Who We Are:

The Home & Design Idea Center is a separate division of AZ Big Media. Over the past two-and-a-half decades, AZ Big Media has grown to encompass a whole host of publications and signature expos and events.

Over the years, AZ Big Media has expanded its reach beyond publishing to produce a series of highly successful expos:

For the past 19 years, we have hosted the Arizona Home & Building Expo. “No pots and pans, no chips and dips, no mops and woks” helps bring the most qualified buyers to our shows.

We also host the annual Southwest Build-It-Green Expo & Conference, focusing on sustainability and green practices for businesses and homeowners.

In 2008, we debuted the Scottsdale Home, Art & Garden Show, a sister expo to the Arizona Home & Building show that also emphasizes renovation and re-design services.

For more than 25 years, AZ Big Media has been the publisher of some of the state’s most well-respected titles:

AZ Big Media also presents special events and award receptions throughout the year. They include:

Recognizes the year’s No. 1 companies as showcased in Ranking Arizona, and pays special tribute to 12 companies for being the “Best of the Best.”
The awards recognize leaders and organizations that engage in the implementation of sustainability principles.		Brings together Arizona’s most influential accountants, bankers and lawyers. These are the professionals who help businesses run more efficiently.
Recognizes the accomplishments of individuals and organizations that have made strides in helping Arizonans receive better health care.
These awards are given to professionals for outstanding performance in their roles as corporate financial stewards.		Honors the People, Places, Products & Services that made significant contributions to Arizona’s economy.
The HR Awards honors human resources professionals throughout the state – from HR Directors, Heads of HR Departments, HR Teams, CEOs supporting the HR Function to leaders within the HR Services and Support industries.
Presented by AZRE Magazine, the awards recognize the top projects in each market sector category.		Pays tribute to outstanding family-owned businesses that have risen to success.
Based on employee, customer and community opinions, these awards recognize the contributions and impact local companies bring to the state.

The Idea Center Concept:

The concept of a self-serve home idea expo was born in Australia and New Zealand more than three decades ago. There, as well as in Europe, such expos thrive in popularity — providing consumers an opportunity to browse without the distraction of an ever-present salesperson. Different interpretations of these expos have recently begun spreading to the United States, where they are rapidly gaining in popularity. They have established a presence in California, New Jersey, Utah, Washington and other states.

The Home & Design Idea Center is leading the way in bringing their unique version of the daily expo to Arizona. Making its debut in October 2009, the center is the only facility of its kind in the Southwest. With more than 40,000 square feet of showroom space, the Idea Center houses a collection of more than 200 companies offering home-related products and services. Each of the companies has its own fully realized showroom, with everything from complete kitchen set-ups to flooring and lighting selections and more. Guests can visit the center seven days a week, year-round, for endless inspirations for their homes.