Cost-consciousness, climate anxiety, and a desire for emotional sanctuary are pushing a movement toward high-performance, emotionally satisfying homes that support resilience — economic, environmental, and personal, according to experts at the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show. The event, sponsored by Gartec, is taking place between 19 – 21 September 2025 at Excel London.
Julia Kendell, interior design expert for the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show, will be on hand to offer advice on how to turn a home into a sanctuary for those seeking a wellness space at home as we head into the cooler months.
Property expert Michael Holmes says there is a growing trend to bring a layer of texture into interior design for the home, with elements such as wall panelling, which has the added benefit of acoustic and thermal properties.
Architect Paul Testa suggests that whether your house suffers from being unbearably hot in the summer, or you’re cold and with big heating bills in the winter, delaying action for another year isn’t an option. Whether your budget is £250 or £250,000, there are practical steps you can take to improve your comfort and health and reduce your energy bills.
So, whether it’s adding texture, water management systems, or retrofit energy-efficiency solutions to your home, The London Homebuilding & Renovating Show is set to showcase a multitude of innovations from over 250 exhibitors and provide advice from the biggest cast of property experts, all under one roof.
Leading specialists will deliver a range of talks, with sessions in the Masterclass, Self Build and Home Improvement Theatres, including: Keeping Character, Adding Warmth: Thermal Insulation of Old or Listed Properties; What is ‘Smart Home’ Technology?; Aluminium: The Go-To for Renovations; Sanctuary in the City: The Mindful Approach to Home Renovation, and many more.
The Home Energy Hour comes to the theatres with talks designed to inform visitors of the latest trends and advancements in home energy to make homes leaner and greener. The Home Energy Academy will help homeowners understand how they can make the most of the energy in their home, save money on bills, and reduce carbon footprint with free advice at the Advice Centre.
The Advice Centre will provide the opportunity for visitors to book their 15-minute slot with show experts to discuss their own projects and keep their developments moving. Specialists include: garden designer Lucy Willcox, self build expert Mark Stevenson, Homebuilding & Renovating’s property expert Michael Holmes, director of HEM Architects Paul Testa, planning expert Sally Tagg, quantity surveyor Tim Phillips, Buildstore finance expert Tom McSherry, design expert & architect Allan Corfield, builder & broadcaster Andy Stevens, heating & eco expert David Hilton, designer Jo Dyson, and interior design expert – Kendell + Co Julia Kendell.
Tickets to the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show cost £36 for a pair of tickets. Under 16s go free. To access free tickets to the show click on this link www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/pr-