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See below for last year's 2012 Show Highlights! Stay tuned for details on the 2013 Calgary Home + Design Show.

Confirmed Presenters: Sarah Daniels and Philip DuMoulin of Urban Suburban Alykhan Velji (My Rona Home; local designer) and Rosalyn Lazaruk (local designer) Maria Killam Bob The Builder Janette Ewen Bruce Hopkins from Remodel IT TV Janet Mah (Bow Valley College Instructor; local designer) Joanne Dafoe (Joanne Dafoe Consultation and Design) Ricky Zayshlay Kelly Inglis

Trail Appliances Main Stage presented by HGTV furniture provided by IKEA Designing with the stars!  Look no further than the Main Stage presented by HGTV for the ultimate inspiration. Catch presentations from some of the industry's hottest insiders including local designer Alykhan Velji from My Rona's Home and Edmonton's own Rosalyn Lazaruk.  Sit back, relax and learn which type of renovations will give you and your home the biggest bang for your buck.  Watch decoration demos, and learn DIY tips and tricks from the experts. Click here for the Stage Schedule!

Confirmed Presenters: Cathy Cuthbertson               (The Cookbook Co.) Casel Marché (J. Webb Wine Merchant and Cassis Bistro) Casel Marché (Market 17) Chef and Author Michael Allemeier (Alberta Milk) Chef Brian Misko (House of Q) Chef Craig Westhaver             (K & C Gourmet Stuff) Chef Patrick Dunn            (Inter-Course Chef Services) Chef Paul McGreevy (Craft) Dan Clapson (Dan's Good Side) Executive Chef Brij Lal (Tamarind) Executive Chef Dallas Suttie (80th and Ivy) Executive Chef Duncan Ly (Hotel Arts) Executive Chef Nate Henry (Famoso Neopolitan Pizzeria) Jodi Willoughby               (Crave Cupcakes) Julie Van Rosendaal       (Dinner with Julie) Chef and Foodcentric Illustrator Pierre Lamielle Sonia Simic                (Epicurious Kids Cookery)

Trail Appliances Cooking Stage presented by the Calgary Herald Appliances provided by Furniture provided by IKEA At the Cooking Stage it’s all about Eating and Entertaining. Step into our ultra-modern, high-design kitchen and learn to prepare healthy, delicious meals alongside some of Alberta’s finest culinary experts. Audience members will not only take home scrumptious recipes showcasing local products and Alberta wine pairing suggestions, but will also have the chance to sample expertly-created dishes, win culinary prizes and score one-on-one consultations with featured cooking talent.

Food Truck Alley presented by 98-5 Virgin Radio Calgary’s latest food craze will be on the grounds offering delectable menu options from four of YYC’s favorite Food Trucks, including Fiasco Gelato, The Noodle Bus, Red Wagon Diner and Fries and Dolls.

Room to Grow presented by Revolve Furnishings and Q107 Your kids are growing and changing throughout the years, and their furniture should too! This unique feature offers four bedroom settings that take you through infant to teenager, while giving you great ideas on the style that best reflects your kids.  Remain cost-effective while learning how to re-purpose your key pieces of furniture.

Click here* to see the schedule! *Schedule subject to change

Ask a Designer presented by Avenue Magazine Have a design dilemma? A décor question? Bring your quandaries to Alberta’s top design professionals who are offering free 10-minute consultations.  Don’t forget to bring along swatches, pictures, and any other materials that will help the pros point you in the right direction. Participants include: Monika Siebert, Janet Mah, Jessica Moody, Michelle Lavoie and more.

SHOP presented by Lite 95.9 Find your style at SHOP, a showcase of Calgary’s most original retailers all in one space.  Visit fabulous local designers, check out their wares, and shop everything from art to fashion to jewelry. Participants Include: Keith Logan Woodworking, Natalie Gerber, The Soup Company, Bistro Blends, Quinn's Essentials, Black Sheep Design Studio, Fifth Avenue Collection, Brenda Castonguay Photography, Once A Tree Woodworking, Helgor Marketing Inc. House of Q Foods Ltd. Park Lane Jewelry Ten Thousand Villages V.K. Imports/Aromas Naturales and Luna Blue Shoes!

Participants include: Art Decor Canada Finnuala Irwin Originals Glenda Savard J. Cruz Foto Jana Milne John H. Burrow Art Inc. Lauren Cowles Lisa Kozokowsy Contemporary Art Virginia Edwards

m(ART)ket presented by KooL 101.5 Looking for that final piece to complete your space? Browse the m(ART)ket, a showcase of Calgary’s hottest artists displaying one-of-a-kind pieces.  The gallery, composed of 10+ artists, will have something for everyone.

Canadian Lounge presented by Western Living and KooL 101.5 Kickback Canadian-style and give those tired feet a break from walking the show floor at our onsite Lounge.  The perfect place to relax and refuel, The Canadiana Lounge offers visitors delicious Canadiana fare and refreshing cocktails.   This unique space, located adjacent to the Main Stage will be styled Canadian Chic by leading designers Rosalyn Lazaruk and Alykhan Velji.

Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design Within Design Inc. Susan Rust Interior Design Showtime Home Design Desilets Interiors

The IKEA Design Competition The best in design and décor will face off at the 2012 Design Competition.  Sponsored by IKEA, five interior design companies will go head-to-head to create a winning look chosen by you! The rooms will be on display throughout the show, so drop on by and gather inspiration for your own space.  Don’t forget to vote for your favorite room and the chance to take it home with you!

Ask A Paint Expert presented by United Decorating Want to turn your home into a personal paradise? Do you want to improve your living space, but don’t know where to begin? Then stop by and speak to Alberta’s Paint Experts at United Decorating with Pratt & Lambert in booth 343 Hall B. We offer free design consulting, what products to use, how to do it or even getting a professional to do it for you.  United Decorating is the only stop you’ll need to make for all your painting requirements.

Help Desk presented by Jack FM Have a little or not so little project in mind but don’t know where to start? Still waiting for the perfect time to refinish that chair or refurbish that antique? Our experts at the Help Desk will give you the friendly push to start your project and offer the trade secrets you need to finish. Visit us at the Hall B entrance and let’s get started!