Masterclasses
Presented by exhibitors, our Masterclasses are an opportunity to learn from the experts
MASTERCLASSES
Masterclasses take place on both days of the Show
Each Masterclass is between 30 and 50 minutes long. Below are details and times of the Masterclasses at the 2019 Show. Masterclasses are subject to change.
Saturday 7 September
10:30 – 11:10 The Design Process Explained
Paul Newman of Potton will take you through the process of developing a design, beginning with establishing your budget and understanding the constraints and opportunities inherent in your plot. He will help you think about how you might want to live in your new home and guide you through the process of creating a design brief and working with a designer all the way through to a planning submission. He will explain the design work needed to make a Building Regulations submission and happens behind the scenes to get ready to manufacture and construction of your dream home!
11:15 – 11:55 Oak Frame Design: the options and their cost implications
Lui Rocca of Welsh Oak Frame
Lui will take visitors through the different oak frame styles, how design choices can affect costs and tips on how savings can be made.
12:00 – 12:40 Lighting Design
David Amos of Amos Lighting will demonstrate tried and tested ways to maximise the use of lighting in your project.
12:45 – 13:25 Steps to Planning a Successful Building Project
Caroline Shortt, Director of BARC Architects has been the guiding force behind many successful self-build projects over the last 12 years. She will take you through the key steps for planning a smooth building project that delivers your aspirations and enhances your living experience, whilst keeping a keen eye on the budget.
13:30 – 14:05 Energy Systems: is it possible to be energy self sufficient?
Gabriel Wondrausch of Sungift Solar will look at wether it is possible to be totally self sufficient. Are batteries and time-of-use tariffs the answer? What happens when you combine energy generation and add more energy-consuming items such as an electric car or heatpumps in to the system?
14:10 – 14:50 Using Modern Methods of Construction for Low Energy Homes Using the Principals of Passivhaus Design
Sue Dewhirst of Evolved Design Ltd looks at a range of modern methods of construction for low energy homes such as SIP’s, timber frame, CLT, ICF and thin joint masonry. How thermal bridging and using the principles of passivhaus design ensure the success of using renewable heating systems.
14:55 – 15:35 Underfloor Heating - the truth behind the myths
Holly Woodcock of Nu-Heat Underfloor Heating & Renewables reveals the truth behind the myths and explains how you can feel the difference with underfloor heating designed to fit your home and lifestyle perfectly.
Sunday 8 September
10:30 – 11:10 An Introduction to Passivhaus
Lee Broomhall of MBC Timber Frame
This introduction to Passivhaus explains why this building standard is rapidly growing in popularity. Lee will also talk about the MBC Timber Frame foundation system, which has been developed to achieve Passive standards.
11:15 – 11:55 An Introduction to Heat Recovery Ventilation
Tim Bartlett of CVC Direct
All you ever wanted to know about Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation (MVHR) but didn’t like to ask!
12:00 – 12:40 Designing & Budgeting
Sean Adams of Potton will explain the process of designing your self-build home. He will detail how he designs a home based on budget, planning considerations and with the client brief. He will also explain the pitfalls of wrong design and budgeting.
12:45 – 13:25 Real Self Builder
Real self builder, Nick Welch is a qualified building services engineer and teacher but when he was made redundant, he decided to pour his energies into his self build, managing the project and working alongside the team of builders. Working with an architect to a sensitive and eco-friendly design, Nick took a hands-on approach to restoring and rebuilding the structure of a former open-fronted stone stable in the Devon countryside.
13:30 – 14:05 Smart Technology in the Home - some considerations
Karen Chugg of Intelligent Abodes
As expert designers and installers of home control solutions, Intelligent Abodes offer advice on lighting design & control to complement the appearance of your home, whilst improving energy consumption; automated blinds & curtains to enhance and protect your home; and smart, integrated security for added peace of mind. Learn more about home control solutions and discreet multi-room audio-visual systems and how to integrate the latest technology, including voice control. Intelligent Abodes help you plan your cabling infrastructure for your smart home, to support your requirements now and for emerging technologies.