Plan, design & build your dream home with a visit to the next Build It Live

Whether you’re planning a self-build, renovating a property or extending to add space and value to an existing home, here are 10 reasons you can’t afford to miss the upcoming Build It Live show at Bicester, on 9th & 10th June

1 Get one-to-one advice

Securing expert advice can cost £100s, but at

Build It Live you can book a free session with one of the magazine’s industry-recognised self-build and renovation specialists to help make a success of your project.

2 See inside a build

The Naked House gives you a fascinating insight into how your new home will come together. This is your chance to experience what a project looks like at first fix stage – including how ICF blockwork, roof trusses, floor joists and underfloor heating are installed.

3 NEW Land zone

All you need to know about finding land, with access to Plotsearch, the UK’S premier live online database – plus a gallery of available plots and current custom build projects.

4 Learn from the experts

Build It’s team of specialists will deliver an extensive programme of free-to-attend seminars, covering all the essential elements of your project – from getting the design right through to running a construction site. You’ll also get access to focused 20-minute workshops on the choices you’ll face, such as specifying bifold and sliding doors, as well as free Self Build Academy taster sessions.

5 Meet real self-builders & renovators

Pick up inspiration and gain the confidence to move ahead with live, in-depth advice from Build It readers who’ve successfully realised their own individual homes.

6 Shortlist products & materials

See and touch 1,000s of cutting-edge and traditional products, and meet 100s of suppliers who can help you find practical solutions for your project.

7 Visit the Graven Hill Zone

Build It Live Bicester takes place in association with Graven Hill – the UK’S first large-scale self-build project, with over 1,000 plots available. Head to the Graven Hill Zone to find out more and reserve your plot, plus attend live talks and Q&AS with the experts behind the scheme.

8 Find a good builder

The Federation of Master Builders is on hand to guide you through finding the right contractors for your project – and working with them effectively.

9 Gain no-nonsense eco tips

Get past the green jargon and learn what you really need to know about creating a sustainable home from Nigel Griffiths, Build It expert and author of the Haynes Eco House Manual. Plus, see live demonstrations of eco building in action with masterclasses at the Centre for Alternative Technology Demo Zone.

10 See 3D home design in action

Visit the Build It 3D Home Designer stand for a free 20-minute demonstration of how you can visualise your home building project ideas in full 3D.