London Build 2026: What to expect
Co-located with elementalLONDON, the event will welcome 25,000+ registered attendees, 450+ exhibitors and 600+ speakers.
With 15 stages, 150+ hours of CPD content and dedicated show-floor features, there will be plenty to explore across both events.
Hear from leading industry experts
London Build’s conference programme will cover the issues, ideas and innovations shaping construction, architecture and the wider built environment, with sessions led by senior industry figures, technical specialists and leading practitioners.
The programme spans the Architecture Stage, Sustainability Arena, Fire Safety Arena, AI & Digital Construction Arena, Modern Methods of Construction Stage, UK Housing Stage, Health & Safety Stage, Interior & Fit Out Stage, Civils & Infrastructure Stage, Skills & Marketing Stage, Innovation Hub and Careers in Construction Hub, alongside dedicated content from elementalLONDON, including its Climate Solutions Stage and CIBSE Influence Theatre.
Visitors can explore topics ranging from architectural design and housing delivery to building safety, digital transformation, skills and the transition to net zero. Highlights include Shaping Britain’s Future Through Architecture, Top Tech Trends Shaping UK Construction in 2027, Government & Industry Collaboration: Accelerating the UK’s Housing Delivery and Building More with Less: Driving Circular Construction in the UK.
Other sessions will examine the role of AI in architecture, the future of modern methods of construction, fire safety compliance, inclusive workplaces and the technologies supporting more sustainable buildings.
Speakers include Peter Murray OBE, Co-Founder of New London Architecture and Founder of the London Festival of Architecture; Janne Aas-Jakobsen, Head of AI for Engineering at AECOM; Alex Richards, UK&I IT & Digital Director at BAM UK & Ireland; and Rebecca Young, Head of Skills and Inclusion (Supply Chain) at HS2.
Take a look at the full conference agenda, stages and speaker line-up: www.londonbuildexpo.com/conference-agenda
Explore the show floor
Beyond the conference stages, visitors can discover features designed to showcase new ideas, support professional development and encourage collaboration.
The Architects Hub will bring together leading practices and organisations, including RIBA, Zaha Hadid Architects, HOK, HS2 and Pascall + Watson, to showcase projects and approaches to architecture. Nearby, the RIBA Bookshop at Stand H115 will offer a curated selection of publications covering architecture, design, sustainability and innovation.
The Careers in Construction Hub will explore apprenticeships, career development, diversity and inclusion, and AI in recruitment. Meanwhile, the Innovation Hub will highlight developments in digital construction, AI, fire safety and smart buildings.
Visitors interested in digital skills can also book one-to-one appointments at the Women in BIM Tech Clinic, delivered in partnership with Graitec, for advice on AI, digital workflows, information management and professional development. The Start-Up Zone will showcase emerging businesses and innovative solutions for the construction industry.
Discover products and solutions from 450+ exhibitors
With more than 450 exhibitors, London Build offers opportunities to explore products, compare solutions and meet companies working across the built environment.
Exhibitors include Autodesk, Etex, Ryno, Quelfire, Carrier, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, ROCKWOOL, Ramboll, Matterport, One Click LCA and PlanRadar, alongside specialists in fire protection, building materials, ventilation and building efficiency.
Co-located elementalLONDON will bring additional focus to HVAC, net zero, retrofit and energy-efficient buildings, making it easier for visitors to explore complementary solutions under one roof.
Explore all exhibitors: www.londonbuildexpo.com/meet-our-exhibitors
Make new connections
Networking remains a central part of the event, with 20+ networking events bringing together professionals from across construction, architecture, sustainability and the wider built environment.
The Networking Hub will host sessions with leading industry organisations, including the London Chamber of Commerce, Architecture Social, Building Equality, Mates in Mind, CIOB, NAWIC and UKGBC. Visitors will be able to take part in dedicated events, including the UK’s largest Women in Construction networking event and the Annual Diversity in Construction Networking Event.
Visitors can also catch up with colleagues and clients in the Co-working Lounge or enjoy a break at the London Build Bar, powered by Clivet.
Continue the evening at the London Construction Awards
Taking place on the evening of Wednesday 25 November at Excel London, the London Construction Awards 2026 will celebrate the people, projects, products and organisations making an impact across the industry.
The awards offer another opportunity to recognise achievements and bring the built environment community together beyond the show floor.
Find out more and book tickets: www.londonconstructionawards.com
