Futurebuild 2025, taking place from March 04-06 at London Excel, is a must-attend event for housebuilders and developers dedicated to delivering sustainable, high-quality, and future-proofed housing. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this year’s event will focus on practical strategies and innovative solutions to meet climate goals, improve housing standards, and drive profitability through sustainable development.
As the housing industry faces mounting pressure to deliver net-zero homes and sustainable communities, Futurebuild 2025 also offers a platform to connect with policymakers, sustainability leaders, and innovative suppliers, to shape the future of construction.
Buildings Impact Stage: Sustainable & Scalable Housing Solutions
Opening the event, the session ‘From Net Zero to Healthy Homes and Buildings,’ in partnership with the Healthy Homes and Buildings Coalition, will provide developers with strategies to meet growing market demand for energy-efficient, health-conscious homes. This session will highlight how prioritising occupant well-being can increase market value and meet evolving regulatory standards.
Following this, ‘Futureproofing Construction: How Advancements in Modular Buildings Can Lead the Way for Future Development,’ led by Richard Hipkiss of MPBA, will explore how modular construction methods can streamline project delivery, reduce costs, and meet sustainability goals – making it an ideal solution for large-scale housing developments.
The second day will focus on creating resilient, economically viable communities. The session ‘Accelerating Quality in the Built Environment,’ hosted by BRE, will offer insights into performance evaluations that safeguard the longevity and value of new homes and retrofits – critical information for developers aiming to deliver high-quality, durable housing stock.
Over on the Placemaking Impact Stage, ‘Building Nature-Rich Places: How a Landscape-Led Approach Delivers Climate, Nature, and Community Benefits,’ in partnership with the Landscape Institute, will present cost-effective strategies for integrating green infrastructure and biodiversity into housing developments – enhancing property value and meeting planning requirements.
Scaling Retrofit & Sustainable Innovations
With retrofitting existing properties becoming increasingly important for meeting net-zero targets, the session ‘Data-Driven Retrofit – Leveraging Insights for Effective Change’ on the National Retrofit Conference stage, will equip developers with scalable retrofit strategies to improve energy performance, reduce operational costs, and increase property value.
The session ‘Bio-Based Materials for New Build and Retrofit,’ hosted by the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products (ASBP) on the Materials Impact Stage, will showcase innovative, cost-efficient materials that align with sustainability goals and appeal to environmentally conscious buyers.
In addition, the National Retrofit Conference – co-located with Futurebuild – will offer housebuilders insights into scaling retrofit solutions across housing portfolios. With rising energy costs and regulatory pressures, these sessions will focus on how to make retrofits financially viable while delivering long-term energy savings for residents.
Innovative Materials & Construction Techniques
Cutting-edge materials and building methods are key for developers looking to stay competitive. The session ‘Fire-Safe Mass Timber for the UK’ on the Materials Impact Stage will explore how sustainable timber solutions can be safely integrated into residential projects, balancing cost efficiency with environmental performance. Meanwhile, ‘Biophilic Urban Design,’ on the Buildings Impact Stage, chaired by Dr. Vanessa Champion, will offer strategies for integrating natural elements into housing developments to enhance community appeal and meet local planning regulations.
Futurebuild 2025 offers housebuilders and developers an invaluable platform to explore practical, innovative solutions that drive sustainability and profitability. From modular construction and scalable retrofit strategies to innovative materials and nature-rich community designs, this event delivers the tools and insights necessary for future-proofing developments.
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