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Grand Designs Live, the UK's premier home and garden event, returns to London's ExCeL from 2-5 May 2025 with a complete transformation featuring five dedicated hubs covering everything from Build and Renovation to Kitchens and Bathrooms, Home and Garden, and Sustainability, alongside the showcase Grand House and expert advice from industry professionals including Kevin McCloud.

The Grand House Experience
The Grand House, powered by Hive, stands as the star attraction of Grand Designs Live 2025. This immersive 400sqm London townhouse beautifully blends traditional Edwardian façade with cutting-edge modern innovation. Visitors can explore a stylish, open-plan haven featuring a show-stopping living area, Everyman-style cinema room, luxurious bedroom, and state-of-the-art kitchen with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that flood the space with natural light.

Beyond aesthetics, the Grand House showcases impressive sustainability credentials with its high-tech plant room featuring air source heat pumps, solar panels, battery storage, and comprehensive insulation systems—all managed through the Hive app. Experts from partnering brands including Samsung, Blanco, Nispero, and Butler Hartwell will be available throughout the event to answer questions and share insights about their design contributions. This unique lifestyle environment allows visitors to engage with products in a realistic setting, with all featured items available for purchase directly at the show.

RIBA Architecture Advice Centre
The RIBA Architecture Advice Centre offers visitors a unique opportunity to receive free personal consultations with qualified RIBA architects during Grand Designs Live 2025. This dedicated space, created through a partnership between Grand Designs Live and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), provides expert guidance for homeowners looking to bring their architectural visions to life.

Visitors are encouraged to bring their plans, drawings, and budgets to make the most of these one-to-one sessions with RIBA-accredited Chartered Architects. Whether you're planning a house extension, renovation, or complete new build, these professionals can help navigate the complexities of design, planning permissions, and building regulations while potentially saving you money through efficient design solutions. The Architecture Advice Centre operates on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the show, so early booking is highly recommended to secure your consultation.

Sustainability Hub Innovations
The Sustainability Hub at Grand Designs Live 2025 showcases cutting-edge eco-friendly solutions for modern homes. Sponsored by Next Energy, one of the UK's fastest-growing renewable energy companies, this dedicated space features innovative technologies and expert-led discussions on achieving net zero living. The hub's Sustainability Theatre, hosted by Max McMurdo, will present Kevin McCloud's personally selected Green Heroes—standout sustainable products including bio-based furnishings from Interesting Times Gang, recycled material power banks from Gomi, and British gypsum tables from Selfish Customs.

Visitors can explore transformative sustainable technologies like Polysolar's transparent photovoltaic glass pergolas, which create weather-protected outdoor spaces while generating electricity and reducing household energy bills by up to 45%. The hub also features Daikin's energy-efficient heat pump systems that significantly reduce carbon footprints, and sessions on smart home technology integration for energy efficiency, including thermostats, lighting, and EV charging solutions that help cut utility bills while promoting environmental responsibility. All innovations align with the show's commitment to promoting practical sustainability solutions for homeowners.

Stay at Hotel Indigo London Paddington
For guests attending Grand Designs Live 2025, Hotel Indigo London Paddington offers a stylish and convenient stay in the heart of the capital. Located just steps from Paddington Station, with easy connections via the Elizabeth Line and London Underground to ExCeL London, this boutique hotel blends modern comfort with charming design inspired by the local neighborhood. Enjoy contemporary rooms with plush beds, rainfall showers, high-speed Wi-Fi, and locally influenced décor. The hotel's on-site restaurant, Bella Italia Paddington, serves delicious Italian dishes throughout the day, and the 24-hour fitness centre is ideal for unwinding after a day at the show. With Hyde Park and Little Venice nearby, Hotel Indigo is also perfect for a relaxing London getaway beyond the event.

Travel to the Venue: Hotel Indigo is just a 5-minute walk from Paddington Station, offering direct access to the Elizabeth Line. Guests can reach ExCeL London in approximately 30 minutes via a single line, making travel to and from the event seamless and efficient.