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Thursday, 22 October 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Heritage Retrofit: The Future of Our Iconic Buildings - Virtual Conference
What is this conference about?
Heritage buildings form a significant part of the UK’s built environment — and their retrofit is essential to achieving sustainability goals.
This online conference is designed to upskill professionals across the construction and retrofit supply chains, bringing together expert insight and real-world experience from those working on some of London’s most iconic buildings and traditional stately homes.
You’ll gain a practical understanding of what heritage retrofit really looks like on the ground, the challenges involved, and how your business can position itself to deliver in this growing market.
This session is part of the retrofit programme; the programme is delivered by the School and sponsored by NatWest Group – You can learn more about this here
What You’ll Learn:
- How heritage retrofit differs from standard retrofit projects
- Key considerations when working with listed buildings and protected assets
- Lessons learned from real-life retrofit projects across London and historic estates
- Balancing conservation requirements with energy performance goals
- Materials, methods, and technologies suited to older buildings
- What this evolving sector means for businesses
- How these works relate to building regulations
- Emerging opportunities, skills gaps, and future demand
Case Studies You’ll Explore
Hear directly from practitioners working on projects involving:
- Iconic London buildings navigating retrofit within strict planning controls
- Stately homes and heritage estates adapting to modern energy demands
- Complex projects where traditional craftsmanship meets modern innovation
These case studies will highlight real challenges, real solutions, and honest insights you can apply in your own work.
Who will I hear from?
- Phillipa Bagshaw - Head of Landed Estates, Coutts Wealth
- Nadya Lokhmotova - Senior Passivhaus Designer, Max Fordham
- Steve Molloy- Sustainability Manager, Daikin
Who is this conference suited for?
This session is ideal for:
- Contractors and subcontractors
- Retrofit professionals and coordinators
- Architects, designers, and surveyors
- Developers and asset owners
- Manufacturers and suppliers
- Anyone looking to understand the future of heritage retrofit in the UK
What are the technical requirements?
You will need:
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An internet connection
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A computer with a microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook)
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Earphones/headphones/speakers (preferable)
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A tablet/iPad/smartphone/iPhone to load facilitation tools
If you’re planning to book this session, please note that AI note-takers won’t be permitted. If you need note-taking support for accessibility reasons, we’re more than happy to help – just let us know. We’re committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. If you have any disabilities or specific requirements, feel free to reach out to us in advance at info@supplychainschool.co.uk.
Can I invite a colleague?
Yes, you can invite as many colleagues as you’d like. Simply follow the instructions when you click through to register under ‘Add or cancel additional attendees’.
If you have any questions about this session, please contact nazia@supplychainschool.co.uk
Disclaimer: Any content you view or services you access are provided by the Supply Chain Sustainability School, and NatWest is not responsible for or liable for any content, including, but not limited to any advertising, products, materials, services or advice.
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Thursday, 22 October 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM