Crowds Brisk, Interest High For All That’s New In The Home at Opening Day of Seattle Home Show 2010

From how to seminars to tours of model homes, brisk crowds are marking the opening day of Seattle Home Show 2010 as Northwesterners rush to see exhibits featuring their favorite areas of interest or to hear seminars about the latest home improvement and design ideas.

On Idea Street, consumers are lining up to get a first-hand look at the various brand-new model homes, including this one from Timberland Homes. This 1900 plus square foot home has already been sold, but visitors still are able to tour it throughout the Show’s duration to get a close up view of the home’s fabulous interiors by PCS Design, as well as the beautiful landscaping by Malone’s Landscaping.


At the Seminar Stage, show visitors are packing the seats to learn about the latest home improvement and design ideas presented by some of the region’s leading building professionals. Today’s seminars include topics such as “How to Stretch Your Remodeling Dollars” presented by Kitchen Plus to ”Simple Solutions for Beautiful Technology” presented by Architechtronics. Seminars on these and other topics run at select times each day throughout the Show’s run. More information on the Seminar schedule and other Show details can be seen online at www.seattlehomeshow.com.

More updates on Seattle Home Show 2010 come tomorrow!

What's Hot in the Kitchen at Seattle Home Show 2010

As Seattle Home Show 2010 prepares to open tomorrow, exhibitors are readying their exhibits to showcase all the latest products and trends for the Northwest kitchen. In today's economy, the kitchen has become of increasing importance in the home, with Northwesterners often choosing to stay at home and entertain rather than go out. All this will be reflected in the exhibits at Seattle Home Show 2010.

At Kitchen Plus, consumers can see examples of ways they can transform their kitchen spaces, either by a full remodel or though Kitchen Refacing. Kitchen Plus designers note that there is a "back to basics" trend, as Northwesterners look to make the kitchen not just a showplace but also a place where real cooking and entertaining takes place. Naturals combined with colors help make the kitchen a warm inviting place for consumers to gather and be together in today's economic climate.

At Arnold's Appliance, consumers will be able to see the latest trends in kitchen appliances. Northwesterners continue their love affair with stainless steel appliances. However, many are turning towards the midrange products as they balance value with budget.

Check in tomorrow for the latest update on opening day of Seattle Home Show 2010!

More Homes Going Up on Idea Street

As opening day approaches, construction continues on Seattle Home Show's Idea Streetª, the community of model homes featuring the latest design and building trends in the Northwest. All homes are constructed, finished and landscaped in just five days time.

Smaller homes and a focus on simplicity are the latest trends for the Northwest home, and nowhere is this better highlighted than among the homes going up on Idea Street. The Palm Harbor Avanti is a 600 plus square foot home featuring contemporary styling and sustainable design in a compact footprint. When completed, this Northwest home will feature green building materials inside and out, surrounded by a full Northwest classic garden created by London Landscaping.

Also underway on Idea Street is a display by Aurora Quality Buildings featuring a collection of mini-cabins and outbuildings starting in size at 150 square feet. A complementary landscape garden featuring Northwest native plantings is being created by North Cascades

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Rounding out the homes on Idea Street is Coast Cabins. This unique community of homes features compact cabins built using Coast Cabins' patented tongue and groove technology that enables the homes to be constructed using only a rubber mallet. Coast Cabins homes are constructed using green materials. Solar panels, composting toilets and other green practices will be featured in the homes, with landscaping by NW Bloom.

Check in tomorrow for more updates on Seattle Home Show 2010! For more information on the Show, please visit www.seattlehomeshow.com

Homes Taking Shape on Idea Street

Construction is well underway on Idea Street (tm), the community of model homes that is a Seattle Home Show exclusive. They feature the latest in home design and landscaping trends for the Northwest market.

Among the homes going up on Idea Street is Number 082, presented by Timberland Homes. Called the Newcastle, this 1900 plus square foot home features a beach theme, with classic Nantucket inspired interiors created by Pam Saftler of PCS Design. Outside, Malone's Landscape is creating a classic Northwest native inspired garden, complete with water features and outdoor living spaces.


Making its debut at Seattle Home Show 2010 is a new cottage from FabCab, a Seattle company specializing in structures for multi-generational living. The FabCab cottage measures a compact 538 square feet, and is constructed using timber frame design. Prefabricated buildings of this design, as well as kits for do-it-yourselfers, are available from the company. Sustainable design and materials are used throughout the building. Outside, London Landscaping is creating a low maintenance container garden with a Zen/Asian flair. Additional show information available at SeattleHomeShow.com.

Check back tomorrow to see more Idea Street homes.

Seattle Home Show 2010 Set to Open Saturday

It's "Home Sweet Home Show" at Seattle Home Show 2010, presented by Arnold's Appliance and Kitchen Plus, as the nation's oldest and largest consumer home show opens its doors this Saturday February 20th at Qwest Field Event Center for its annual nine day run. Everything from green design to high tech will be featured at this year's show, now in its 66th year.

Northwesterners are focusing on simplicity and togetherness in the home, and this will be in evidence at this year's Seattle Home Show. Homes are smaller, colors are lighter and there is emphasis on value and the essentials. Remodeling rather than moving continues to be a key trend here in the Northwest, as well as secondary structures, such as accessory dwelling units, as a way to expand living space. All this and more will be highlighted at Seattle Home Show 2010.

Seattle Home Show 2010 takes place February 20 through 28 at Qwest Field Event Center. Show hours are: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission: $10.00 adults, $7.00 seniors (60+), $3.00 juniors (7-15). E-tickets are available for purchase online at www.SeattleHomeShow.com. Purchasers of E-tickets to the show also receive free parking for the Seattle Home Show at the Safeco Field Parking Garage. E-tickets are presented by BECU. With "Too much to see - come back for free(tm)," show visitors can register to return a second day for free, ID required. VISA and MasterCard are accepted. Parking for the Seattle Home Show will include the Qwest Field Event Center parking garage, Qwest Field North Lot and the Safeco Field parking garage as well as other area lots. Vehicles with four or more occupants can take advantage of "Four or More Park Free(tm)" in designated lots courtesy of RSVP.

The Seattle Home Show is sponsored by the Master Builders Association and The Seattle Times.