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London Build will return to Olympia London’s Grand Hall from 16–17 November with “more content, networking and entertainment than ever before”

This year London Build will welcome over 35,000 visitors, 350 exhibitors and 500 speakers from contractors, developers, architects, specifiers, housebuilders, housing associations, civil engineers, government, suppliers and construction professionals.

Visitors will be able to learn the “latest insights and updates on major upcoming construction projects and opportunities from across the UK,” say the organisers, with eight conference stages exploring the future of construction, architecture, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, as well as fire safety, BIM and digital construction, and skills. Visitors have the opportunity to build their training and education with over 200 hours of CPD-accredited sessions.

Locations for learning

The ‘Architecture Stage’ will host speakers from the leading architectural firms, including Foster + Partners, BDP, Zaha Hadid Architects and more. Held in partnership with Architecture Social, panelists will discuss topics ranging from inclusive design to the role of architecture in overcoming the housing crisis.

London Build will also be launching its Skills Hub, where visitors can learn about the latest insights and tools the industry has to offer. There will be numerous workshops held over the two days, including creating the ‘ultimate marketing plan,’ developing inclusive employment strategies, BRE and BIM, the world of TikTok marketing and more.

London Build 2022 will also see the return of the ‘Architect’s Hub,’ where visitors will have the chance to see projects from top practices including Scott Brownrigg, SOM, and PLP Architecture. They will come face to face with a wide range of 3D models and designs of the most exciting projects in London and across the UK. The Architect’s Hub will also host the inaugural Architecture Social awards, hosted by founder Stephen Drew.

The popular ‘Meet the Buyer’ area will showcase the latest opportunities and tenders from procurement teams at Skanska, Costain, Balfour Beatty, SMP Alliance, BAM UK, and more. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to increase your profile to potential new clients.

Festival of construction

London Build is home to the UK’s biggest ‘Festival of Construction’ and this year it is bigger than ever! There are DJs, musicians, live performances, prize giveaways, and celebrity guests including England football legend Kevin Keegan. There’s also the ‘London Build Food and Drink trail,’ where visitors can taste and try artisan food and drink products from around the UK.

Make sure to check out the Built Environment Networking Hub where you can take to the stage at the BIM open mic, learn how the LCEC is driving change over complimentary breakfast and connect with sustainability professionals from across the UK, all under one roof. Your ticket gives you access to all of the networking parties taking place over the two days, co-hosted with Urbano Build, London Constructing Excellence Club, Forum for the Built Environment, The CIOB, Building People, Let’s Build, Building Equality, to name just some of the co-hosts.

Driving change

The Built Environment Networking Hub is also home to the UK’s largest annual networking events for Women in Construction and Diversity in Construction, where visitors can learn from an inspiring panel of industry leaders as they celebrate the successes and discuss the challenges facing design, engineering and construction professionals. As well as networking, visitors can be inspired by the diverse stories that make up one of the most exciting industries.

The organisers say: “London Build works with an incredible team of gender and diversity in construction ambassadors, who are furthering equality in the built environment.” This year’s ambassador programme also includes the launch of the London Build Mental Health Ambassadors.

Working in partnership with Construction Sport and mental health charity Mates in Mind, the London Build mental health ambassadors are working to get the sector talking, to help challenge the perceptions around mental health. Join the ‘Mental Health in Construction’ networking event on 17 November, where you can network with the London Build Ambassadors and help challenge the
stigma surrounding mental health in the UK’s built environment.