Designing for Success- Smart Home Design for Builders & Renovators

Next date: Tuesday, 07 April 2026 | 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM

This is an online event - even if you are unable to attend you can still register and be sent the link to the online recording.

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Building or renovating a home is more than aesthetics — it’s about creating a space that is healthy, comfortable, energy‑efficient, low‑maintenance and future‑ready. In this session, Michael Drage will share high‑performance design insights that improve long‑term comfort, reduce energy use, and add lasting value.

Who is Michael Drage?

Michael Drage is a sustainable building designer, founder of Reimagined Habitat, and specialist in energy‑efficient homes and high‑performance glazing. He helps deliver healthier, low‑energy homes and advises on retrofit solutions, design trade‑offs, and practical performance improvements.

What You’ll Learn About:

• High‑performance windows and glazing – Critical for thermal performance and reducing heating/cooling demand
• Insulation and airtight design – Prevent heat loss/gain, reduce drafts, improve comfort and minimise energy use

What Attendees Will Get:

• Practical guidance on specification details to consider when building or renovating
• Q&A with Michael Drage on real‑world challenges, retrofit opportunities, cost‑benefit trade‑offs and performance outcomes

Who Should Attend:

• Builders and renovators aiming to exceed code requirements
• Architects, designers, project managers and consultants on small‑to‑medium builds
• Homeowners and property developers learning how design choices affect performance

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Online