Community focused developments; build homes that meet our future needs
Speakers at the housebuilding and management forum 2024
Richard Le Sueur
Director | The International WELL Building Institute
'Introducing the WELL for Residential Certification'
An overview on how IWBI through the WELL for Residential program is driving health and wellbeing to be at the centre of design within residential market.
The WELL for residential program is an evidence-based, third-party verified framework for architects, builders, developers and operators to create healthier, more resilient homes.
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Overview of IWBI & WELL Building Standard
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Introducing the WELL for Residential pilot program
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Overview of Works with WELL – how suppliers can get involved
James Garner BSc (Hons), FRICS, RITTECH, AMBCS
Digital Operations Director | Gleeds
'AI and Your Views Regarding How AI can Vastly Impact the Delivery of our Housing Stock and Help to Keep Abreast of the Housing Shortages'
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the housing sector presents a transformative opportunity to address the critical challenge of housing shortages. By leveraging AI, we can streamline project delivery, enhance decision-making processes, and optimise resource allocation. AI technologies such as predictive analytics and machine learning can forecast housing demands, identify optimal construction sites, and improve supply chain efficiencies. This not only accelerates the pace of housing development but also ensures that projects are aligned with future needs. Embracing AI in our approach to housing stock delivery can significantly mitigate shortages, offering a smarter, more efficient pathway to meet the growing demand.
Debbie Flevotomou
CEO - Debbie Flevotomou Architects
'Biodiversity Net Gain in Housing Developments in England'
This lecture examines the critical relationship between Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), biophilic design, bee conservation, and the need for sustainable, zero-carbon homes in England. Addressing climate change and biodiversity loss necessitates innovative approaches to housing design. The housing sector must embrace BNG and biophilic design to address climate change and biodiversity loss effectively. This integrated approach not only fulfills legal and ethical obligations but also enhances quality of life and promotes sustainability.
Tassos Kougionis
Director – ESG | McBains
'Exploration of Strategies for Integrating Sustainability Principles into the Entire Lifecycle of Housing Projects, From Planning and Design to Construction and Operation'
This presentation will discuss how sustainability principles can be integrated into housing projects across the UK including the significance of placemaking and community development right from the planning stages. It will cover how sustainability is perceived and the wide array of areas it can cover, including concepts like circularity and locality. Discussions will also touch upon the role of technology in promoting sustainable living, addressing issues such as fuel poverty and energy performance. Emerging standards will be highlighted alongside a consideration of costs.
Elliot Denby
Director | Bernard Taylor Partnership Limited
'The Building Safety Act – the future of compliance in Housing'