Edmonton Renovation Show 2026 Features Home Network Stars Promoting Personalized Design
The 2026 Edmonton Renovation Show, scheduled from January 30 to February 1 at the Edmonton Expo Centre, will showcase a trio of prominent personalities from Canada's Home Network. Kenny Brain, Sebastian Clovis, and Kristen Coutts are set to headline the event, offering their extensive expertise in home renovation and design on the Main Stage, which will be styled by local interior design expert Shelly Reimer Design.
Kenny Brain Advocates for Unique and Personal Home Spaces
Kenny Brain, co-host of Home Network's Making It Home and the upcoming show Life is Messy, will make his first appearance at the Edmonton Renovation Show. A skilled carpenter from Newfoundland with a background in modeling and a stint on Big Brother Canada in 2014, Brain brings an unorthodox perspective to home design. His presentation, titled "Making Your Home Weird Again," challenges homeowners to move beyond bland and impersonal trends.
"When I say 'weird,' I mean unique. I want people to kickstart their brain," Brain explains. He argues that with endless design inspiration available, many people fall into the trap of using generic ideas or curating their homes merely to keep up with others, rather than creating spaces that truly reflect their personalities.
Brain emphasizes that homeowners can make building and design choices that enhance livability without destroying resale value. "If you're constantly building and designing your home for the next person, are you even living in your own home? Or is it just a shell you pass off to the next person?" he questions, encouraging a shift towards more personal and meaningful renovations.
New Show Life is Messy Focuses on Practical Home Solutions
In his new show Life is Messy, premiering this spring on Home Network, Brain collaborates with real estate and design expert Kortney Wilson. The program aims to be accessible and relatable, targeting a wider audience by addressing common home organization problems. "We come in and help people who have lost control of their homes. Their home is working against them because they have so much stuff," Brain describes.
The show involves emptying entire houses, bringing all items to a warehouse for homeowners to decide what they truly need, followed by Brain implementing organizational solutions. This practical approach underscores his commitment to making homes functional and personalized.
Sebastian Clovis and Kristen Coutts Share DIY and Budget Tips
Joining Brain at the show, Sebastian Clovis, a former CFL football player turned celebrity contractor, will coach audiences on embracing the DIY spirit. Meanwhile, Kristen Coutts, host of Beer Budget Reno and a former marketing specialist from Toronto, will present her top money-saving hacks for home renovations.
Coutts, inspired by female social media influencers, hopes to empower other women to overcome fears of using tools and undertaking demolition projects. Her insights aim to make renovation more approachable and affordable for all.
Event Highlights and Broader Impact
The Edmonton Renovation Show will cover a range of topics, including 2026 design trends, renovation best practices, and budget-smart upgrades. By featuring these Home Network stars, the event promises to inspire attendees to rethink their living spaces, prioritizing uniqueness and personal expression over conformity.
This gathering not only offers practical advice but also fosters a community of homeowners eager to create homes that are truly their own, blending functionality with individual flair in the heart of Alberta.
