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NSBRC Proudly Sponsors & Celebrates at the Build It Awards 2025


A night of innovation, inspiration and a little friendly competition — discover the full story!

On Friday 28th November, our Managing Director, Harvey Fremlin, Head of Marketing Katy Ashcroft, and Marketing Executive, Louisa Flynn hopped on a train and headed to the capital for this year’s Build It Awards. As one of the proud Build It Awards sponsors, the NSBRC team were excited to celebrate the very best in self build, renovation and homebuilding excellence.

The Build It Awards highlight the most innovative products, outstanding services, and inspiring projects available to self builders and renovators across the UK. It’s a night where leading suppliers, manufacturers, industry experts and passionate self build advocates come together to recognise excellence and share in the progress being made across our sector.

As sponsors, we couldn’t have been happier to be part of an evening dedicated to quality, creativity and collaboration within the self build community. It was also a brilliant opportunity to support the many NSBRC exhibitors and partners who were shortlisted, and to cheer on the fantastic companies who took home awards on the night. We even had the privilege of our very own Katy presenting the award for the Best Stove on the evening, too!

Build It Awards 2025

Throughout the evening, the team enjoyed catching up with our existing partners, meeting new faces, and strengthening relationships across the building and home improvement industry.

But it wasn’t all serious business. In true NSBRC style, a spark of friendly competition emerged, courtesy of a full-sized Scalextric track. After several surprisingly intense races (yes, we’re all more competitive than we like to admit), the team found themselves going head-to-head with Andy from Total Homes Environment. We’re pleased to confirm that Katy took home the victory (well, Harvey wasn’t pleased and asked for a rematch!)

Of course, the heart of the evening was about recognising the remarkable achievements across the self build sector. The judges certainly had a tough job on their hands; every category showcased fresh thinking, technical excellence and the kind of innovation that continues to push our industry forward. We’re proud of every NSBRC partner who was shortlisted this year.

A huge congratulations to the following NSBRC partners who took home well-deserved awards:

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Fleming Homes – Best Timber Frame Home (Reul-Bhad)

Fleming Homes continues to show why they’re a leading name in timber frame construction. Their winning project, Reul-Bhad, impressed with its thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and exemplary use of modern timber frame technology.

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Build It awards JML SIPS

JML SIPs – Best SIPs Home (Baligrundle Croft House)

Known for precision engineering and high-performance building solutions, JML SIPs secured the award with Baligrundle Croft House, a project that highlights the efficiency, sustainability and modern appeal of structural insulated panel construction.

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Build It Awards Best Heating

The Unico System UK – Best Heating Innovation (Unico 1218 SDHV System)

The Unico System UK continue to lead the way in compact, energy-efficient heating and cooling. Their Unico 1218 SDHV Heating, Cooling & Ventilation System stood out for its clever design, versatility and ability to deliver year-round comfort.

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Airflow Developments – Best Home Technology Product or Installation (Adroit MVHR Range)

Ventilation is a vital part of modern homebuilding, and Airflow Developments impressed with their Adroit MVHR Range with Enthalpy Heat Exchanger, a product combining performance, energy efficiency and practical usability.

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Build It Awards Cupa Pizarras

Cupa Pizarras – Best Cladding or Roofing System (Readyslate)

Cupa Pizarras took home their award for Readyslate, an innovative real slate roofing system blending traditional aesthetics with modern installation benefits.

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Each of these winning partners brings something unique to the self build community, and we’re incredibly proud to have them as part of the NSBRC family. Their passion, expertise and commitment to quality make a genuine difference to the people building or renovating homes across the UK.

Looking ahead, the Build It Awards are always a highlight in the NSBRC calendar, a night that celebrates innovation, strengthens partnerships, and showcases the talent shaping the future of self build. We left feeling inspired, energised, and incredibly proud of the companies we work alongside every day.

We’re already looking forward to next year’s event and to continuing our support for the brilliant brands who help make the National Self Build & Renovation Centre the home of self build, renovation and more recently retrofit.

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