year's design challenge for a cause brings together 20 beneficiaries of Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta to draw their dream home, then see it come to life as a birdhouse, thanks to the talents of Calgary's top media and designers. With each "nest" on display and up for silent auction bids at the show, you can walk away with your favourite aviary, with 100% of the funds benefiting Ronald McDonald House® Southern Alberta. Check out our full roster of participants:
- Amber Schinkel, Global Clagary
- Ana Zanella, 4Cats Art Studio
- Angela Knight, CBC Calgary
- Brooklyn Berry, Brooklyn Berry Designs
- Carlos Cuevas, Kool 101.5 FM
- Dallas Flexhaug, Global Calgary
- Jenny Howe, CBC Calgary
- Julia Kwinter & Caitlin Best, Notable
- Katie Mooney, Alykhan Velji Designs
- Kelsey Hipkin, CREBnow
- Marie-Claire Williams, Cardel Renos
- Ricky Zayshley, Avenue Magazine
- Ryan Massel, I'm Mr. Fabulous
- Samantha Nickerson, Peek Thru Our Window
- Sarah Swanson, Flourish Design + Style
- Sarah Crosbie, Q107 FM
- Sue Deyell, KISS 95.9 FM
- Tara Nelson, CTV Calgary
- Tiffany Burns, Blue Besos
- Wanda Weston, WW Design Studio
revolve furnishings presents a modern 1,000 square foot stunner, with everything from innovative kitchen built-ins to the newest in modern furniture, accessories, and lighting design. Don't forget to get social! Visit Facebook to vote for your favourite look for the home. The most popular choice will be used to design the revolve home, and unveiled right on the show floor. Voting closes February 8, 2015. Be sure to stop by at the show to see which design style won, and to enter to win a $5,000 shopping spree from revolve furnishings!
Do-It-Yourself Gardens
DIY lovers rejoice! Freshly grown produce from your own backyard is no longer daunting thanks to green thumbs at Dafoe Design. Joanne Dafoe and her talented team of landscape designers will cover the creative process from the roots up, demonstrating how to create a gorgeous garden with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers alike. Organic lifestyle, here you come.
Terrarium & Miniature Garden Workshops
Got the Alberta winter blues? Bring a little spring into your home with a terrarium or miniature garden. The experts from Blue Grass Garden Centre will be on-site in the Corral, demonstrating how to build your very own indoor garden with compatible plants and materials from start to finish. Register for a workshop on our website!
Keep an eye out for these exciting features and more at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, happening February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Feb 2, 2015
What a beautiful night to remember! On January 28th, Calgary's top media, designers, and bloggers took over The Farmer's House to celebrate the 34th annual Calgary Home + Garden Show preview party. With insider access to the show's upcoming features, farm-to-table nibbles, and interactive gardening DIYs, guests enjoyed an evening of wining and dining with snippets of what to expect when the show comes to town.
This year's Main Stage celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, design duo Janette Ewen and Jef Hancock, local interior designer Heather Draper and floral guru Joanna Tzavaras.
Guests swarmed the Blue Grass Nursery DIY table to try their hand at creating full-sized terrariums - plants, rocks, moss, and all. Participants left the event with their expertly crafted plants in hand. Design one of your own with the experts at Blue Grassy Nursery, who will demonstrate how to build your own indoor gardens or terrariums from start to finish. Register for a workshop taking place in the Corral on our website.
Interiors to Inspire left the crowd wanting more with their adorable distressed garden statues - perfect additions to sparse Calgarian gardens. Our team took their hand at creating new garden friends to add a touch of colour to their home.
Guests sipped and snacked on mouth-watering drinks and high-tea inspired canapes, courtesy of The Farmer's House, Steam Whistle Brewery, and Whitehaven Wines.
To bring colour to our soiree, Main Stage presenter Joanna Tzavaras of Lil' Pink Daisy Florals, created beautiful floral arrangements and a one-of-a-kind vintage floral frame.
Special thanks to everyone who made it out to celebrate with us - you made the night unforgettable. We can't wait to see you at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, taking place February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
This year's Main Stage celebrity presenters include HGTV's Carson Arthur, design duo Janette Ewen and Jef Hancock, local interior designer Heather Draper and floral guru Joanna Tzavaras.
Guests swarmed the Blue Grass Nursery DIY table to try their hand at creating full-sized terrariums - plants, rocks, moss, and all. Participants left the event with their expertly crafted plants in hand. Design one of your own with the experts at Blue Grassy Nursery, who will demonstrate how to build your own indoor gardens or terrariums from start to finish. Register for a workshop taking place in the Corral on our website.
Interiors to Inspire left the crowd wanting more with their adorable distressed garden statues - perfect additions to sparse Calgarian gardens. Our team took their hand at creating new garden friends to add a touch of colour to their home.
Guests sipped and snacked on mouth-watering drinks and high-tea inspired canapes, courtesy of The Farmer's House, Steam Whistle Brewery, and Whitehaven Wines.
To bring colour to our soiree, Main Stage presenter Joanna Tzavaras of Lil' Pink Daisy Florals, created beautiful floral arrangements and a one-of-a-kind vintage floral frame.
Special thanks to everyone who made it out to celebrate with us - you made the night unforgettable. We can't wait to see you at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, taking place February 26 - March 1 at the BMO Centre & Corral. Remember to buy your tickets early to get the best deal - right now you can get 2-for-1 on our Facebook Ticket Deals.
Feb 28, 2014
Moms
and pops, mark your calendars! Friday, February 28 is Dominion Lending Centres Family Friendly Day at the Calgary Home + Garden Show, where kid-friendly
crafts, face painting, temporary tattoos, grab bags and plenty of expert advice
for parents will take centre stage from 12PM to 5PM at the BMO Centre &
Corral. With a line-up of exciting activities sure to keep kiddies entertained
and free entry for tots under twelve, there’s never been a better time to rally
the troops and come down to the show for a fun-filled day the whole family can
enjoy together.
With
the frantic frenzy of carpools, practices and playdates, scheduling quality
time with your family can feel next to impossible. Enter the perfect opportunity
to clock some time with the ones you love most; with family-friendly features
like State Farm’s mini hockey rink, Blue Grass’ full playscape, free cupcakes
from Towne Photography and the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society’s collection
of adorable and adoptable four-legged friends, there’s something for every youngster
– or young at heart adult.
With
the kids busy and entertained, make your way down to the main stage to score
some great advice from speakers like finance and real estate expert Jay
Seabrook, who will appear on the State Farm Main Stage presented by HGTV at
3PM. Seabrook, who appeared on CBC’s hit series Dragon’s Den, will share his tips for ‘Creating the Dragons of
Tomorrow’ by teaching kids about money from an early age – a lesson session
that is as valuable for your children’s future bank accounts as it is for your
own wallet. Little dragons are welcome to attend!
With
the first 200 families through the doors receiving swag bags chock-full of
great goodies, this is one family outing to which you won’t want to arrive
late. See you there!
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FEB 27 - MARCH 2
BMO CENTRE & CORRAL
Feb 27, 2014
The Calgary Home + Garden
Show starts today!
The big day is finally here! The BMO Centre
& Corral opens its doors at 12-noon today for the Calgary Home + Garden Show, Calgary’s go-to exhibition for real
advice, real inspiration and real experts. With big names like HGTV’s Bryan Baeumler and Tommy Smythe, over 650 exhibitors and a slew of exciting new
features, there’s everything you need to make your renovation a resounding
success, all under one roof.
Come join us this afternoon for
renovation-based revelry featuring snaps, sips and perks for all. Get the goods
early on the hottest design day of the season while enjoying the company of
Calgary’s creative insiders and plenty of surprises all day long.
Stuck in a fashion funk? Don’t miss
Cowtown’s chicest duo Alykhan Velji & Jason Krell of The Style Guys showing off their favourite
fashion trends for Spring 2014 on the State Farm® Main Stage tonight at 7PM.
Four of the city’s most stylish media personalities will strut their stuff in
outfits courtesy of CrossIron Mills
retailers: Aisling Tomei, host of CTV
Morning Live, Jill Belland, host of Citytv’s Breakfast Television, Danaye Maier, host at Virgin 98.5, and Kim
Flanagan, fashion stylist and editor of kimflanagan.com.
Don’t be late (even fashionably so), as
early birds will receive gift bags brimming with swoon-worthy swag, including a
$10 gift card to CrossIron Mills. Check out the State Farm® Main Stage schedule and catch all the action live.
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FEB 27 - MARCH 2
BMO CENTRE & CORRAL
Feb 14, 2014
Being
born with a green thumb has never been less necessary to enjoy time in a
garden, thanks to the upcoming Calgary Home + Garden Show. Happening from
February 27-March 2 at the BMO Centre & Corral, this year’s show will offer
an array of garden-focused features designed for everyone – including those who
would rather hide in their garden’s shadows than tackle the weeds from which
those same shadows fall.
With
an informative Garden Stage, stylish Vintage Gardens and ever-inviting Beer
Garden essential for that inevitable mid-show break, this year’s features offer
something to fit every show-goer’s floral fancies.
The
Garden Stage
Whether you’re a natural with nature or simply aspire to be, cultivate your
gardening know-how with Canada’s top outdoor experts at The Garden Stage,
presented by CREB®Now. Professional planters and garden aficionados will share
tips on how to make your home plots so perfect, every neighbour will be green
with envy.
View
The Garden Stage schedule at www.calgaryhomeshow.com
Vintage Gardens
Just
like flower blossoms in the spring, old household items are getting a second
chance at new life. Presented by local florist Lil’ Pink Daisy, the Vintage
Gardens at the Calgary Home + Garden Show will showcase found and
‘freshened-up’ objects recycled and repurposed into stylish outdoor planters.
Head over to the concourse to delight your senses – what better time to stop
and smell the roses?
The Beer GardenMake your way over to the Corral to take a load off and grab a brew, or two! Wander through beautifully landscaped greenery while sipping on a pint of local beer and snacking on goodies from some of YYC’s greatest food trucks. Perfectly timed with the beginning of spring, BBQ season feels one day closer with some sweet, salty goodness on the tongue and a refreshing cold one (or two!) in hand.
However
you picture your own paradise, stop by the show’s garden features to achieve
every green-growers’ bliss, minus the muddy mess. See you there!
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BMO CENTRE & CORRAL
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