Alberta’s top interior design tradeshow
Bringing the design and supply communities together
YYC | October 3, 2023 | The Palomino Room, BMO Centre, Stampede Park, Calgary
YEG | October 5, 2023 | Edmonton Expo Centre, Northlands Park, Edmonton
Join us this October in both Calgary and Edmonton for the 2023 IDA Annual Tradeshow, Urban Encounters.
This is the must-attend event for interior designers and suppliers in Alberta, where you can find the latest products and trends that will impact your design in the coming year. The tradeshow is also an excellent networking opportunity where you can connect with industry friends and build meaningful new relationships.
| ATTENDEE TYPE | Rate |
| IDA Member | $10 |
| Non-Member | $30 |
| Non-Member Student | $15 |
| Industry Partner (non designer) | $125 |
| Building Codes Seminar Add-on | $50 |
| Reserved Parking (Calgary Only) | $20 |
Learning about building codes at Urban Encounters!
Make sure to also sign up for the building code workshop on accessibility when you register for the event!
Once you select the event ticket, please click the green button "Assign Ticket", which will give you an add-on option to register for the workshop at either location.
Any questions?
If you have any questions or inquiries about the event, please contact us at urbanencounters@idalberta.ca.
See you in October!
IDA 2023 Annual Tradeshow (Urban Encounters) | YYC & YEG | Attendee Registration
- Tuesday Oct 03 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday Oct 05 2023, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM -
Calgary & Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
Event Workshops
Barrier-Free Accessibility Seminar - Calgary
October 3, 2023 15:00 - 16:00Fee: $50.00
Seats Remaining:5
Session Description
This seminar includes a review of the fundamental barrier-free design requirements of the National Building Code – 2019 Alberta Edition through diagrams, examples and open discussion.
This seminar is appropriate for individuals who are new to applying the Building Code and those looking for a refresher on barrier-free design.
This seminar includes a review of the following topics:
- Path of travel: entrances, corridors, ramps, vestibules,
- Doors & doorways: widths, clearances, power door operators,
- Washrooms: design requirements, new construction vs. renovations,
- A brief overview of special requirements for Physicians' Clinics & and offices Adaptable Dwelling Units, and
- Barrier-free relaxations and standard.
Speaker
Kim Karn
Principal, KK Consulting
Kim brings over 21 years of experience working with Provincial, National & International Building Codes. Kim refined her skills as a Code consultant in Ontario and Alberta with Larden Muniak Consulting Inc. She then provided in-house consulting for Riddell Kurcazba Architecture Engineering Interior Design Ltd. before incorporating her own consulting firm in 2015.
With her knowledge, Kim has provided Code analyses for many existing and proposed buildings, focusing on life- and fire-safety. Kim has performed Code reviews, developed alternative solutions and conducted audits for various projects including arenas, exhibition halls, high rises, multi-family residential, hospitals and industrial buildings.
Kim has presented continuing education seminars related to Building Codes and life safety subject matter since 2004. She has presented accredited seminars for Alberta WoodWorks!/Canadian Wood Council, BuildEx, Canadian Home Builders Association (Alberta), IIDEX, Interior Designers of Canada, Safety Codes Council, and various architectural and design firms.
Barrier-Free Accessibility Seminar - Edmonton
October 5, 2023 18:00 - 19:00Fee: $50.00
Seats Remaining:5
Session Description
This seminar includes a review of the fundamental barrier-free design requirements of the National Building Code – 2019 Alberta Edition through diagrams, examples and open discussion.
This seminar is appropriate for individuals who are new to applying the Building Code and those looking for a refresher on barrier-free design.
This seminar includes a review of the following topics:
- Path of travel: entrances, corridors, ramps, vestibules,
- Doors & doorways: widths, clearances, power door operators,
- Washrooms: design requirements, new construction vs. renovations,
- A brief overview of special requirements for Physicians' Clinics & and offices Adaptable Dwelling Units, and
- Barrier-free relaxations and standard.
Speaker
Kim Karn
Principal, KK Consulting
Kim brings over 21 years of experience working with Provincial, National & International Building Codes. Kim refined her skills as a Code consultant in Ontario and Alberta with Larden Muniak Consulting Inc. She then provided in-house consulting for Riddell Kurcazba Architecture Engineering Interior Design Ltd. before incorporating her own consulting firm in 2015.
With her knowledge, Kim has provided Code analyses for many existing and proposed buildings, focusing on life- and fire-safety. Kim has performed Code reviews, developed alternative solutions and conducted audits for various projects including arenas, exhibition halls, high rises, multi-family residential, hospitals and industrial buildings.
Kim has presented continuing education seminars related to Building Codes and life safety subject matter since 2004. She has presented accredited seminars for Alberta WoodWorks!/Canadian Wood Council, BuildEx, Canadian Home Builders Association (Alberta), IIDEX, Interior Designers of Canada, Safety Codes Council, and various architectural and design firms.
