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Futurebuild 2027
May 11, 2027 - May 13, 2027
London, United Kingdom
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About Futurebuild
Futurebuild is a sustainable construction exhibition and conference at ExCeL London for built environment professionals: architects, specifiers, contractors, developers and local authorities. It covers low-carbon buildings, materials, energy and retrofit, including The National Retrofit Conference, and runs alongside UK Construction Week London and The Stone & Surfaces Show. It is run by Media 10.
Futurebuild 2027 in London
Futurebuild runs from 11 to 13 May 2027 in Halls N1, N3 and N4 at ExCeL London.
What it is
Futurebuild is an exhibition and knowledge programme on sustainable construction, under the strapline "shaping the future of the built environment." Exhibitors launch net-zero products, materials and innovations to specifiers and decision-makers. The organiser names architects, engineers, Tier 1 contractors, developers, local authorities, housing associations, policymakers and manufacturers among the visitors.
It is part of what the organiser calls the UK's Built Environment Super Event, alongside UK Construction Week London and The Stone & Surfaces Show. The footer credits Media 10.
The knowledge programme runs across several stages:
- The Futurebuild Arena, the main stage.
- The National Retrofit Conference, which the organiser calls the UK's only dedicated retrofit stage.
- Buildings and Materials Stage.
- Energy Stage.
- Seminar stages and a fringe programme, plus networking events.
Planning notes
- Entry is free. The ticket covers seminars, networking events and feature areas across all three days. The VIP Lounge needs a VIP badge.
- The programme is CPD-accredited.
- Students aged 18 and over are welcome but must apply separately, because student passes are limited.
- Opening hours are 10:00–17:00 on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 May, and 10:00–16:00 on Thursday 13 May.
Key Topics
- Sustainable and low-carbon building materials
- Retrofit (The National Retrofit Conference)
- Buildings and materials
- Energy, heat networks and storage
- Circular economy and reuse in construction
Quick Info
- Dates
- May 11, 2027 – May 13, 2027
- Location
- London
United Kingdom - Organizer
- Media 10
Industries
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When is Futurebuild 2027?
Futurebuild 2027 runs May 11, 2027 – May 13, 2027.
Where is Futurebuild 2027 held?
Futurebuild 2027 takes place at ExCeL London in London, United Kingdom.
How do I register for Futurebuild 2027?
Registration is handled by the organizer, Media 10 — details and passes are on the official website.
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