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8 how the London Homebuilding And Renovating Show allows visitors to turn dreams into reality via expertise by Jon Massey

he London Homebuilding And Renovating Show is gearing up for its latest event in the capital at Excel. Running from September 18-20, the brand has been hosting live gatherings for more than 30 years offering access to hundreds of suppliers, free advice and expert seminars. “I was the editor of Homebuilding And Renovating magazine in the 1990s when we started doing live shows and then I became editor-in-chief for about 10 years,” said journalist, TV presenter and business founder, Michael Holmes. “Now I look after the shows as director of content. “We run eight across the country, which are on for around 20 days during the year and our London event is the biggest. I appear at every single one. “I host the seminar stages, with our Ask The Experts feature, which involves people with unrivalled experience in fields such as self-build, renovation, sustainability and architectural design. “All the speakers, including me, also appear at our Advice Centre stand and visitors are able to book free 15-minute one-to-one appointments with them to talk about their projects. “That means they can talk to the likes of planning consultants, architects, builders and designers, who specialise in all sorts of areas. “They are free to ask them anything they like about a project. From an educational perspective, it’s an invaluable opportunity.” At its heart, the show is a simple proposition. The advice and suppliers on offer are there to help people who are thinking of, or engaged in, either improving a property they own or building

Buying a property that needs renovating anyway means you’re adding value and getting it the way you want at the same time Michael Holmes, property expert

a new one to live in. That might be the likes of loft conversions, extensions or replacing kitchens and bathrooms in the former category or executing a grand design in the latter. Michael said: “In London you would expect the majority of visitors to be those who want to improve their existing homes, but there are a surprising number of self-builders as well. “You wouldn’t expect there to be anywhere left to build, but there are little infill plots, perhaps adding on to the end of a terrace, or where a rather tired house has been demolished and is replaced. “Sometimes there are old industrial units or garages, where people take the buildings down and create a new home. “What’s more common though, is people recycling their existing space – reconfiguring rooms and layouts for better flow or to open things up. Projects that add square footage can also add serious value to an existing home and, if you have the space, it makes a lot of sense to investigate the possibilities. “London is blessed with very high quality housing stock, and that’s why things need constantly regenerating, because people reinvest in those lovely old houses, built of beautiful brick. They are worth restoring or improving for our lifestyles today. “If you’re buying a house that’s not to your taste, undoing that and making it fit with your design ideas will likely not add significant value, but buying a property that needs renovating anyway means you’re adding value and getting it the way you want at the same time.” Michael said those embarking on projects should ensure the basics in a property were taken care of and keep a close watch on finances to ensure changes made were both worthwhile and beneficial financially. “Number one, you need to make sure you’re aware of the condition of a property and spend money on the essential repairs,” he said. “Any sign of structural movement – fix that. Any sign of damp, old wiring or leaks – get those sorted first. “Then think about space. Any way to increase it is usually a good banker, as long as the value of the extension exceeds the cost of creating it. “Beyond that, embracing things like open-plan design and using

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Michael says the most common project is to add an open-plan kitchen and dining room to a house

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large expanses of glazing to help bring the outside in, often make homes more attractive to buyers.” Such changes are both practical and cosmetic and Michael said boosting a property’s energy efficiency was also an increasingly hot topic at the shows. “Investing in this area is seriously worthwhile,” he said. “Especially if you’re going to be living in a home for a long period of time. “You’ll save money on bills and so on, but you need to make sure the changes are appropriate for the property you’re working with. If, for example, you have a 1950s house that has no insulation, it’s not a good idea to install a heat pump and slap solar panels on the roof. “What you should do is invest in the building envelope first to prevent heat loss. Then, if you have the money you can look at those other technologies and, if there’s any cash spare after that, then installing batteries to store electricity is a great way to help reduce running costs. “As with all these things, it’s important to do the right calculations to work out the costs involved and how much money you’ll save. People are also starting to consider air conditioning and cooling options, given the climate, but these also need careful consideration and may not be an option for everyone.” As with all the experts appearing, Michael will be on hand to offer advice at the show. “People ask me absolutely everything,” he said. “I do tend to get questions related to design and remodelling, especially with kitchens. “That is my speciality and I’ve ended up running a design and build business. Where we can help is when, for example, people know they want a kitchen extension and they’ve got some

plans – they know instinctively how it should be but can’t quite get there on their own. “Often they don’t want to knock down part of their house to make the design really work, even if they know they should be doing that. So, I’m there to conﬁrm and give them the licence to follow their instincts. “These projects are often semiopen-plan, extending at the back or the side and integrating that kitchen into the new design of the house. “The number one project I see is to convert the existing kitchen into a utility room and then have an extension to create a new kitchen-dining area, followed by loft conversions, which typically become the master bedroom with an en-suite. “The one thing I’d love to build would be a bungalow, although these days that means confronting land prices – which is why we often have smaller properties on multiple storeys. “But I’d love to create a singlelevel dwelling in woodland or by the sea – preferably on a Greek island – in quite a traditional style. “It’s a dream, but then that’s the point of the show – it’s somewhere people can come to explore those ideas and turn them into a reality.” key details The London Homebuilding And Renovating Show is set to run at Excel from September 18-20 from 10am daily. Tickets to the event are free. For more information go to london.homebuildingshow.co.uk

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Square footage of additional space that will be created at 10 Cabot Square in Canary Wharf

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An artist’s impression of how 10 Cabot Square will look when work is complete

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how the changing face of Canary Wharf continues to emerge as towers are refreshed At present, 10 Cabot Square features a neoclassical facade designed by US architects Skirmore, Owings And Merrill, dating from the early 1990s during the first flush of Canary Wharf development

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ities don’t stand still and neither does Canary Wharf. Many buildings on the estate have, in recent years, undergone a process of refurbishment and regeneration, with some projects more obvious than others. However, one of the things the likes of Cargo, 25 Cabot Square, One Eden, 40 Bank Street and YY London have in common is that they’ve been well received by the market. Demand for space on the estate in general is at healthy levels, with a solid pipeline of incomers and existing tenants making firm commitments to operating in east London. The latest deal to be announced is Deutsche Bank’s decision to join Revolut, Until and Hitachi Rail at YY London, taking five floors of a building that was stripped back to the steel and reimagined with a new facade right opposite the main entrance to Canary Wharf’s Tube station. The pandemic may have slowed things down a bit for Oaktree and Quadrant Estates – the partners behind the refurb – but there are now only two floors left to let and few would bet against the final 60,000sq ft of space finding a tenant in the near future. Cargo, formerly 25 North Colonnade, also refreshed its facade, added the bustling Market Halls on its lower levels and opened up a roof terrace, attracting tenants including Boston Consulting Group, ANZ, Euronext, SitusAMC, Energy Aspects and BP to a structure that once housed the Financial Conduct Authority. This summer, PwC announced it would be taking 350,000sq ft of space at Canary Wharf Group’s One Eden project in 2030, following work to refurbish and update 33 Canada Square as the ongoing process of regeneration and evolution continues. An artist’s impression of plans for 8 Canada Square in Canary Wharf

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looking ahead It’s no surprise, then, that there’s more of this sort of thing to come. This month, reports suggest CWG has enlisted RX London and CBRE as it brings another project to market. Its proposal is to strip 10 Cabot Square of its postmodernist, neoclassical facade designed by Skidmore Owings And Merrill in the 1980s and give it a completely new glazed exterior with plenty of terracotta highlights and a series of stepped terraces, complete with vegetation. The plans, which are currently being considered by Tower Hamlets Council, would see the building extended from 575,000sq ft to 630,000sq ft via the removal of plant on its rooftop as well

as the introduction of “a ground floor and access strategy that responds to the existing and emerging context, aligning entrances with desired lines to key transport hubs, and providing active frontages to primary public routes”. Should everything stick to CWG’s schedule and planning permission be forthcoming, construction could begin on the scheme next year with space ready for occupation in 2030 – the same year PwC are set to relocate to the Wharf, just in time for the estate’s 40th birthday the following year. Quite whether 10 Cabot Square will get a new name in line with similar projects, has yet to be decided, but it’s clear that there will be any number of firms interested in what they can get for their money on the edge of North Dock. the future of a tower Also on companies’ minds will be 8 Canada Square, set to be vacated by HSBC next year as the bank downsizes to the City and opts for multiple office locations, relocating some staff to 210,000sq ft of space at Canary Wharf’s 40 Bank Street. What was once touted as a sign of the estate’s uncertain future, now looks like a golden opportunity at just the right time for the Qatar Investment Authority which owns the tower and is joint owner of CWG alongside BGRE. If planning permission is granted for the scheme, Foster+Partners’ 45-storey

glazed oblong– known for its curved corners – will see serious reconfiguration, with a series of cut-outs introduced to provide external terraces on various levels. Designed by architects Kohn Pedersen Fox, the project takes one of the landmark buildings in the Canary Wharf skyline and gives it a completely new identity. Inside, the scheme includes provision for more than 1million sq ft of space, including office floors, a substantial hotel on its upper levels and The Cloud, an “experiential leisure destination” at the top, accessible by a direct lift service from the ground floor. The proposals also include a new link to the Elizabeth Line at ground level, better connecting the station to Canada Square Park. Under the plans, around 85% of materials in the building would be retained helping reduce the environmental impact of the scheme. Work on the project could begin when HSBC makes its move in 2027, but will likely only go ahead once significant space in the building has been let. Go to cwg.com for more information about the redevelopment of the estate Scan this code to find out more about CWG’s plans

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LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS SPECIAL TREATMENT LICENCES

LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS LICENSING ACT 2003

Notice is given that: Hazev LTD T/A - Limehouse Library Hotel Has applied to the London Borough of Tower Hamlets for: • Sauna and Hamam facilities, including Turkish Hamam/steam facilities and traditional Turkish scrub and foam treatments. • Massage treatments, including full-body massage, sports massage and aromatherapy massage. • Facial treatments.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE Notice is given that: Facazz LTD - trading as Altamura Bakehouse. Has applied to London Borough of Tower Hamlets Licensing Authority for a Premises Licence under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003

Licence(s) for the premises: Limehouse Library Hotel, 638 Commercial Road, London, E14 7HS

The premises are situated at: Altamura Bakehouse, 10 Hackney Road, London, E2 7NS

Anyone wishing to oppose the application must give notice in writing to the Service Manager Of Public Protection And Integrated Enforcement Division, 4th Floor Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ, WITHIN THREE WEEKS specifying the grounds of opposition. Persons objecting to the grant of a licence must be prepared to attend in person at a hearing before a Committee of the Council.

The licensable Activities And Timings Are: ● Sale of alcohol on and off the premises: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday, 12:00-19:00; Thursday to Saturday, 12:00–21:00 Anyone who wishes to make representations regarding this application must give notice to: The Licensing Section, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or email: licensing@towerhamlets.gov.uk Website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk Tel: 020 7364 5008 Representations must be received no later than 10/09/2026. The Application Record and Register may be viewed between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday during normal office hours at the above address. It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited fine).

PUBLIC NOTICE – LICENSING APPLICATION LICENSING ACT 2003 Take notice that on August 20th, 2026, BaxterStorey Ltd applied to Tower Hamlets Council for a new premises licence in respect of Level 9, One Cabot Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4QJ. The application seeks to permit the sale by retail of alcohol from 11:00 until 23:00, Monday to Saturday. THE PREMISES WILL NOT BE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC This application can be viewed from Monday to Friday, 10:00 until 16:00 at: Licensing Team, Environmental Health & Trading Standards, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or online at www.towerhamlets.gov.uk. Any person may make a representation in writing relating to this application which must be received no later than September 17th, 2026, addressed to the Licensing Team above. It is an offence, liable on conviction to an unlimited fine, to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with this application.

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE

Notice is given that: Tasteful Ventures LTD

Notice is given that: Collins River Enterprises

Notice is given that: DL South Ltd

Has applied to London Borough of Tower Hamlets Licensing Authority for a Premises Licence under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003

The premises are situated at: Tasteful Ventures, 8 Cable Street, London, E1 8JG

The premises are situated at: Saturn Clipper, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers, Trinity Buoy Wharf, London, E14 0JY

The licensable Activities And Timings Are: ● The sale by retail of alcohol for consumption ON and OFF the premises: Monday to Sunday, from 11:00-22:00 ● Opening hours of the premises: Monday to Sunday, from 11:00-22:00

The licensable Activities And Timings Are: ● The sale by retail of alcohol (on and off sale): 08:00-00:00, Monday-Sunday ● The provision of late-night refreshments: 23:00-00:00, Monday-Sunday, ● The provision of regulated entertainment: - Live music 08:00-23:00, Monday-Friday, 09:00-23:00, Saturday-Sunday, - Recorded music 08:00-23:00, Monday-Sunday Non-standard timings as per the application.

The premises are situated at: All My Friends Dining Room, Land Adjoining Unit 1 Hamlet Industrial Estate, 96 White Post Lane, Tower Hamlets, London, E9 5EN

Anyone who wishes to make representations regarding this application must give notice to: The Licensing Section, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or email: licensing@towerhamlets.gov.uk Website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk Tel: 020 7364 5008 Representations must be received no later than 09/09/2026. The Application Record and Register may be viewed between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday during normal office hours at the above address. It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited fine).

LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS LICENSING ACT 2003 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE Notice is given that: China Town Has applied to London Borough of Tower Hamlets Licensing Authority for a Premises Licence under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003 The premises are situated at: China Town, 7 The Quarterdeck, London, E14 8SH The licensable Activities And Timings Are: ● The provision of Late Night Refreshment (selling hot food and hot drinks) for deliveries only, no collection or serving at the counter. Proposed operating hours: ● Monday to Sunday, 11:00-23:00 open to the public. ● Monday to Sunday, 23:00-03:00 only delivery orders. Anyone who wishes to make representations regarding this application must give notice to: The Licensing Section, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or email: licensing@towerhamlets.gov.uk Website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk Tel: 020 7364 5008 Representations must be received no later than 25/09/2026. The Application Record and Register may be viewed between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday during normal office hours at the above address. It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited fine). Date Of Notice: 26/08/2026

Anyone who wishes to make representations regarding this application must give notice to: The Licensing Section, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or email: licensing@towerhamlets.gov.uk Website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk Tel: 020 7364 5008 Representations must be received no later than 10/09/2026. The Application Record and Register may be viewed between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday during normal office hours at the above address. It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited fine).

The licensable Activities And Timings Are: ● Supply Of Alcohol (on sales): Sunday-Wednesday 08:00-23:30, Thursday 08:00-00:30, Friday-Saturday 08:00-01:30 ● Provision Of Recorded Music and Late Night Refreshment: Sunday-Wednesday 23:00-00:00, Thursday 23:00-01:00, Friday-Saturday 23:00-02:00 Anyone who wishes to make representations regarding this application must give notice to: The Licensing Section, Tower Hamlets Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, London, E1 1BJ or email: licensing@towerhamlets.gov.uk Website: www.towerhamlets.gov.uk Tel: 020 7364 5008 Representations must be received no later than 16/09/2026. The Application Record and Register may be viewed between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday during normal office hours at the above address. It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is up to level 5 on the standard scale (unlimited fine).

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