Explore, learn and connect at Futurebuild 2026

Futurebuild 2026, co-located with UK Construction Week and the Stone and Surfaces Show, brings together the entire built environment for three days of insight, innovation and collaboration. With a dynamic programme spanning the Arena, the National Retrofit Conference, specialist stages and a wide range of interactive features, the event is designed to inspire action and drive meaningful change.

From thought-leading discussions and real-world case studies to hands-on demonstrations and practical training, every element of the event is built to spark ideas and support progress towards a more sustainable, resilient future. Alongside the content, you’ll find dedicated networking lounges, pavilions and collaboration spaces where you can connect with industry leaders, discover new solutions and build valuable relationships.

Whether you're looking to gain knowledge, explore innovations or meet the people shaping the future of the built environment, this is where it all comes together.

 

Connect in more ways than ever!

Arena

Arena Conference - sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric

Curated by the Edge, this year's theme focuses on the three R's: Resilience, examined through the lens of Reuse and Regenerative design in the built and natural environment.

National Retrofit conference 2026

National Retrofit Conference - sponsored by Guildmore Group

Curated by The Retrofit Academy, hear from MP Martin McCluskey, Minister for Energy Consumers, alongside senior government and industry leaders on the national retrofit policy and Warm Homes UK.

Seminar stages

Buildings & Materials, Energy and Placemaking Stages

Across the Buildings and Materials (sponsored by Holcim), Energy (sponsored by Allume), and Placemaking stages, explore solutions driving a more sustainable, resilient built environment from low carbon materials to clean energy and regenerative design.

Fringe programme

The Fringe Programme

Collaboration beyond the main stages. Explore the Architects Climate Action Network (ACAN) stage, dive into practical learning with the Retrofit Academy Quality Retrofit Case Studies (sponsored by Steico), and discover emerging ideas and innovation on the RISE Theatre and UKDEA Training Hub. 

Futurebuild Connect Lounge

The Futurebuild Connect Lounge

Step into the Futurebuild Connect Lounge where leading organisations like the National Retrofit Hub, UK Green Building Council, RISE and YADA will be hosting hands-on workshops, live discussions and high-impact networking.

 

Local authority Hub

Local Authority Collaboration Hub - sponsored by Fusion21

This new hub brings together the organisations shaping the UK's retrofit and regeneration programmes. Already confirmed to attend: Historic England, GLA, Homes England, Brighton & Hove, Surrey, Cambridge, Bradford, Hackney and Reading Councils and more.

Visit the Hub on stand F50

Big Innovation Pitch

The Big Innovation Pitch

Three pioneering innovations compete live on the Arena stage, on Wednesday 13 May at 4pm. They'll pitch their game-changing solutions that could reshape construction and one will be crowned the winner for 2026.

Shortlist announced soon!

The Big retrofit challenge

 

The Big Retrofit Challenge 2.0

Innovators developing retrofit, digital, or AI solutions can pitch live at the National Retrofit Conference and connect with industry leaders.

Innovation Trail

Innovation Trail

Meet the Innovation Partners along the trail and see their Innovative brands come to life, giving specifiers the opportunity to explore new products, solutions and materials.

RIBA bookshop

The RIBA bookshop

Be inspired by the expertly curated selection of titles covering key themes like circular economy, sustainability and climate resilience.

Live Demo Stage

Live Demo Stage

See products come to life, tested, used and challenged in real time with brands like Hilti and Eternal Ivica UK and many more.

Visit the stage at UK Construction Week

Roundtables

Curated Roundtables

Have small-group discussions with organisations, including HMRC, Green Truffle and Future For All built around challenges you’re facing.

Within UK Construction Week

NHDG Pavilion

The National Home Decarbonisation Group Pavilion

The NHDG area is a central hub for scaling up whole-house retrofit. Gain insights from industry leaders; E.ON, Mears, Wates, Equans, Bell Group,Sustainable Building Services, Warmworks, InstaGroup, Novus and Broad Oak Group.

Visit the pavilion in the Retrofit area

C2C pavilion

C2C Circular Materials Lounge

The 540 World Cradle to Cradle Certified® Community Showcase returns. Interact with materials from Accsys, Bluwin, Madaster, Agreka Build, Smart Systems and Equitone.

Visit the lounge as you enter Futurebuild

Gro Cafe

Gro Cafe

The GRO Cafe at Futurebuild 2026 is the go-to destination for cutting-edge green roofing and urban greening solutions. Explore innovations from HC Wraxall, Buzon, Zinco, Ravago, SIKA and LWRA.

Visit the cafe, located next to the Futurebuild Arena Conference