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The Retrofit Agenda explores the innovative strategies, challenges, and triumphs in advancing sustainability through retrofitting. In 2025, we’re focusing on solutions that redefine how we approach the existing built environment to meet net zero goals. This year’s sessions showcase leading-edge projects, policy impacts, and collaborative efforts shaping a sustainable future for all sectors. 

Join industry pioneers, architects, sustainability experts, and developers as they share insights into how retrofitting transforms buildings and portfolios into models of efficiency and innovation. 

STAND ENQUIRY

Material Future Crowd
Material Future Speaker

Speakers

Our speakers represent the forefront of retrofit innovation, sharing invaluable expertise and practical solutions. Expect thought-provoking sessions featuring: 

  • Geoff Barraclough -  Westminster City Council 
  • Nick Jarman -  Stanhope PLC 
  • Kara Cartwright -  Innovate UK 
  • Laura Hall -  British Land 
  • Jess Hrivnak -  RIBA 
  • Will Arnold -  IStructE 
  • Alexia Laird -  Landsec 
  • Daniel Sweeney -  John F Hunt 
  • Hrabrina Nikolova -  Westminster City Council 
  • …and many more trailblazers shaping the retrofit narrative. 
Attendees

Exhibitors and Sponsors

Meet the organisations championing retrofit excellence. Discover their latest innovations and connect with sponsors including: 

  • Artus Air 
  • Buckley Gray Yeoman 
  • Buro Happold 
  • General Demolition 
  • IES 
  • IStructE 
  • Mitsubishi Electric 
  • One Click LCA 
  • Stanhope PLC 
  • ... and others pushing the boundaries of portfolio retrofit
Material Future Stage

Network with key decision makers from across the industry: 

The Retrofit Stage draws a diverse and influential audience from across the built environment and beyond, including:

  • Architects and Designers
  • Carbon Managers 
  • CEOs and Managing Directors
  • Sustainability and Environmental Consultants
  • Directors and Heads of Sustainability
  • Structural Engineers
  • Manufacturers and Product Developers
  • Specifiers
  • Policy Makers and Investors
Retrofit Sponsor: General Demolition, Artus Air, BGY, Buro Happold

Sessions from the Agenda 

Each session is designed to tackle pressing challenges and present actionable solutions: 

  • PACER - Planning Application Carbon Evaluation and Reduction Platform  
  • UKNZC Building Standard for Retrofit – Applying the Standard to existing building stock 
  • Unlocking Material Reuse – The value of collaboration

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Case Studies

This year’s Retrofit Agenda showcases innovative fitout, including projects such as: 

  • Thirty High – Transforming assets for the future sixty years 
  • Modernist Icon – IBM Building: Refit for the Future 

Explore the full agenda for a wide range of topics tailored to various industries and building typologies. Gain insights into the processes, challenges, and outcomes that define success.

Key Features

  • Breakfast Briefings: Start your day with inspiring discussions on retrofit successes, such as the award-winning Cathedral Hill project. 
  • Networking & Meeting People: Engage with industry leaders and peers to share ideas and forge collaborations. 
  • Thinktanks & Workshops: Hands-on sessions tackling real-world challenges in retrofitting. 

FAQ's

What is the Retrofit Agenda?

It’s a focused stream at FOOTPRINT+ 2025 dedicated to sustainable retrofit practices, policies, and innovations.

Who should attend?

Anyone involved or interested in building retrofits, from developers and engineers to policy makers and investors.

How can I participate? 

Register for sessions and workshops or join as an exhibitor to showcase your innovations.