The upcoming Homebuilding & Renovating Show, scheduled for March 20th-23rd 2025, at the NEC Birmingham has announced its range of expert speakers.
From practical tips to inspiring advice and the latest products, it’s all under one roof at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, the go-to exhibition for you as a self builder or renovator.
No matter what stage your project is at, the show will help you to bring it to life. Come along for tailored, one-to-one advice; browse 1000s of new and innovative products to improve your home; and discover the ins and outs of everything from planning regulations for extensions and managing renovation budgets, to stylish kitchen design and integrating underfloor heating.
- Allan Corfield – Design Expert and Architect, Founder of Allan Corfield Architects. Allan is a renowned architect specialising in custom self-build homes. He offers expertise in sustainable design, energy efficiency, and modern architectural practices.
- Andy Stevens – Broadcaster and Master Builder, Founder of The Build Network UK. Andy is an experienced broadcaster and builder, known for his practical insights into the construction industry. He can discuss current building trends, project management, how to find and hire the right builder, and industry challenges.
- David Hilton – Eco Expert, Founder of Heat and Energy. David is a specialist in sustainable building and energy efficiency. His knowledge encompasses renewable energy systems, eco-friendly materials, and green building practices, and can advise on how to update your home heating.
- Jo Dyson – Property Renovator and Co-Founder, Mae House Design. Jo is a serial property renovator, relishing the challenge of taking a tired, lack-lustre property and realising its potential. She specialises in home organisation and space planning, offering practical advice on storage solutions, creating efficient living spaces and inspirational bathroom design ideas.
- Julia Kendell – Interior Design Expert, Kendell+Co. Julia is a celebrated interior designer with a focus on creating functional and beautiful living spaces. She can provide commentary on interior design trends, space optimisation, and DIY design solutions.
- NEW! Lucy Willcox – Garden Designer at www.lucywillcoxgardendesign.com/. Lucy is a professional garden designer with a passion for creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces, recently featured in ‘Alan Titchmarsh’s Gardening Club’. She provides insights into garden planning, plant selection, and sustainable landscaping practices.
- Marianne Suhr – Chartered Building Surveyor, Founder of The Old House Consultancy. Specialising in the repair and retrofit of historic buildings, Marianne co-presented three series of BBC2’s ‘Restoration’ programme and more recently Channel 4’s ‘Restoration of the Year’. She lectures extensively on renovating period homes and turning them into eco homes.
- Mark Stevenson – Self-Build Expert, Director of Elsworth Projects. Mark is a self-build authority with extensive experience guiding individuals through the process of building their own homes. He can discuss planning, design, and construction management for self-build projects, highlighting the key mistakes to avoid.
- Michael Holmes – Multifaceted Property Expert, Chair of the National Custom and Self Build Association (NaCSBA). Michael is a leading property expert and journalist, well-versed in all aspects of home improvement and self-build. He can provide analysis on market trends, renovation advice, and property investment, but also extension guides, tips on working with an architect and designing your dream kitchen.
- Richard Hawkes – Architect, Founder of Richard Hawker Architecture. Richard is an award-winning architect known for his innovative and sustainable designs. He built his own pioneering Passive House, being among the specialists in achieving planning consent for exceptional new “paragraph 80” dwellings in the open countryside. He can discuss topics relating to eco-architecture, design innovation, and sustainable building practices.
- Sally Tagg – Planning Expert, Founder of Foxley Tagg Planning. Sally is a planning consultant with deep knowledge of the UK’s planning system. She can offer guidance on planning permissions, regulations, and navigating the planning process.
- Simon Rix – Planning Expert from Planix. Simon is a professional planning consultant who began his career working in local government in the 1990s and later was elected a local councillor. He now uses his knowledge about how the planning permission system works from both sides to help more people get the consent they need, avoiding many of the risks and costs associated with the process.
- Tim Phillips – Quantity Surveyor, Founder of Quantiv. Tim is an experienced quantity surveyor who can provide insights into cost estimation, budgeting, and financial management for building projects. He also has extensive experience of undertaking his own full-scale house renovations.
- Tom McSherry – Finance Expert at Buildstore. Tom specialises in construction finance and can discuss funding options, financial planning for mastering your budget, and mortgages for self-build and renovation projects.
20 – 23 March 2025, NEC Birmingham
Halls 9, 10 & 11
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