Grand Designs Live 2024

We are returning to Grand Designs Live in Birmingham on 3 October. This event will feature the latest in ideas, innovation and home project guidance for the public, architects, supply chain and design industry. Join the show for all the inspiration and expert advice you need to retrofit, redesign or build your next home.

Our experts Brian Horne, technical knowledge lead will be joining a panel talk and delivering sessions throughout the day. Come and see him at the Grand Designs Magazine Theatre and the Sustainable Future Theatre.

Energy efficiency buildings past & present

Grand Designs Magazine Theatre, 2pm

Owning a listed building is a rewarding experience, but it can often come with high energy costs. Fortunately, there are now a number of low-carbon strategies available that can make heritage buildings significantly more sustainable. These strategies are not only better for the planet but also for your pocket. Brian will be joining this panel session consisting of experts in restoring and improving the energy efficiency of historic buildings. They will outline the fundamentals of how to achieve this and will be available to answer any questions you may have.

Flexible Futures – how electrifying our homes will help us win

Sustainable Future Theatre, 3pm

We will look at the major options for generating, storing and using electricity in our homes, and particularly how these technologies can work together to save us money, reduce our carbon footprint and strengthen the nation’s grid infrastructure. Everyone’s a winner, so join us to find out how you can join the Flexible Future now.

Heat pump options for home heating

Grand Designs Magazine Theatre, 4pm

We will be reviewing the different heat pump technologies available for UK home heating and which options might make sense in which circumstances. We’ll also be debunking some of the common myths we come across when discussing heat pumps, join us to hear more.

Book your place today.