GRAND DESIGNS LIVE SHOW PREVIEW
The show for grand plans
Grand Designs Live returns to London’s ExCeL from 4 –12 May, offering visitors a range of expert advice, product launches and specialist exhibitors
room, installing a new kitchen or simply looking for ideas, Grand Designs Live remains the ‘must-visit’ event for anyone wanting to learn about the world of interiors, design and self-build. This year, National Custom and Self Build Week will link with Grand Designs Live and will see a variety of talks headed up by Kevin McCloud, along with one to one expert advice focusing on self-build taking place throughout
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the show on weekdays, including topics themed around ‘Busting the myths of Self-Build’.
Both the National Custom & Self-Build Association (NaCSBA) and Grand Designs Live feel strongly that supporting this initiative in a cohesive way is important to help encourage the increase in UK self-building, as it currently falls well behind other European countries. The self-build sector accounts for seven to 10 per cent of completions in the UK, while in Austria
it accounts for around 80 per cent.
hether you are starting out on your first renovation, building a new home, redecorating a
Evidence suggests that 53 per cent of people in the UK would consider building their own home, given the opportunity.
National Custom and Self-Build Week will include a series of events to assist aspiring self-builders with a simplified step-by-step process, and advice on the best route to achieve their dream home. Visitors will have access to a variety of services and specialist advice on aspects of self-building from sourcing the right architect for their project, to Passivhaus designs, and sympathetic renovation, all under one roof.
The show is split into six project zones: Build, Gardens, Interiors, Kitchens & Bathrooms, Technology, and Design Arcade where you can find all you need to know about grand designs. There’s also the Grand Theatre, as well as lots more to keep you busy throughout your visit.
The Build zone promises amazing products to help your project run without a hitch. With a huge selection of self- build suppliers all under one roof, you'll find the latest developments in
sustainability and eco-technology, as well as free expert advice. There will also be an area at the show for National Custom and Self Build Week.
The Gardens section of the show offers contemporary garden products, from hot tubs and swim spas to barbecues and outdoor furniture, to turn your garden into the best it can be. There is also a champagne bar located right in the heart of the Garden area.
The Interiors zone of the show is where you can find beautiful products from individual designers and hundreds of items that are not available on the high street. There are also some room sets where you can get inspiration for your own rooms. This year Grand Designs Live will be launching the ‘Under the Stairs’ project, which will
see six interior designers showcase bespoke installations using a commonly neglected area in the home – the space under the stairs – giving visitors the opportunity to browse and pick up inspirations for their own mini-grand designs.
The Kitchens & Bathrooms section is where you can find cutting-edge appliances, well-known brands, expert advice and some of the sleekest designs for your home. There are also kitchens and bathrooms set up for you to collect some ideas for you own home. The Technology zone brings together the top names in the industry to help you keep up to date with the latest trends and developments. There are hundreds of products on show, from the latest home entertainment systems to smart technology, conceptual lighting and much more.
The Design Arcade offers new and established pieces made by British craftsmen, often at exclusive discounted prices. There you’ll find artwork, quirky decorative pieces, and bespoke designer furniture.
Also returning to Grand Designs Live is one of the most popular features from
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