Seminar Programme 2008 - Newbury

The Seminar Programme covers all aspects of self-build and renovation, presented in 6 daily sessions. Simply choose the sessions that are most relevant to you and your project and attend for free. Seats cannot be reserved and are based on a first come first served basis. These seminars are always very popular, so make sure you arrive early to avoid disappointment!

10.30 - 11.15
A Beginner's Guide to Self - Build: Landfinding, planning permission and finance
How you can save 30% on the cost of a new individually designed home. An introduction to self-build, including how to find your perfect building plot, raise the money, gain planning permission, and where to go from here to make your dream a reality.

SPEAKERS:
David Snell, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Sally Tagg, H&R Magazine planning expert

11.30 - 12.15
Renovation Do's and Don'ts: The key to successful repair, extension and conversion
How to extend or remodel your home successfully whether you live in a period property or a modern house. How to assess a property's potential, make the most of design opportunities, and how to avoid the common pitfalls.

SPEAKERS:
Michael Holmes, Editor in Chief H&R

12.30 - 13.15
Timber Frame or Brick and Block?: Choosing the right construction system
One of the most important decisions for self-builders is whether to build with traditional brick and block, timber frame construction, or one of the alternative methods. This seminar helps you to decide which route is best for you, covering factors such as design flexibility, energy efficiency, build speed and costs, acoustic performance, longevity and resale value.

SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Joe Martoccia, Potton (The UK Timber Frame Assoc)
Jonathan Barnett, Logix (The ICF Assoc)
Tim Crump, Oakwrights.

13.30 - 14.15
A Beginner's Guide to Sustainable Construction: How to build an ecological home
Discover how to make your new home more ecological and energy-efficient with our experts' guide to sustainable design and construction principles and the latest on renewable energy.

SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Tim Pullen, H&R Magazine Eco Expert

14.30 - 15.15
Self-build Secrets: The 20 most important things to know before building your own home
The experts share their views on everything from choosing the right designer and builder, to budgeting, maximising tax savings, and getting planning permission, to the merits of features such as underfloor heating, smart home technology and whole house ventilation. If you want to get your dream home on time and on budget, don't miss this session.

SPEAKERS:
Mark Brinkley, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
David Snell, Author and H&R Contributing Editor

15.30 - 16.15
Building & Renovating for Profit: How to build your way up the property ladder
How to use the financial benefits of a self - build or renovation project to build your way up the property ladder to your dream home, including how to spot development potential, add maximum value, and optimise your profits. Whether you want to build to a budget, or develop a new career in property, this session is for you.

SPEAKERS:
David Snell, Author and H&R Contributing Editor
Michael Holmes, Editor in Chief H&R