Self Build Workshop

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

Discover the ABCs of homebuilding. The Self Build Workshop brings together leading industry professionals to cover self build fundamentals, the latest construction methods and renewable technologies under one roof.

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

Topics include:

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

Date & time: Saturday 20 February 2027 (9:00 – 16:30)

Price: Free

Location: Live at The National Self Build & Renovation Centre, Swindon, England