NARI Milwaukee Hosts 62nd Annual Spring Home Improvement Show

MILWAUKEE (January 15, 2024) – Home is where the heart is so it’s important that homeowners do their research before moving ahead with a remodeling or home improvement project. A visit to the 62^nd annual NARI Milwaukee Spring Home Improvement Show is one of easiest and most efficient ways to talk with a number of experts.

The NARI Milwaukee show runs Feb. 16 – 18 at State Fair Park in the Exposition Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., West Allis, and is packed with qualified, trusted, local professionals who can help homeowners update or transform their indoor or outdoor space.

The Show includes approximately 150 NARI Milwaukee members who provide remodeling and home improvement services and products – from design/build firms to specialized contractors for all areas of the home, including roofing, gutters, windows, doors, HVAC, electrical, painting and more.

The 2024 NARI Milwaukee Spring Home Improvement Show features:

• 150 NARI Milwaukee members – Talk with trusted, local experts who are ready and willing to answer any and all questions, no matter how big or small they might be. These experts can also make recommendations and provide homeowners with guidance, solutions and creative suggestions.
• Grandmillennial Interior Design Challenge – What’s old is new again as Grandmillennial décor becomes popular. Also called “granny-chic,” the style combines traditional, homey pieces with modern elements. Think floral curtains, floral wallpaper and patterned upholstery that are added to sleek, uncluttered rooms. Students from MATC, Mount Mary University and WCTC will each create a room around the Grandmillennial theme.
• Tile as an Accent – Each day at 11:30 a.m., Virginia Tile will go in-depth on ways to use tile to accent the home.
• “The Plant Doctor” Melinda Myers – Each day at 12:30 p.m., Melinda Myers will share her knowledge of all things green and growing. On Feb. 16, she’ll cover “Understanding Gardening Basics to Boost Your Gardening Success;” Feb. 17 she’ll share “Garden Renovations for Any Size Landscape – Affordable & Attractive Solutions to Enhance Any Garden;” and Feb. 18 the topic turns to “Unique Ways to Use Containers to Expand your Planting Space & Beautify Your Landscape.”
• Add Personality with Paint – Each day at 2 p.m., Mike Madson from Colorwheel Painting, LLC will share his tips and advice for bringing personality and pizzazz into a home using paint.
• Shining a Light on Lighting – Each day at 3 p.m., Join Gerhard’s Kitchen & Bath Store for an illuminating talk about light fixtures and how they can breathe new life into a room.
• Show-wide Scavenger Hunt – Showgoers can participate in a special scavenger hunt that includes a few unexpected surprises.
• NARI Milwaukee Foundation – Learn more about the NARI Milwaukee Foundation, which focuses on growing the trades by offering scholarships and supporting trade professionals as they pursue continuing education.

Photo caption: The NARI Milwaukee Spring Home Improvement Show runs February 16-18, 2024.

Tour of Remodeled Homes Gallery

A new feature that can help spark remodeling ideas is a collection of “dream” homes.

“We’re showcasing the finest work of our NARI Milwaukee members and are taking showgoers through remarkable transformations where homes have been elevated to new heights of style, functionality and comfort,” says Michelle Brown, executive director of NARI Milwaukee. “From innovative designs to quality craftsmanship, our trusted local experts exemplify excellence in remodeling. It’s not just about updating spaces. It’s about creating homes that resonate with personality and individuality and match the homeowner’s lifestyle.”

Inspiration Gallery

The show will also feature an Inspiration Gallery of award winners from NARI Milwaukee’s Remodeler of the Year competition.

“The gallery is a fantastic way for homeowners to see the amazing possibilities of what a remodel can accomplish,” says Brown. “Our talented NARI members work closely with their clients to identify their needs and design spaces that they’ll use and love for years to come.”

Spring Home Improvement Show Hours, Tickets & Parking

Fri., Feb. 16, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 17, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Sun., Feb. 18, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

$10 in advance (online only at NARIMilwaukeeHomeShow.com); $12 at the door; Adults 60+ are $10 at the door; children age 17 and younger, veterans and active-duty military personnel and front-line workers and medical personnel (with I.D.) are free.

$10 for parking at State Fair; ample street parking is also available

For more information on the NARI Spring Home Improvement Show or to receive a free copy of “Renovate,” the consumer magazine and membership directory, visit NARImilwaukee.org or call 414-771-4071.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.