IDSwest 2015 Prospectus

The Pacific platform for all things design

Join IDSwest 2015 and align yourself with the top brands + the most dynamic product launches. Engage a design-hungry audience of 35,000+. IDSwest is the Western hub for all things design.

Cover: Photo by Jonathan Evans - Sophie Burke, IDSwest14. This page: 3D Wallpaper by Dear Human

OVERVIEW:

Established in 2004, IDSwest is the largest, contemporary design show on the West Coast and one of the largest in North America. IDSwest proudly showcases local, national and international brands in an engaging design-forward environment. IDSwest is a proven sales and lead generator which delivers a return on investment second to none in the marketplace.

This is your opportunity to meet, connect and interact with your next client.

Reach designers, architects, design-savvy consumers and media.

Don’t pass up this opportunity!

Top: Studio North at IDSwest14 Bottom: IDSwest14 Bar. Shed by Caesarstone, designed by Falken Reynolds.

The public, the pros and you.

Want to make an impact on the West Coast?

Only IDSwest delivers discerning and informed clientele looking for the latest products and services for their home or next project.

Vancouver Special at IDSwest14

PEOPLE: THE PUBLIC The ever-growing market of sophisticated, well-travelled homeowners can’t be overstated. Over 35,000 well-heeled consumers attend IDSwest and look to IDSwest for quality, diversity and top line products.

IDSwest has built a reputation on delivering premium products in a sophisticated environment, creating an efficient sourcing opportunity for consumers.

Finlay + Kath at IDSwest14 Montauk at IDSwest14

75% own their home 22% own a 2nd and/or vacation home 95% said they will return next year.

55% either purchased at IDSwest or will make a purchase within 3 months of the show

Dinner by Design at IDSwest14

PEOPLE: THE MEDIA IDSwest will help you get in front of writers and editors from a vast array of publication, broadcast and social media sites

We’re getting noticed and noticed a lot!

24 HRs, Azure, BC Business, BC Living, Breakfast TV, Canadian Architect, Cityline, Taste of Life, Cottage Magazine, CTV, Design Milk, Design Sponge, Gastown Gazette, Gayvan.com, Global TV, Globe and Mail, GRAY Magazine, Hodge Podge.com, Homes and Living, House and Home, Huffington Post, Inside Vancouver, Marcus Design Blog, Ming Pao, Montecristo Magazine, Boulevard, Notable.com, Objekt, PINQ, Poppytalk, REW.com, Suburble, The Georgia Straight, The Globe and Mail, The Marilyn Denis Show, The Province, Vancitybuzz.com, Vancouver Courier, Vancouver Magazine, Vancouver Sun, Vancouver Vantage, VancouverisAwesome.com, Vancouverscape.com, Vitamin Daily, WE, Westcoast Homes and Design, Western Living, Where Magazine, Seattle Times and many more!

PEOPLE: THE PROS Participation in IDSwest puts your product in front of 6,800+ design professionals.

45% interior designers 20% architects/developers 14% decorators 12% project managers 9% retailers

Sarah Richardson on the Livingspace Design Stage at IDSwest14

What are they saying?

56% attend to source specific new products Reaching both a new and established audience 24% attended for the first time while their 49% have attended 4+ times *Demographic data collected via a combination of onsite one-on-one interviews and online survey results.

Azure Magazine exhibit at IDSwest14

Vancouver Convention Centre West Exhibit Halls B2, B3 & C

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6' diameter structural column

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Make sure to align your brand with the right mix.

IDSwest is an edited event.

There’s a reason why over 35,000+ people flock to IDSwest each year – they know it’s the place to source new products and be inspired by innovative concepts from 250+ exhibitors including furniture, kitchen + bath, appliances, stone and tile, textiles, fireplaces, accessories, floor and wall coverings, outdoor furniture and lighting manufacturers all of the highest caliber.

Participation is open to businesses that represent, promote or sell a design product or service. IDSwest reviews each application for design integrity and quality.

All booth designs are reviewed to ensure consistency with the overall caliber and direction of the event.

Application available at www.idswest.com/apply IDSwest14 exhibitors Finlay and Kath

Size Matters: In 2015, IDSwest will occupy over 140,000 sqft, play host to numerous feature installations and present international design icons.

Sept 24 - 27, 2015

Consumer Days.

Saturday September 26 10am - 6pm Sunday September 27 10am - 5pm

Vancouver Convention Centre West 1055 Canada Place Vancouver, BC

Opening Night.

Thursday September 24 6pm - 10pm Vancouver's design party of the year kicks off the IDSwest event in true style. The Party on Opening Night is an opportunity to explore our features, entertainment and exhibits and is open to both the trade and general public. All exhibits will be open for business and the wine will be flowing. Enjoy a night celebrating Vancouver's exceptionally talented design industry at IDSwest15.

Trade Access.

Friday September 25 9:30am - 5:30pm IDSwest hosts 5,500+ professionals working in the design industry. Meet them, network and gain valuable feedback from your next client. Trade Breakfast along with CEU accredited courses add to the value for trade day visitors.

Trunk Studio Side Table and Stylegarage Sparrow Glider and Ottoman

You can’t afford to miss out on this opportunity.

There’s a participation option for any exhibitor.

Hinterland Collection, IDSwest14

Apply Now! Main Exhibit Floor.

Raw Exhibit Space Space is raw and available by the square ft at a starting rate of $25.00/ft CDN. IDSwest will review each application for design integrity and evaluate booth designs to ensure they are consistent with the overall caliber of the show. Exhibit rates are competitive and put you face-to-face with potential buyers.

Lighting, flooring and hardwalls are mandatory and the responsibility of the exhibitor.

Feature Neighbourhoods.

Turnkey-style booths.

IDSwest15 is pleased to offer turnkey-style booths for various categories of exhibitors. For a full list of neighbourhoods, visit IDSwest.com/apply-exhibit

Maker

What You Get: IDSwest provides the only premium platform in Western North America to reach an audience of informed/qualified/knowledgeable consumers and top members of the design industry while participating with vetted like-minded companies.

IDSwest provides every participant with the opportunity to: Benefit from a half million dollar advertising campaign and ten year track record Tell your stories and build brand awareness in an interactive, face-to-face environment.

Engage both existing and new clients/consumers.

Prove value to your organization by aligning with a platform that allows your organization to grow and increase sales

Plus, everyone benefits from our expansive marketing campaign, including: Traditional and Online advertising, Transit and Outdoor Campaigns, Website Listing, IDSwest Show Guide, E-Communication to over 40,000 people.

If your brand is missing, you are missing out.

Want to really stand out?

Become a sponsor.

Our incredible sponsors renew from year to year, and many have been with the show since early days. Let us create a sponsorship experience that perfectly suits your business needs.

The hottest exhibit floor‌ Trade expositions like IDSwest are often the only medium where you will meet your customers face-to-face. And unlike untargeted media, IDSwest marketing ensures that you will meet the right people.

Don’t miss out on one of the best business decisions you will make for 2015.

Sales Manager Trish Almeida trish@idswest.com 604.730.2031 Senior Event Manager Jody Phillips jody@idswest.com 604.730.2064

Get in touch with us: Ikebaba Collection by exhibitor Brent Comber

Exhibitor Relations + Social Media Bronwyn Gourley Woo Bronwyn@idswest.com 604.730-2063 Informa Canada #510 – 1185 West Georgia Street Vancouver BC V6E 4E6 info@idswest.com www.idswest.com /IDSwest @idswest #idswest

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