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April Trade Village Newsletter

New Partners & Upgraded Stands Edition

We are proud to introduce some of our newest exhibitors and fresh, upgraded stands at the Centre. Our partners are experts in self build and renovation, and are highly engaged in this community. Visit our upcoming events to meet them and explore their amazing displays!

Keep reading to discover the latest offerings & events at the NSBRC...

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Rithum | The award-winning smart switch for an all-in-one smart home

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Building or renovating? It's the perfect opportunity to future-proof your home with Rithum. This intuitive touchscreen panel simply replaces your existing light switch, giving every member of the family instant control over lighting, music, heating and more, with no smartphone needed.

Control your lighting, adjust the temperature with ease, or fill the house with music at the touch of a button. Rithum works seamlessly with leading smart-home brands like Philips Hue and Sonos, right out of the box.

Rithum — your smart home all in one place.

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Sustique | Expands at the NSBRC with a New Sustainable Kitchen Display | Launching at the NSBRC May Show!

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Sustique is expanding its presence at the NSBRC with a larger stand,

Launching at the NSBRC May Show with a new fully functioning kitchen display, designed to explore what truly sustainable kitchen design looks like in practice.

Most kitchens are designed around aesthetics. We focus on how they perform over time, considering materials, longevity, indoor air quality, and end-of-life impact.

From low-emission cabinetry to circular design systems, every element is carefully considered.

Whether you’re just starting out or refining your plans, our new stand offers a space to make more informed decisions.

Learn more on our website.

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AEBC | Join the AECB today!

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The Association for Environment Conscious Building (AECB) is the UK’s longest established, not-for-profit, independent network with the common aim of promoting sustainable building.

Founded in 1989, with a strong emphasis on encouraging energy-efficient building designs, eco-friendly materials, and innovative construction techniques, the AECB, through its network of industry experts, provides invaluable resources, training, and support to architects, builders, designers, engineers, contractors, self-builders, manufacturers, housing associations, local authorities, academics and enthusiasts committed to creating greener, more sustainable built environments.

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Centre of Sustainable Energy | Futureproof: Expert home retrofit advice you can trust

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Futureproof makes home energy improvements simple, achievable and worthwhile. We offer expert home surveys, practical advice, and trusted guidance to help you create a more comfortable home that is cheaper to run.

Futureproof is delivered by the Centre for Sustainable Energy, a leading climate change charity with over 45 years' experience. Our advice is completely impartial – we only recommend what's best for your home.

We offer retrofit surveys for all homes and budgets, including our new Online Retrofit Survey – perfect if you want expert energy efficiency advice at exceptional value. Every survey is tailored to your unique property and goals, and gives you clear guidance.

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SLP Group | A family-run property Maintenance Company

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SLP Group is a family-run property maintenance company proudly serving homes and businesses across Swindon and the surrounding areas.

With a great reputation built on trust, hard work, and long-standing family values, we deliver reliable, high-quality maintenance services.

Our skilled team handles everything from routine repairs to full refurbishments.

As a family business, we treat every property as if it were our own—ensuring results you can depend on.

From property maintenance and pest control to damp surveys and landscaping – We’ve got you covered!

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Feeling the Heat? Discover How Better Ventilation Can Keep Your Home Comfortable

With temperatures rising across the UK, many homeowners are experiencing overheating rooms, poor indoor air quality and sleepless nights. Join the National Self Build & Renovation Centre's FREE Ventilation Drop-In Clinic on Saturday 4th July to discover how modern ventilation systems, including Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR), can help create a cooler, healthier and more energy-efficient home. Attend expert presentations, see a live MVHR demonstration and book a free one-to-one consultation with industry specialists.

Meet our Employee Owner of the Year - Neil

We are delighted to announce that Neil Davey has been named our Employee Owner of the Year 2026!

The award was presented in front of the team during our recent Employee Ownership (EO) Day celebrations. The day featured an exhilarating e-karting Grand Prix in Reading, with plenty of laughs, and the opportunity to spend quality time together away from our usual day-to-day roles.

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Meet the Team: Career Journeys at the NSBRC

The following blog was written by Evie Pearce, work experience student, during her time with the NSBRC team. This reflects the research and effort they put into their placement, and we're pleased to share it with you.

In this blog, I will be asking five of The NSBRC’s team members various questions about their careers and the rewards they get from them, their journey to get to where they are now, the advice they would give to younger individuals and what they would be doing if they weren’t working in the job titles they have now.

The National Self Build & Renovation Show: Friday 9th & Saturday 10th October


Create your perfect home at The National Self Build & Renovation Show! Join us for an unrivalled line up of exhibitors and experts on hand to share their advice, this is an unmissable event for anyone thinking of self building or renovating their home.

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