Building for the Future Conference
The Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2026 will come into force in March 2027 to implement the Future Homes Standard and will ensure that new homes in England are built with low carbon heating and high levels of energy efficiency.
Bringing together industry experts, this conference will explore practical steps needed to meet the new standards while delivering high quality, energy efficient homes.
Whether you're preparing for upcoming regulatory changes or looking to stay ahead of industry developments, this conference will provide you with the knowledge, practical guidance and networking opportunities to help you deliver homes that are fit for the future.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday 8 October | 10am to 4pm
- Venue: De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, 61-65 Great Queen St, London, WC2B 5DA
- Cost: £120+VAT (Early bird offer £100+VAT when booked by Tuesday 25 August)
- Who should attend: Contractors, Developers, Homebuilders, Social Housing Providers, Architects
| Conference Programme | ||
| Time | Session | Speaker |
| 09.45 - 10.25 | Registration & Refreshments | |
| 10.25 - 10.30 | Welcome to Conference | Lorna Stimpson, LABC |
| 10.30 - 11.00 | Keynote address: The Future Homes Standard | Peter Rankin, Building Safety Regulator |
| 11.00 - 11.30 | Ventilation in new homes - where to start for homebuilders | Nathan Wood, Farmwood Mechanical & Electrical Services |
| 11.30 - 12.00 | Heat Network and its Connection to Future Homes Standard | Arran Mornin, Department for Energy Security and Net Zero |
| 12.00 - 12.30 | Session TBC | TBC, LABC Warranty |
| 12.30 - 13.15 | Lunch & Networking | |
| 13.15 - 13.45 | Shining a light on PV requirements on new builds | Dr K T Tan, Viridian Solar |
| 13.45 - 14.15 | Demystifying the installation and commissioning of heat pumps | Elizabeth Wilkinson, Ideal Heating |
| 14.15 - 14.45 | Future Homes Standards - changes to SAP and HEM | Jason Hewins, Elmhurst Energy |
| 14.45 - 15.00 | Networking & Refreshments | |
| 15.00 - 15.30 | Grid connections - where to start for homebuilders | Nigel Banks, Octopus Energy |
| 15.30 - 16.00 | Future Homes Standard ready: de-risking delivery through early collaboration | Ross Holleron, Future Homes Hub |
| 16.00 | Conference Close | |
If you have any questions about the event please contact bookings@labc.co.uk.
Dates
Building for the Future Conference - 08.10.26
8th October 2026
10:00 - 16:00
London
Everyone