The Seminar Programme
Pick up some great tips and useful information for your self-build, renovation and home improvement projects at the Northern Homebuilding & Renovating Show
The Seminar Programme covers all aspects of self-build and renovation, presented in 6 daily sessions. Simply choose the sessions that are most relevant to you and your project and attend for free. Seats cannot be reserved and are based on a first come first served basis. These seminars are always very popular, so make sure you arrive early to avoid disappointment!
The 2010 programme will be published in the middle of 2010. However, please find the 2009 timetable to gain an idea of the topics covered in these sessions.
10.30 - 11.15
Beginner’s Guide: where to start if you’re thinking of self-building
Why an individually designed home really can cost less. An introduction to the world of self-build, from finding land and arranging finance, to choosing a designer, builder and project manager.
SPEAKERS:
David Snell, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Sally Tagg, H&R Magazine planning expert*
11.30 - 12.15
Home Improvement: how to extend and improve your home cost-effectively
Whether you live in a period property or a modern house, learn how to assess your home’s potential to make the most of design opportunities to add space and value. Plus a guide to the new planning rules - how to make the most of your permitted development rights.
SPEAKERS:
Michael Holmes, Editor in Chief H&R
Sally Tagg, H&R Magazine planning expert*
12.30 - 1.15
Energy Efficiency: Sustainable Home Design, Heating and Ventilation
If you want to future proof your home against rising fuel costs and do your bit to help prevent global warming you need to plan ahead, from using sustainable design and construction methods, to choosing the most cost-effective heating and ventilation system.
SPEAKERS:
Tim Pullen H&R Magazine Eco Expert
1.30 - 2.15
Zero-Energy Homes: can you really heat your home for free?
If you want to build a zero-energy house or just improve the energy-efficiency of your home or renovation project, this session explains the facts from wind turbines and solar power, to bio-mass boilers.
SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Tim Pullen, H&R Magazine Eco Expert
2.30 - 3.15
Self-build Secrets: the twenty most important things to know before building
Self-build Secrets: the twenty most important things to know before buildingThe experts share their views on everything from choosing the right designer and builder, to budgeting, maximising tax savings, and getting planning permission, to the merits of features such as underfloor heating and smart home technology.
SPEAKERS:
Michael Holmes, H&R Editor-in-Chief
3.30 - 4.15
Project Management: how to find and manage reliable builders and control costs
How to find reliable builders and subcontractors for your homebuilding or renovating project. The pros and cons of using a main contractor, versus running the project yourself as a DIY contractor. Plus, how to estimate build costs and assess the financial feasibility of your project.
SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
David Snell, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
*Sally Tagg will only be in attendence on Friday 6 November 2009.
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