Landscape & Urban Design Issue 18 2016 | Page 51

Grand Designs Live, sponsored by Anglian Home Improvements, returns to London from 30th April-8th May 2016. The event, based on the hugely popular Channel 4 TV series Grand Designs, offers visitors a chance to view the latest trends and unseen products in self-build, from kitchens to gardens and everything in-between. Alongside these amazing features, the show offers an array of other great attractions, including: • Kevin's Green Heroes-A collection of eco-friendly products curated by Kevin McCloud and showcased in the Grand Theatre, sponsored by Airflow. Visitors to the show can see over 500 exhibitors across six different sectors including: Grand Build, Grand Kitchens, Grand Bathrooms, Grand Technology, Grand Gardens and Grand Interiors. With each section boasting a specialised feature, this year's Grand Designs Live is set to be better than ever. • River Cottage Canteen-River Cottage returns to host the show restaurant with a seasonable and sustainable menu. • Grand Village-The Grand Village is the main highlight of the show and reflects the ethos of Grand Designs; unique architecture, innovation and environmental awareness. • Ask an Expert visitors are invited to book free 30 minute appointments with architects, surveyors, planners, garden designers, funding advisors and more, to get their project underway • Live Kitchen Experience-Watch top chefs and restaurateurs at work, plus discover the latest Miele appliances with daily demonstrations. • Grand Interiors Theatre-The perfect place to learn tips and tricks from industry experts. The attraction offers everything from choosing colourschemes right down to plastering techniques. • Grand Build Theatre –new for 2016, visitors will be able to visit a dedicated theatre on self-build and home renovation Kevin McCloud, design guru and presenter of the Channel 4 TV series, will be hosting the nine-day run of the design exhibition, whilst architect and TV personality, Charlie Luxton will also be making an appearance. Throughout the show, visitors can see interactive sessions from TV personalities live on stage, cookery demonstrations from Michelin-starred chefs, and gain invaluable home renovation and build advice from industry experts. This year’s Grand Designs Live is a must attend event for anyone planning or working on a build or DIY project – however large or small. GRAND Build is the UK’s largest selfbuild and design show and with over 500 exhibitors you’ll be able to source top quality products and materials from well known brands to independent retailers. So whether you’re renovating or redesigning your home or simply doing some DIY, you’ll find everything you need to create your own grand design - all under one roof. Claim your FREE trade ticket now, simply visit www.granddesignslive.com and enter the code MHFREE on the book tickets page. Landscape & Urban Design 51