The programme will feature engaging presentations from specialists in timber frame residential systems, Passivhaus, and NHBC Accepts, providing valuable perspectives on best practices and quality assurance in modern building methods.

A panel discussion, “Modern Methods of Construction: Unlocking the Potential of PAS 8700,” will offer deeper insights into the implications, opportunities, and challenges of the PAS 8700 specification. Housing sector leaders will share their expertise, followed by an interactive audience Q&A session.

With networking opportunities and expert-led discussions, this event is designed for housing and construction professionals keen to embrace the latest standards and innovations in MMC.

Programme

09.30 - 10.00 | Arrivals and networking – Refreshments provided

10.00 - 10.05 | Welcome and introduction – Shelagh Grant, Chief Executive, The Housing Forum

10.05 - 10.25 | Timber Frame Residential Construction – Accelerating

Concept to Production – Sam Bromley, Design Director, Elsi, and David Scharf, EU Qualified Architect, De Matos Ryan

10.25 - 10.40 | Enhancing Quality through Passivhaus and MMC – Evette Prout, Business Development Manager and Certified Passivhaus Consultant, Kind & Company

10.40 - 11.00 | MMC the NHBC journey – Richard Smith, Head of Standards Innovation and Research, NHBC

11.00 - 11.10 | Balancing Standardisation and Flexibility - a pattern book approach – Nigel Ostime, Consultant, Hawkins\Brown

11.10 - 11.30 | Networking break – Refreshments provided

11.30 - 12.10 | Panel discussion: A new standard for Modern Methods of Construction: Unlocking the Potential of PAS 8700 – Chaired by Katie Saunders, Partner, Trowers & Hamlins and Deputy Chair of The Housing Forum. Panellists: Nigel Ostime, Consultant, Hawkins\Brown, Richard Smith, Head of Standards Innovation and Research, Sam Bromley, Design Director, Elsi, David Sharf, EU Qualified Architect, De Matos Ryan

12.10 - 12.25 | Panellist and audience Q&A

12.25 - 12.30 | Closing remarks and close of event

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Unlocking the potential of Modern Methods of Construction