Inspirational Home Design Exhibitions

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    Amy
    Published on 08-09-2010
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    Want to inject a bit of life into your home, but are lacking inspiration? Taking on an ambitious self- build project and know exactly what you want, just not how to achieve it? Home design shows are packed with hundreds of inspirational ideas, professional services and advice and the latest gadgets to transform your home. Here are some of the UKs finest shows to get you started:

    The Ideal Home Show

    The Ideal Home has been described as Britain’s best loved consumer event and last year the leading home interest exhibition in the UK attracted a quarter of a million visitors.

    From interiors to home improvements, gardens and home gadgets the Ideal Home Show has something foranyone looking to transform their house to the home of their dreams. Get some design inspiration from the professionally designed room sets in the Ideal Interiors area, discover how to make the most of space in the Ideal Home Improvement region and find the latest labour saving devices in Ideal Home Gadgets spot.

    The next Ideal Homes Show runs from the 11th-27th March 2011 and is at Earl’s Court, London.

    www.idealhomeshow.co.uk

    Grand Designs Live

    Grand Designs Live was voted Consumer Show of the year and offers an abundance of design inspiration and cutting-edge products. From interiors and renovations to kitchens, bathrooms, gardens and technology at Grand Designs Live you’re guaranteed to find everything you need to transform your home no matter how big or small the project!

    The next show will take place from the 8th - 10th October at the NEC, Birmingham.

    www.granddesignslive.com

    100% Design London

    100% Design London is the UK's leading contemporary interiors event for the contract market, if you are into modern design the 100% design show is a great place to uncover innovative products and creative ideas for your home. The event also features the 100% Materials and 100% Futures shows and there are over 350 exhibitors, selected for their creativity and originality. Tickets cost £15 if pre ordered online or £20 on the door.

    The 100% Design London event runs from the 23rd – 26th September 2010 (open to the public on Sunday 26th September only) at Earls Court, London.

    www.100percentdesign.co.uk

    National Home Design Show

    One of the largest and most exclusive home, interior & design shows in Scotland, the National Home Design Show showcases products and services from over 100 prestigious interior and home property suppliers from all over the UK.

    Pick up some valuable tips, including how to achieve the designer look without costing the earth and colour scheme inspiration, from the free professional seminars and live demonstrations. Whether you are self-building, renovating, home improving, designing outdoor living area, extending or converting you can pick up everything you need, for special show prices, at the National Home Design Show.

    The National Home design is taking place on the 2nd-3rd October 2010 at Highland Hall, Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh.

    www.nationalhomedesignshow.co.uk/index

    The Homebuilding and Renovating Show

    The Homebuilding and Renovating Show is the UK’s leading self- build and renovation show, offering expert advice, free in-depth seminars and specialist master classes from heating/ventilation and restoration to eco homes, home automation and timber frame structures. The show is aimed at providing products, services, advice and inspirations for those looking to self- build, undertake a major extension, convert or remodel their home or those keen to integrate the latest technologies.

    The National Show takes place at the NEC, Birmingham between the 24th- 27th March 2011, but will be on the road around the UK in Scotland, Surrey, Peterborough, Harrogate and Somerset. Tickets cost £5 in advance or £8 on the door, kids go free.

    www.homebuildingshow.co.uk
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