Post updated: July 24th, 2025
Discover the all-new Grand Designs Live located at Birmingham’s NEC from 3-5 October. The UK’s grand home and garden event has undergone a complete transformation and we have a limited number of free tickets to give away. Simply head to the Grand Designs website and enter code HOA at the checkout to bag your tickets early.
Uncertain about the next steps in your project or don’t know where to begin? You can find more expert advice than ever before, discover exciting products, and spark inspiration at this year’s show.
Grand Designs Live brings together a variety of industry experts including designers, architects, and builders. You can attend live talks, and book expert consultations to get advice on your home project across five dedicated show hubs, consisting of four theatres and four advice centres:
• Home and Garden Hub
• Build and Renovation Hub
• Sustainability Hub
• Kitchens Hub sponsored by Howdens
• Architecture Advice Centre
There are a variety of exhibitors showcasing their latest products and services at this year’s show. From smart home devices to eco-friendly building materials, you can find cutting-edge products that can transform your home.
The Grand House is designed as an immersive experience that allows visitors to engage with home products and services in a realistic, lifestyle setting. Showcasing cutting-edge design, sustainable materials and the latest concepts, visitors can see, touch and experience how various products and services would work in their own grand design. What’s more, all brands featured in the house will be available to speak to and all products can be purchased at the show
Each year, Kevin McCloud’s Green Heroes spotlight the most innovative and sustainable construction ideas. Kevin personally handpicks his top heroes for each show, showcasing a diverse range of the latest eco-friendly concepts, from small-scale start-ups to big businesses setting a green example for the rest of the industry.
Grand Designs Live will feature a range of emerging brands that are bringing fresh, creative solutions to the market. This area gives up-and-coming brands a chance to show off their unique ideas, from creative materials to inspired design concepts that could soon be making a big impact.
Simply head to the Grand Designs website and enter code HOA at the checkout.
If you are planning on visiting the show you can find more visitor information here on their website.
ExCel London 2026:
1-4 May 2026
NEC Birmingham 2025:
3-5 October: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Terms and Conditions: This offer is valid on standard tickets to Grand Designs Live 2025 and expires at midnight on 4 October 2025. A maximum of two tickets can be claimed per order. Weekday and weekend tickets are free.