Showing posts with label PROPERTY BROTHERS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label PROPERTY BROTHERS. Show all posts
Apr 1, 2016
The beginning of spring means that folks are about to start tackling the projects they were inspired to try at their local Marketplace Events home show. To help keep your creative juices flowing and continue to share advice, we’ve rounded up the top tips our home and garden experts shared with us this year. Read on for ideas from your favorite industry stars, including Drew and Jonathan Scott of HGTV’s Property Brothers, Alison Victoria from DIY Network’s Kitchen Crashers, and Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell from the Cooking Channel’s The Fabulous Beekman Boys.
On Home Decor Trends
Food Network’s Restaurant Impossible star Taniya Nayak says, “Don’t worry about following trends; do what makes you happy!”
Alison Victoria of DIY Network’s Kitchen Crashers reminds folks that, “Timeless design is hard to figure out for most people, but when it comes to your kitchen…avoid the ‘fads’. Kitchens are the hub of the home. They are also the most expensive room in the house, so make sure to select timeless hardscapes (ie. Cabinets, countertops, appliances). Have fun with the backsplash or the cabinet hardware so you’re not breaking the bank when you change them out down the road.”
On Finding the Right Person for the Job
HGTV’s Two Chicks and a Hammer star Karen Rominger encourages homeowners to “Interview multiple contractors. Pick someone whose price is not at the top or bottom of the price range for services in your area.”
Her daughter Mina Starsiak values references. “Pick someone based on referrals. And don’t always go for the cheapest. Sometimes you get what you pay for.”
On Improving Curb Appeal
Matt Muenster, star of HGTV’s and DIY Network’s Bath Crashers, explains that upkeep doesn’t have to be expensive. “Keeping your home looking its best doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive. Sweep the dead leaves off the sidewalk. Mow the grass. Add potted plants on the porch. A tidy house is always appealing and can fit any budget.”
Of course John Gidding, star of HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block, has something helpful to say about curb appeal. “Toss out those old, gold house number stickers! There are many newer styles of house numbers in black, nickel and stainless. Roll out the welcome mat! There’s no reason to hold onto that same muddy mat year after year. Welcome mats make a great style statement. They’re affordable and come in a variety of colors, shapes and motifs.”
On Choosing Your Next Project
Andy and Candis Meredith, stars of HGTV’s and DIY Network’s Old Home Love, feel you should “Do your research! If you do things right the first time, even if you’re starting small, it will save you a lot of time and money down the road. If you’re on a budget, spend the money on projects that could become safety issues, such as electrical. If you can’t afford a total renovation right away, try to make your home as comfortable as you can.”
Stars of the Cooking Channels The Fabulous Beekman Boys, Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, have a great idea for getting creative with your space: “Take a photo of your home during every season, but actually look at it during a different season. For instance, study the winter home during the peak of summer. Having different perspective will help you think creatively.”
On Making the Most of Your Outdoor Space
Drew and Jonathan Scott, stars of the HGTV series Property Brothers, have a rugged tip for your backyard. “Outdoor area rugs can really make a space feel more comfortable and inviting. Also clustering plants in pots of different heights is easy and doesn’t involve any construction.”
HGTV’s Vacation House for Free and DIY Network’s Yard Crashers star Matt Blashaw has an idea for livening up your flower beds: “I’m a big fan of fresh mulch. I consider mulch the paint of the backyard. A fresh coat laid in the flower beds brings a fresh look to any yard.”
We hope these tips help with your next home project. Want more advice? Make sure to follow @HomeShows on Instagram and Twitter, and like Home and Garden Events on Facebook. We’ve got lots of ideas to inspire you.
On Home Decor Trends
Food Network’s Restaurant Impossible star Taniya Nayak says, “Don’t worry about following trends; do what makes you happy!”
Taniya at the 2016 Salt Lake Home Show
Alison Victoria of DIY Network’s Kitchen Crashers reminds folks that, “Timeless design is hard to figure out for most people, but when it comes to your kitchen…avoid the ‘fads’. Kitchens are the hub of the home. They are also the most expensive room in the house, so make sure to select timeless hardscapes (ie. Cabinets, countertops, appliances). Have fun with the backsplash or the cabinet hardware so you’re not breaking the bank when you change them out down the road.”
Alison at the 2016 Philly Home Show (photo courtesy of Chorus Photography)
On Finding the Right Person for the Job
HGTV’s Two Chicks and a Hammer star Karen Rominger encourages homeowners to “Interview multiple contractors. Pick someone whose price is not at the top or bottom of the price range for services in your area.”
Her daughter Mina Starsiak values references. “Pick someone based on referrals. And don’t always go for the cheapest. Sometimes you get what you pay for.”
Karen and Mina at the 2016 Des Moines Home + Outdoor Living Show
On Improving Curb Appeal
Matt Muenster, star of HGTV’s and DIY Network’s Bath Crashers, explains that upkeep doesn’t have to be expensive. “Keeping your home looking its best doesn’t have to be time-consuming or expensive. Sweep the dead leaves off the sidewalk. Mow the grass. Add potted plants on the porch. A tidy house is always appealing and can fit any budget.”
Matt at the 2016 OKC Home + Outdoor Living Show
Of course John Gidding, star of HGTV’s Curb Appeal: The Block, has something helpful to say about curb appeal. “Toss out those old, gold house number stickers! There are many newer styles of house numbers in black, nickel and stainless. Roll out the welcome mat! There’s no reason to hold onto that same muddy mat year after year. Welcome mats make a great style statement. They’re affordable and come in a variety of colors, shapes and motifs.”
John at the 2016 Indianapolis Home Show
On Choosing Your Next Project
Andy and Candis Meredith, stars of HGTV’s and DIY Network’s Old Home Love, feel you should “Do your research! If you do things right the first time, even if you’re starting small, it will save you a lot of time and money down the road. If you’re on a budget, spend the money on projects that could become safety issues, such as electrical. If you can’t afford a total renovation right away, try to make your home as comfortable as you can.”
Andy and Candis at the 2016 Salt Lake Tribune Home + Garden Festival
Stars of the Cooking Channels The Fabulous Beekman Boys, Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, have a great idea for getting creative with your space: “Take a photo of your home during every season, but actually look at it during a different season. For instance, study the winter home during the peak of summer. Having different perspective will help you think creatively.”
Brent and Josh at the 2016 Des Moines Home + Outdoor Living Show
On Making the Most of Your Outdoor Space
Drew and Jonathan Scott, stars of the HGTV series Property Brothers, have a rugged tip for your backyard. “Outdoor area rugs can really make a space feel more comfortable and inviting. Also clustering plants in pots of different heights is easy and doesn’t involve any construction.”
Drew and Jonathan at the 2016 Minneapolis Home + Garden Show
Matt at the 2016 Oklahoma Home + Garden Show
We hope these tips help with your next home project. Want more advice? Make sure to follow @HomeShows on Instagram and Twitter, and like Home and Garden Events on Facebook. We’ve got lots of ideas to inspire you.
Jan 14, 2016
It’s finally here! The first-ever Philly Home + Garden Show opens its doors this Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, and we couldn't be more excited! There is so much to do and see at the show, so we’ve put together an outline of 10 must-see features, events and exhibits to help you make the most of your visit to the show.
1. Celebrity Guests: Jonathan and Drew Scott - better known as Property Brothers - and Chip Wade, host of the new HGTV show Elbow Room, will be appearing live at the show. Show attendees will have the opportunity to learn from these experts during their presentations on the main stage, live Q&A sessions and a meet & greet.
2. Smart Home: Powered by XFINITY®, Built by Rudloff Custom Builders. Rudloff Custom Builders designed a full-scale model home inside of the exhibit hall that will feature the latest styles and design trends along with cutting-edge devices and environmentally friendly materials. Attendees are invited to walk through this one-of-a-kind house, powered by XFINITY®, to gather inspiration from the beautiful decor, designed by Deanna Lorenti of Deanna’s Interiors, and learn about how they can be more “green” while reducing their utility bills, and improving efficiency and functionality throughout the home.
3. Feature Gardens: As attendees enter the show, they will be greeted by six dream gardens that will provide inspiration and ideas for creating a dream backyard. Featured landscapers include Village Nursery & Gardens , Devine Escapes, Crystal Clear Signature Pools, Turpin Landscaping, WJA Landscaping and AJR Environmental. Guests who tour the feature gardens can learn more about the products and services used and discuss tips and recommendations for improving their outdoor living space.
4. Main Stage: The main stage will host a series of presentations from celebrity guests and home & garden experts. Presentation topics range from Preparing Your Home for a Snopocalypse and Strategies for Living a Clutter Free Life to Help and Hope for People who Hoard and “Greening” your home. View the full schedule here.
5. Crafted: An open market where guests can shop for hand-made, finely-crafted items, antiques and original art to add instant character and charm to their home.
6. Make-It, Take-It: An interactive DIY demo session where guests can test their DIY skills. With some guidance from an expert, homeowners will create a DIY project they can take home to display. Check out the schedule to find out when sessions are being hosted and what crafts you’ll be making! Click here for more about the Make-it, Take-it exhibit.
7. Mailbox Makeover: The center aisle of the show floor will be lined with mailboxes, creatively designed by local artists, designers and some of Philly’s VIPs, to provide inspiration to show-goers looking for a fun, colorful way to add character to their home’s curb appeal.
8. Front Door Challenge: Attendees have the chance to put their creativity to the test with this fun, interactive challenge. A plainly decorated front door will be on display, surrounded by lots of accessories. Participants have two minutes to create their best display, snap a pic and post it to Instagram. A panel of show designers will then choose a winner.
9. Alex’s Room: The host of Fox29’s Good Day Philadelphia, Alex Holley, is working with Ballard Designs and Denise Sabia of The Painted Home to create a lounge at the Philly Home + Garden Show. Using Denise’s design expertise and Alex’s personal style, they will select furniture and décor pieces from Ballard Designs’ new location in the King of Prussia Mall to create Alex’s dream room. Show-goers can use the lounge to sit and relax during their busy day at the show while gathering inspirations from the room’s beautiful design.
10. Exhibitors: The show will feature more than 150 exhibitors sharing products, services and expertise to help you with all of your home projects from plumbing, electric, painting and closets to patios, basements, cabinetry and roofing – just to name a few! Check out the full list of vendors here to learn about how they can help you and where they’re located on the show floor.
Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook and treat a friend or family member to this amazing event. We can't wait to see you there!
GREATER PHILADELPHIA EXPO CENTER AT OAKS
1. Celebrity Guests: Jonathan and Drew Scott - better known as Property Brothers - and Chip Wade, host of the new HGTV show Elbow Room, will be appearing live at the show. Show attendees will have the opportunity to learn from these experts during their presentations on the main stage, live Q&A sessions and a meet & greet.
2. Smart Home: Powered by XFINITY®, Built by Rudloff Custom Builders. Rudloff Custom Builders designed a full-scale model home inside of the exhibit hall that will feature the latest styles and design trends along with cutting-edge devices and environmentally friendly materials. Attendees are invited to walk through this one-of-a-kind house, powered by XFINITY®, to gather inspiration from the beautiful decor, designed by Deanna Lorenti of Deanna’s Interiors, and learn about how they can be more “green” while reducing their utility bills, and improving efficiency and functionality throughout the home.
3. Feature Gardens: As attendees enter the show, they will be greeted by six dream gardens that will provide inspiration and ideas for creating a dream backyard. Featured landscapers include Village Nursery & Gardens , Devine Escapes, Crystal Clear Signature Pools, Turpin Landscaping, WJA Landscaping and AJR Environmental. Guests who tour the feature gardens can learn more about the products and services used and discuss tips and recommendations for improving their outdoor living space.
4. Main Stage: The main stage will host a series of presentations from celebrity guests and home & garden experts. Presentation topics range from Preparing Your Home for a Snopocalypse and Strategies for Living a Clutter Free Life to Help and Hope for People who Hoard and “Greening” your home. View the full schedule here.
5. Crafted: An open market where guests can shop for hand-made, finely-crafted items, antiques and original art to add instant character and charm to their home.
6. Make-It, Take-It: An interactive DIY demo session where guests can test their DIY skills. With some guidance from an expert, homeowners will create a DIY project they can take home to display. Check out the schedule to find out when sessions are being hosted and what crafts you’ll be making! Click here for more about the Make-it, Take-it exhibit.
7. Mailbox Makeover: The center aisle of the show floor will be lined with mailboxes, creatively designed by local artists, designers and some of Philly’s VIPs, to provide inspiration to show-goers looking for a fun, colorful way to add character to their home’s curb appeal.
8. Front Door Challenge: Attendees have the chance to put their creativity to the test with this fun, interactive challenge. A plainly decorated front door will be on display, surrounded by lots of accessories. Participants have two minutes to create their best display, snap a pic and post it to Instagram. A panel of show designers will then choose a winner.
9. Alex’s Room: The host of Fox29’s Good Day Philadelphia, Alex Holley, is working with Ballard Designs and Denise Sabia of The Painted Home to create a lounge at the Philly Home + Garden Show. Using Denise’s design expertise and Alex’s personal style, they will select furniture and décor pieces from Ballard Designs’ new location in the King of Prussia Mall to create Alex’s dream room. Show-goers can use the lounge to sit and relax during their busy day at the show while gathering inspirations from the room’s beautiful design.
10. Exhibitors: The show will feature more than 150 exhibitors sharing products, services and expertise to help you with all of your home projects from plumbing, electric, painting and closets to patios, basements, cabinetry and roofing – just to name a few! Check out the full list of vendors here to learn about how they can help you and where they’re located on the show floor.
Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook and treat a friend or family member to this amazing event. We can't wait to see you there!
GREATER PHILADELPHIA EXPO CENTER AT OAKS
JANUARY 15-17, 2016.
Jan 12, 2016
We all want the home of our dreams, but how do we turn those dreams into a reality?
Jonathan and Drew Scott of HGTV's Property Brothers will be sharing a few of their tips with the Philly Home + Garden Show audience during presentation on the Main Stage on January 16th at 1pm.
The presentations will offer a sneak peek at the pair's upcoming book: Dream Home: The Property Brothers' Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House, due out in April.
"Everyone should enjoy that feeling of calling their dream home 'home'." Jonathan explained. "This book is a fun, easy, step-by-step guide toward making that happen."
"We hope to inspire readers with a few never-before-heard stories and give them a peak into our whirlwind lives," Drew added.
Born in Canada, but now based in Las Vegas, the Scotts have been HGTV regulars since 2010 on such shows as Property Brothers, Buying & Selling, and Brother vs. Brother. They are identical twins, but each brings unique expertise to the table. Drew is a seasoned real estate agent, while Jonathan is a licensed contractor with 15 years' experience.
We're thrilled to welcome Jonathan and Drew to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks, and can't wait to see their stage presentation. But we're not stopping there! You have a chance to meet the brothers during a one-hour meet-and-greet at 2pm, immediately following their 1pm presentation. Free wristbands will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis at the box office/ticket window in the Hall A entrance of the Expo Center. Wristbands will be available starting at 9:30am on Saturday, January 16th. Everyone with a wristband will be asked to form a line near the stage immediately following their presentation, and those with wristbands are guaranteed to meet and take a picture with Jonathan and Drew.
The Philly Home + Garden Show takes over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks January 15-17, 2016. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook and treat a friend or family member to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
GREATER PHILADELPHIA EXPO CENTER AT OAKS
Jonathan and Drew Scott of HGTV's Property Brothers will be sharing a few of their tips with the Philly Home + Garden Show audience during presentation on the Main Stage on January 16th at 1pm.
The presentations will offer a sneak peek at the pair's upcoming book: Dream Home: The Property Brothers' Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House, due out in April.
"Everyone should enjoy that feeling of calling their dream home 'home'." Jonathan explained. "This book is a fun, easy, step-by-step guide toward making that happen."
"We hope to inspire readers with a few never-before-heard stories and give them a peak into our whirlwind lives," Drew added.
Born in Canada, but now based in Las Vegas, the Scotts have been HGTV regulars since 2010 on such shows as Property Brothers, Buying & Selling, and Brother vs. Brother. They are identical twins, but each brings unique expertise to the table. Drew is a seasoned real estate agent, while Jonathan is a licensed contractor with 15 years' experience.
We're thrilled to welcome Jonathan and Drew to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks, and can't wait to see their stage presentation. But we're not stopping there! You have a chance to meet the brothers during a one-hour meet-and-greet at 2pm, immediately following their 1pm presentation. Free wristbands will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis at the box office/ticket window in the Hall A entrance of the Expo Center. Wristbands will be available starting at 9:30am on Saturday, January 16th. Everyone with a wristband will be asked to form a line near the stage immediately following their presentation, and those with wristbands are guaranteed to meet and take a picture with Jonathan and Drew.
The Philly Home + Garden Show takes over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks January 15-17, 2016. Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 on Facebook and treat a friend or family member to the show - we can't wait to see you there!
GREATER PHILADELPHIA EXPO CENTER AT OAKS
JANUARY 15-17, 2016.
Oct 25, 2013
All good things must come to an end –
including the Vancouver Home + Design Show. The popular lifestyle exhibit, held at BC Place this
past weekend, attracted more than 32,000 people to stop, shop and enjoy the
show!
The 325+ exhibitors, exciting features and,
of course, design celebrities, had people flocking from all over just to get a
glimpse of the action. With the arrival of Jonathan and Drew Scott, stars of W Network’s Property Brothers, fans mobbed the Main Stage to hear their expert insight and
gut-busting banter. Scotiabank
hosted a special autograph signing at their booth for a chance to meet the boys,
snap a photo and possibly even steal a kiss.
Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot, co-hosts of Love It orList It Vancouver, were another major draw to the HGTV Main Stage. The duo dazzled their fans with design tips and tricks while entertaining them with jokes and jabs – just like on their show!
The Samsung Passion for Fresh
Cooking Challenge heated up the Vancouver Magazine Cooking Stage with a Food
Network-style throwdown and a chance to win $7,000 worth of Samsung home appliances. Three
seasoned chefs from local Italian restaurants paired with home cooks to battle
it out for culinary supremacy under the watchful eye of Chef Massimo Capra, star of Restaurant
Makeover, and host Colleen Christie. Chef Massimo went gaga for
gluten-free cannelloni by Nathan Lowey from Campaganolo Roma and amateur
culinarian Daniel, crowning them the winners of the spicy competition. Congratulations
Nathan and Daniel!
To see all of the upcycle projects click here!
The Ultimate
Upcycle Challenge: Unhinged, brought back after its much-hyped 2012 debut,
was a big success. The challenge raised a total of $560 for Habitat for Humanity Greater
Vancouver and Vancouver ReStore.
Seven locals put their DIY skills to the test to reuse, recycle and repurpose a
single old door for $50. From a rustic vanity by Rebekah Gusway to a vampy
portrait of Marilyn Monroe by Celina Dalrymple, the upcycled doors were instant
crowd favourites. Visitors were invited to bid on their favourite piece in a
silent auction.
Urban
Barn’s Next Top Designer also drummed up a ton of buzz. Three finalists, Lianna
Armstrong, Penelope
Sloan and Laura
Borrelli, were pushed beyond their comfort zone and tasked with designing
living rooms based on a colour palette and a design style chosen in a draw. Exhibited
on the show floor, the finished rooms were put to a public vote with one lucky
voter winning a $5,000 shopping spree at Urban
Barn. Freelance designer Penelope
Sloan emerged victorious, winning herself a display at Urban Barn’s flagship South Granville
store, a booth at next year’s show and well-deserved bragging rights. Congratulations
Penelope!
::GIVEAWAY::
Click here to enter to win a $100.00 gift card from our friends at Urban Barn!
Other notable features included CasaBubble,
the Western
Living Lounge and the BC
Hydro Power Smart Home.
A big thanks to everyone who came!
We look
forward to seeing you at the BC Home +Garden Show from February 19-23, 2014.
Mark your calendars!
Mark your calendars!
Oct 15, 2013
...But don't let that stop your inspiration
to make your house a home.
A recap from Toronto Fall Home Show Manager, Tina Holmes...
Well that went
well! A big thank you to everyone who attended the recent 25th edition of the
annual Toronto Fall Home Show. From the
retailers, exhibitors, partners, sponsors and visitors the 2013 Toronto Fall
Home Show was a great success. I loved
seeing so many people ready to buy and be inspired.
Tina's Top Ten
Property Brothers Back by popular demand, Scotiabank brought back our
friends Jonathan Scott & Drew Scott, hosts of W Network’s Property Brothers. The Canadian
twins who can fix it all with numerous projects on the go including brand
new series Brother vs. Brother, the Scott brothers were a hot ticket item -
from live appearances, expert advice, autographs and exclusive photo opps.
Annie Sloan, another special guest appearance, Annie Sloan, paint
legend and creator of Chalk Paint™, graced us with her presence traveling from
England. Annie has been painting for over 40
years as well as writing numerous books on the subject. She formulated Chalk
Paint™, which is specifically designed for furniture, over 20 years ago. Her
paint was developed as a result of her intimate knowledge of paint, pigments
and art history. Here's the list of
stockist p.s. she
is currently working on finding more Toronto Stockist as she tours our country.
A new addition
to this year's show was the m{art}ket. A dedicated area for artists to showcase their original works of art. Artists
included:
- Rob Croxford - (www.robcroxford.com)
- Art of Ivan - (www.artbyivan.com)
- Canada’s Photography - (www.canadasphotography.ca)
- Beverley Jenkins - (www.beverleyjenkins.com)
- Carlo Allion - (www.carloallion.com)
- Gallery on the Lake - (www.galleryonthelake.com)
- Indulgences Art Gallery - (http://www.indulgencesgallery.com)
- MJG Gallery - (www.mjggallery.com)
Decorate Your Home with Meaning!
Etsy and HGTV.ca teamed up to create a gorgeous booth of handpicked finds, exclusively from Etsy
sellers across Canada. Behind every
product is a real person, a seller with a unique story, giving meaning and
warmth to these pieces that help to make a house a home.
The 31 Cool and
Creative Etsy finds. AND,
don't forget - use the promo code "FALLHOMESHOW" til October 20th
during checkout at Etsy.com, for a 10% off promotion on ALL of the
featured shops.
The Ultimate
Upcycle Challenge Unhinged: So impressed with all of the upcycled door projects submitted by such talented Upcycle heros. Celebrating 25 years,
both The Toronto Fall Home Show & Habitat for Humanity invited celebrity experts
and emerging décor and DIY talent to participate in the 2nd annual Upcycle
Challenge. What a great upcycle
challenge to repurpose a door from ReStore. The upcycled doors were
voted online with Staci Edwards, Switch Studio taking first place with her upcycled
bench masterpiece. Over $8,000 was raised for Habitat for Humanity Toronto with
the doors being auctioned onsite. A huge
upcycle hi-five to those that participated!
To see more of the doors click here.
We all fell in love with Black's new Home Decor Wall Art, there are now so many choices to bring your photo's to life and banish your boring walls with your own masterpieces. At Black's, Wall Art is now available in metal, canvas, acrylic-aluminum, acrylic , and aluminum. *BONUS* - A special treat enter promo code online at blacks.ca FHSWALLART40 for 40% off *valid until November 4th, 2013. Also, Black's has introduced made for instagram online or in store square prints, so you can have your instragram photos on display for starting from just $0.35 each.
The zipper 'live edge' table from Patterson's Fine Furniture took the
spotlight. Made from a century old apple
tree, this table is a reclaimed work of art, taking what was a bit of history
and bringing it back to life.
In addition, this year’s Media
Challenge paired the
media with Toronto and York Region Fire
Fighters to make the Ultimate Grilled Cheese. With the assistance of the 'Big Cheese'
himself, Kevin Durke, Cheesewerks delicious fun was had by all! With the
help of the cheeses, ingredients and the Hamilton Beach Panini Grill Gourmet Sandwich Maker every grilled cheese was it's own delicious invention!
Interior spaces
reflect personality and lifestyle. When faced with making design decisions for
the home, options can be overwhelming because numerous factors influence the
choices made. With the goal of minimizing the guesswork, casalife and Catherine + Davis Interior Design created six vignettes showcasing how you can discover
your Design ID. Six unique design personalities
came to life in the spaces: First Timer, Bachelor, The Joneses, Modern Family,
Modern Hippy and Baby Boomer.
A special thanks
to Muizee for blinging me out.
It's just as important when we add a bit of bling and glamour to our homes we include ourselves.
Perfect for the upcoming holidays - so many to choose from.
Last but not least, the amazing Toronto Fall Home Show team deserves a nod...Thanks
to them all for all their hard work and dedication.
The Toronto Fall
Home Show was truly a fall favourite!
Mark your calendar for next year's our upcoming GTA Home Show (February 2014) and National Home Show (March 2014).
- XOXO Tina
Sep 26, 2013
Sadly,
the Calgary Home + Design Show has come to an end,
but the popular lifestyle exhibit didn’t go out without a bang! More than
32,000 people were in attendance this weekend to shop the show, enjoy the
entertainment and delicious and check out the exciting design features on
display at the BMO Centre.
Visitors
came in droves to fawn over design celebrities Jonathan and Drew Scott
from W Network’s Property Brothers and Jillian Harris and Todd Talbot
from W Network’s Love It or List It Vancouver.
The suited up and plaid clad brothers, Jonathan
and Drew Scott,
dispensed expert advice in their witty way, while Jillian and Todd had the
crowd in stitches with their quick quips and ready banter.
Fans
young and old lined up to snap a photo and have their Calgary Home + Design Show souvenirs autographed
by the two design duos.
The
Ultimate Upcycle Challenge: Unhinged was a tremendous success, raising a total
of $1,333 to benefit Habitatfor Humanity Southern Alberta and ReStore Calgary.
Six locales let their creative flags fly to reuse,
recycle and repurpose a single old door for under $100. Some favourite upcycled
doors included Mike Lam’s contemporary coffee table and Kait Kucy and Mackenzie
Clarke’s multi-purpose home organizer. Visitors were invited to bid on their
favourite piece in a silent auction.
The Samsung Passion for Fresh Cooking Challenge spiced up the Trail Appliances Cooking Stage by pitting three teams against one another for the chance to win $7,000 worth of Samsung home appliances. Three local home chefs were paired with former Food Network Top Chef Canada contestants, Chris Shaften, Geoff Rogers or Xavier Lacaze to battle it out under the watchful eye of host and celebrity chef Corbin Tomaszeki, host of Food Network’s Dinner Party Wars. Just to keep things interesting, Samsung threw a mystery ingredient into the mix, requiring each team to incorporate potatoes into their dishes. With the help of mentor Chef Geoff Rogers, local foodie Ryan Rust was named the victor thanks to his daring approach and skillful technique.
YYC’s
biggest food fight took place on the Trail Appliances Main Stage on Sunday when
some of the city’s favourite restaurants went stove top-to-stove top for the
Food Truck Throwdown. Audience members cheered, jeered and tasted the goods,
ultimately handing the winning title to crowd favourite Fries & Chix.
Other
fun features included IKEA’s White Room Design Competition,
Casabubble and the Western Living Lounge.
Thanks
everyone for coming, see you in the spring at our
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