For attendees in need of fresh ideas or solutions, the Ask the Experts area inside the Advice Centre will be the place for them to ask questions and explore the most efficient solutions to meet their challenges. Ten resident property experts will also be available for 15-minute consultations via interactive sessions. People will be encouraged to bring their plans along and discuss them with the specialists. For practical recommendations, the Advice
Centre will be introducing an Ask a Builder zone, where members of the Federation of Master Builders will be offering visitors tips on finding vetted and approved construction workers to commission for a project. In addition, over 13 experienced architects
from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will be at the Ask the Architects area to help visitors achieve their aspirations and vision, add value to their project, guide them through the design and the bespoke construction process. Visitors with questions or issues on obtaining planning permission will be able to meet with Sally Tagg and her team of experts at the Planning Clinic. Sally is a planning expert with years of experience helping owners find out where their application may be going wrong, how to avoid common mistakes and what steps to take when an application has been rejected. In-toto kitchens, a UK supplier of kitchen
furniture and appliances, will also be offering in-house design services and installation to
those looking to discover the latest products available on the market, stylish designs and space saving solutions. Potton's self-build experts, renowned for
building sustainable timber homes, will also be on hand to help visitors create and design their dream home at the Potton Design Lounge. The company will deliver one-to-one sessions for those looking to discover how to use their building resources efficiently to meet their plan and budget requirements. In addition, the Oakwrights Design
Consultation Service will provide access to free 20-minute consultations with designers and craftsmen from its Architectural Design Team, who will blend together traditional skills with modern technology to offer homeowners a tailored oak framing and encapsulation service. The show will also provide visitors with
access to a mobile app which will personalise their experience, helping them to plan and guide their day through exclusive content. With multiple features throughout the exhibition, it will
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ensure that consumers make the most of their visit and won’t miss out on key aspects. The app will also notify users of exclusive offers during the exhibition and provide them with an interactive timetable for the relevant seminar and masterclass sessions. Guided trails have also been provided to ensure that guest have easy access to the self-building, eco elements, renovations and kitchen appliance sections at the event.
Standard tickets are £12 in advance or £18 on the door (children under 16 free). For more details, visit
www.homebuildingshow.co.uk/london or call the ticket hotline on 08712310824
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