London Build is now just two months away, with the UK’s leading and largest construction and design show set to bring the built environment community together at Excel London on 25-26 November.
The two-day event will welcome 25,000+ registered attendees, 450+ exhibitors and 900+ speakers, alongside 17 CPD-accredited stages, 220+ hours of CPD content and networking events covering the key issues shaping the future of the built environment.
900+ speakers across 17 stages
The 2026 conference programme brings together senior leaders, industry experts and innovators from across construction, architecture, engineering, sustainability and digital technology.
Sessions will explore some of the industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities, from decarbonisation and building safety to modern methods of construction, digital transformation, interior and fit-out, skills and careers, housing and the future of architecture.
Here are just some of the industry experts who will take to the stage:
- Councillor Robert Whitton – Cabinet Lead for Regeneration at London Borough of Havering
- Cressida Curtis – Group Sustainability Director at Wates
- John Wilkinson – Chief Operating Officer at BAM UK & Ireland
- Caroline Richardson – Divisional Head of Social Value at Vistry Group
- Chris Linfoot – Director at Willmott Dixon Interiors
- Anthony Tuffour – Director and Global Lead GIS and Digital Twins at Buro Happold
- Ana Stanojevic – Principal and Workplace Practice Group Manager at Arcadis
- Kiru Balson – Partner and Principal Sustainability Consultant at Max Fordham
- Alex Plenty – Head of Digital Construction at Skanska
Across the programme, visitors can explore sessions including:
- No One Left Behind: Inclusive Approaches to Sustainable Construction and Building More with Less: Driving Circular Construction in the UK – Sustainability Arena
- Advancing Fire Safety Through Collaboration and Innovation – Fire Safety Arena
- MMC: The Key to Accelerating the UK’s Social Housing Delivery? – MMC Stage
- Digital Twins in Action: Transforming UK Construction – AI & Digital Construction Arena
- Shaping Britain’s Future Through Architecture – Architecture Stage
- Recruiting, Retaining and Recognising Women in Construction – Skills & Marketing Stage
The programme will also extend across elementalLONDON, co-located with London Build, with dedicated content across the Climate Solutions Stage, CIBSE Build2Perform Live and NHIC Knowledge Hub, covering net zero, energy efficiency, building performance, HVAC and retrofit.
Explore the full agenda here.
Connecting the industry
Beyond the conference programme, London Build will provide numerous opportunities for visitors to meet, collaborate and build new connections, with a packed programme of networking sessions, events and informal opportunities to connect taking place across the two days.
The Networking Hub will bring together professionals around key industry themes including architecture, mental health, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, with events hosted by organisations including Building Equality, SheCanEngineer, DIIC, Architecture Social, NAWIC, Women in BIM and CIOB.
London Build will also host the UK’s largest Women in Construction and Diversity in Construction networking events, bringing together professionals from across the industry to connect, share experiences and celebrate the people helping to shape a more inclusive future for construction.
Discover the latest innovations
The show floor will bring together 450+ exhibitors showcasing products, technologies and services spanning construction, design, digitalisation, sustainability and building performance.
Visitors will be able to discover solutions from leading companies across the industry, alongside emerging technologies and new approaches to construction. 2026 Exhibitors include: Quelfire, ROCKWOOL, One Trace, A. Proctor Group, Rinnai, Simpro, RYNO, DUCO, Armatherm, Strongdor, ASFP, Howdens Joinery, Siemens and TÜV SÜD.
From innovative building products and engineering solutions to digital technologies and building performance, the exhibition will provide a snapshot of the ideas and innovations shaping the future of the built environment.
More to discover at London Build
Alongside the conference programme and networking opportunities, London Build will offer a range of features designed to help visitors discover new ideas, make connections and explore the latest developments across the industry.
The Architects Hub will showcase innovative projects, practices and ideas shaping the future of the built environment, alongside the RIBA Bookshop, where visitors can browse a curated selection of books exploring the latest thinking in architecture, sustainability and innovation, and connect with the RIBA membership team. The Start-Up Zone will spotlight early-stage businesses and disruptive technologies reshaping the construction landscape, giving visitors a first look at what’s next in construction tech. Visitors can make use of the Co-working Lounge throughout the event, relax and connect in the Bar Area, or head to the Tech Clinic, hosted by Women in BIM, to put their questions directly to digital construction experts and get practical insights into technology and innovation.
Alongside London Build, elementalLONDON will bring an additional focus on sustainability, net zero, HVAC, energy efficiency and building performance, giving visitors access to two complementary shows with one ticket.
With just two months to go, London Build 2026 is set to bring together the people, ideas, technologies and conversations driving change across the built environment.
London Build 2026 takes place on 25-26 November at Excel London. Registration is free.
Find out more: www.londonbuilexpo.com.
Register to attend here.
