Self Build Workshop

An expert-led workshop covering the fundamentals of self building, modern construction methods and renewable technologies, with opportunities for one-to-one consultations and guided educational tours.

Discover the ABCs of homebuilding. This expert-led Self Build Workshop brings together leading industry professionals to cover self build fundamentals, the latest construction methods and renewable technologies, all in one place.

Attendees can hear from experts throughout the day and engage directly during 1:2:1 consultations to discuss plans and receive personalised guidance. The programme maintains a strong focus on energy-efficient homebuilding, including sustainable building principles, airtightness and insulation, renewables, heating systems and smart technologies.

Topics include:

• Funding & financing a self build
• Design principles
• UK building systems and selecting the right approach
• Airtightness & insulation
• Costs, timescales and planning implications
• Specifying and buying materials
• Finding good tradespeople and working with contractors
• Integrating renewables and smart technologies
• Project management

On the day:

• New Build Educational Journey across full-size educational zones
• 1:2:1 appointments and exhibitor presentations

Workshop details: Saturday 20th February, 9:00 – 16:30. Live at The National Self Build & Renovation Centre. Price: Free.