Artist/Event Name: Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show
Venue: SECC
Time: 10:00
Date: 15/05/2009
Town/City: Glasgow
Country: Scotland
Postcode: G38YW
Official Ticket Price: Adults are £8 and Under 16's go free. These tickets are valid for any day of the show.
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The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show is the ideal place to get in touch with Scotland’s self-build experts, and the best way to source all the products, services and advice you need whether you’re building your own home, renovating or carrying out home improvements.
There are over 140 exhibitors showing the latest products, innovations and services – of which 20% are new to the show. Do all your fact finding in the one day. With hundreds of different designs on show, you’ll find plenty of ideas to give your home the individuality and flair that reflects your personal taste.
* Keeping on time and on budget – It can be done. Our free Seminars and Masterclasses show in detail how to keep a tight rein on costs and schedules.
* Getting planning permission – At our Seminars you’ll learn the right way to deal with the various authorities and avoid the pitfalls that can delay your project.
* Something for building professionals too – There is a range of innovative solutions to help builders and small developers improve profitability, whilst managing projects efficiently.
Seminars:
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. Plus, a guide to getting planning permission.
SPEAKERS:
David Snell, Author and Homebuilding & Renovating Contributing Editor
Philip McCulloch, ASBA Architect
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 how to avoid common pitfalls and control costs.
SPEAKERS:
Michael Holmes, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine Editor-in-Chief
Adrain Neville, ASBA Architect
12.30-1.15
Building Systems: choosing between timber frame or masonry construction
One of the most important decisions for self-builders is whether to build with traditional brick and block, timber frame construction, or one of the alternative methods. This seminar helps you to decide which route is best for you, covering factors such as design flexibility, energy efficiency, build speed and costs, acoustic performance, durability and resale value.
SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Homebuilding & Renovating Contributing Editor,
Mike Cruickshank, Scotframe
Mike Leonard, Masonry First
Robin Miller, The ICF Association
Roddy Gillies; Custom Homes (SIPs)
1.30-2.15
Self-build Secrets: the twenty most important things to know before building
The 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, Homebuilding & Renovating magazine Editor-in-Chief
David Snell, Homebulding & Renovating magazine Contributing Editor
2.30-3.15
Energy-Efficiency: heat your home for nothing – dream or reality?
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. Plus: a look at ecological ventilation solutions for a clean and healthy environment.
SPEAKERS: Mark Brinkley, Homebulding & Renovating magazine Contributing Editor and Author
Jason Orme, Editor, Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine
3.30-4.15
Managing Your Building Project: how to finish on time and on budget
How to find and manage 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: David Snell, Author and Homebulding & Renovating magazine Contributing Editor
Mark Brinkley, Author and Homebulding & Renovating magazine Contributing Editor
There is also an advanced programme of masterclasses for more specific building issues.
Don’t forget … Bring copies of your house plans or details of your renovation or plot to the show to make the most out of your visit.
This post was submitted by Linda Haywood.
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