6-8 March 2026
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Stages & Speakers

The Home Inspo Stage is the place where innovation meets inspiration.

Each day, the Home Inspo Stage showcases Home Design Experts, offering a wealth of knowledge, trends, and practical tips. 

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Home Inspo Stage Host

James Treble

James is a Sydney-based, multi-award-winning interior designer with over 30 years’ experience across design, real estate and building.

He is a TV presenter on Open Homes Australia and Renovate or Rebuild, and was a long-time designer on The Living Room. Known for his Practical Design approach, James mentors emerging designers and advocates sustainable materials.

Speakers

Thank you to our 
stage partner

Cooking Stage Host

Carmel Carmichael

Carmel is a passionate food presenter with over 30 years’ experience showcasing Australia’s freshest seasonal produce. Working closely with local food retailers, she demonstrates how to transform everyday ingredients into wholesome, family-friendly meals.

Inspired by her Southern Italian heritage, Carmel’s cooking celebrates food, family and community. She has shared the stage with celebrity chefs from shows including MasterChef and My Kitchen Rules, and returns to the Brisbane Home Show creating vibrant seasonal dishes using premium Smeg appliances.