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Design stars shine at IDSWest

A Canadian decor diva and a British style icon will share their insight at this weekend's IDSWest in Vancouver.

A Canadian decor diva and a British style icon will share their insight at this weekend's IDSWest in Vancouver.

Suzanne Dimma, editor-in-chief of House & Home, and Barbara Hulanicki, founder of iconic London store Biba will take the stage at The Interior Design Show West, which opens with a party tomorrow evening and continues through Sunday at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. The event will feature more than 200 exhibitors showcasing products and services that represent the cutting edge in art, architecture, lighting and design.

Highlights include the L41, a 220-squarefoot home "conceived for a generation that understands small is beautiful," and Studio North, an area where emerging design firms display their innovative projects.

General admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students. Admission to opening night is $20. Tickets purchased online at www.idswest.com are available at a reduced rate of $12.