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IDSwest offers more than 350 exhibits on design this year
American home furnishings and decor store West Elm opened its second Canadian location in a 13,000-square-foot space in South Granville. West Elm’s fall collection, like most of its products, is heavily influenced by design and cultures from around the world – in this case, South Africa’s premiere artisans. City dwellers will appreciate the furniture pieces designed for condo living.2947 Granville Street, Vancouver
Canadian distributor Emco has opened its latest Ensuite Bath and Kitchen showroom in Burnaby. A longtime destination for industry professionals, Emco showrooms feature high-quality brands such as Kohler, Brizo and Luxart. This bright new space is wrapped in glass and white walls that put the focus on the products, and it features enough faucets to flood the Nile.4388 Still Creek Drive, Burnaby; 604-298-1980
Peek inside two of the city’s most contentious house styles – the Vancouver Special (September 22) and the laneway house (October 20) – with the Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s self-guided tours. See how homeowners have reimagined the iconic yet often derided Vancouver Special and glimpse the masterful design that fits a family into an itty-bitty laneway home.
With over 350 exhibits, IDSwest is your passport to a world of avant-garde design, expert tips and hot new products. HGTV’s Sarah 101 design darling Tommy Smythe will be bringing his bowties and delightfully dry wit to this year’s show, sharing his tricks of the trade and style insight. New for 2012, the One of a Kind District features a wide range of handcrafted items from 60 different designers.September 27 to 30; Vancouver Convention Centre
Visit the Vancouver Home + Design Show from October 11 to 14 for expert tips and design inspiration, or just revel in the celebrity appearances. Catch Leave It to Bryan star Bryan Baeumler and Love It or List It Vancouver design host Jillian Harris on the HGTV main stage. Other anticipated attractions include free 10-minute consultations at the Ask a Decorator booth with Christine Friend of Friendly Decorator; Something Borrowed, Something Bloomed, for discovering inventive new ways to arrange your florals; and the Cook Like a Pro stage with top local chefs.BC Place Stadium, Vancouver
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