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In 2008 The Ideal Home Show will host a number of new and unique features Including the Green Homes Eco Showhouse, Viva L'Italia, The Green Pages Eco Expo and The Pamper Zone. In fact there are almost 300 different suppliers encompassing everything from home improvement ideas, energy saving products to stylish décor. Adding value to the show are a number of bespoke seminars and advice centres that will provide professional expertise on such things as improving your Building Energy Rating (BER), DIY hints and tips, personal makeovers and interior design advice to name but a few.

The Green Homes Eco Showhouse & Garden

Most Irish people today place a high value on their environment and healthy living. This year's eco house will showcase the very best in environmentally-friendly interiors and products.

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Renowned interior designer, Sinéad Kelly will design this year's eco showhouse. With a wealth of experience as an interior designer Sinéad brings plenty of expertise and creativity to the project. Sinead is focusing on a sustainable design that seeks a balance between practical needs and harmony with the environment. The interior style will feel natural and tranquil and will marry with the eco-friendly features cleverly incorporated into the design of the house.

The house itself, built by Green Homes, will be an A rated home demonstrating how you can optimise the energy usage through applying a better standard of building practice throughout. All the products used in the construction are sourced from low emission manufacturers or are from recycled materials. In the interior Sinéad has sourced a wide range of products that are again environmentally sound and do not compromise on style.

The Green Pages Eco Expo

With the Government encouraging a move towards energy efficiency the Eco Expo aims to bring together experts that will show you how to improve your building energy ratings, save on bills, reduce your carbon footprint and in general improve your green credentials. There is a great line up of suppliers with products from personal wind turbines to charge mobile phones to some of the most popular low carbon and electric vehicles available in Ireland today.

The Pamper Zone

The Pamper Zone is a health and beauty haven showcasing leading brands and experts who will demonstrate the latest trends and provide treatments for those who just want that little bit of extra tlc. One of the many highlights at the pamper zone will be demonstrations from the famous celebrity nail technician Leighton Denny, the creator of the worlds most expensive manicure, the Diamond nail treatment. So if you want to know what Leightons clients like Victoria Beckham and Kate Moss expect from a professional nail makeover you need to come early as places are limited.

The Viva L'Italia Expo

The Viva L'Italia Expo brings together many aspects of Italian culture under one roof for the first time in Ireland. To enhance the visitors experience the showcase will be centred around a purpose built 'Piazza', which will in turn be surrounded by a variety of speciality shops and businesses offering a wide range of quality and stylish Italian products and services. You will be able to source bespoke Italian furniture and tiles for your home, take part in wine and food tasting sessions, book a holiday and source the perfect Italian wedding venue. If this is not enough you can test drive the Alfa Romeo or Ducati that you may bring with you when you find that perfect home in Tuscany.

So whether you are looking to style you home, go green without compromising on style, wish to Sample the delights of Italy or pamper yourself, you should drop into the Ideal Home Show from Thursday the 23rd through to Monday the 27th . You might just pick up a bargain from one of the 300 exhibitors who are all competing for your business, many with special offers and show only discounts. For more information visit www.idealhome.ie.