FUTUREBUILD SHOW PREVIEW
FUTUREBUILD 2025 : A MUST-ATTEND EVENT FOR ARCHITECTS AND SPECIFIERS
Celebrating 20 years of driving innovation and sustainability in construction , Futurebuild 2025 promises to be a landmark event for architects and specifiers . Taking place from March 4th- 6th at Excel London , the event showcases cutting-edge technologies , thought leadership , and actionable solutions for the industry ’ s challenges .
THE FUTUREBUILD ARENA
This arena emphasises the transition to a climateresilient economy within planetary boundaries . It features sessions under three themes : Circularity and Reuse , Sustainability and Social Justice , and Making it Happen . Each explores short- and longterm pathways to achieving climate targets .
NATIONAL RETROFIT CONFERENCE & EXPO
The co-located National Retrofit Conference & Expo is a hub for professionals tackling retrofitting challenges . Sponsored by Sustainable Building Services , the Conference spans three days , with content curated from Retrofit Academy CIC on day one and two , and the National Retrofit Hub on day three . Key topics include scaling retrofitting efforts and city regeneration .
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Futurebuild 2025 centres on its theme , Impact , inspiring change in sustainable construction and net-zero advancements . Visitors can explore the Futurebuild Arena , National Retrofit Conference & Expo , The Innovation Trail , and five specialised Impact Stages featuring expert sessions tailored to different sectors .
• Buildings Impact Stage : Sponsored by HG Matthews , this stage explores net-zero design , modular construction , and Future Homes Standard with partners like Passivhaus Trust and BRE .
• Materials Impact Stage : Sponsored by Aggregate Industries , discussions focus on sustainable materials , traceable supply chains , and waste minimisation . Partners include The Concrete Centre and Built By Nature .
• Placemaking Impact Stage : Curated with Urban Design Group and RSPB , this stage delves into creating sustainable , connected communities .
• Energy Impact Stage : Sponsored by Kensa , topics include integrating renewable energy and decarbonisation through technologies like heat pumps and thermal storage .
• FutureX Digital Disruptors Impact Stage : Sponsored by One Click LCA , focusing on leveraging construction technology for societal and environmental benefits .
The Retrofit Expo , debuting in 2025 , showcases innovative solutions for retrofitting , featuring exhibitors like Parity Projects , Corksol , and Trustmark . The event also includes the Big Retrofit Challenge , where innovators present groundbreaking ideas .
EXHIBITORS AND INNOVATION TRAIL
The Innovation Trail offers visitors a chance to connect with industry leaders like Heidelberg Materials UK and LKAB Minerals , exploring sustainable solutions to advance the built environment . Exhibitors highlight products and practices that support circular economy principles and smarter material usage .
IMPACT 20X20 : CALL FOR PAPERS
Futurebuild 2025 introduces Impact 20x20 , inviting visionaries to present bold sustainability ideas through dynamic Pecha Kucha-style sessions . Submissions close on December 13 , 2024 .
WHY ATTEND ?
Futurebuild 2025 is an essential event for architects and specifiers aiming to drive industry transformation . Combining practical insights with innovative solutions , the event equips attendees to make meaningful contributions to sustainability and the built environment ’ s future .
Join the movement and make your impact – Register here .
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