The Housing Matters: How Did We Get Here and Where Are We Going? Conference 2026 brings together researchers, policymakers, housing associations, local authorities, architects, planners, economists, and industry professionals to discuss one of the most important challenges facing the United Kingdom today—creating affordable, sustainable, and resilient housing for future generations.
Hosted by the University of Glasgow through the UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE), this multidisciplinary conference provides an excellent opportunity for professionals from academia, government, and industry to exchange ideas, present evidence-based research, and develop innovative solutions for housing policy and practice.
Housing affordability, sustainability, community wellbeing, climate resilience, and urban regeneration remain among the most pressing issues across the UK. The conference explores these themes while encouraging collaboration between researchers and practitioners working to shape future housing strategies.
Participants will hear keynote presentations from internationally recognised experts, engage in panel discussions, attend practical workshops, and network with leaders from across the housing sector.
Why Attend?
The conference offers an outstanding opportunity to understand the changing landscape of housing policy and the latest evidence influencing decision-makers across the UK.
Delegates will gain practical knowledge about:
- Housing affordability challenges
- Social housing developments
- Sustainable urban regeneration
- Climate-resilient housing
- Housing inequality
- Community wellbeing
- Planning reforms
- Public policy innovation
- Smart cities
- Future housing investment
- Digital planning technologies
- Collaborative housing research
Whether you are involved in academic research, public administration, local government, architecture, planning, real estate, or social policy, the conference provides valuable insights into the future of housing.
Conference Programme
The programme features keynote speeches from leading housing researchers alongside expert panel discussions addressing current policy challenges.
Interactive sessions allow delegates to explore innovative approaches to affordable housing, sustainable development, housing finance, community engagement, and evidence-based policymaking.
Networking breaks throughout both days provide opportunities to connect with professionals representing universities, government agencies, charities, developers, and housing associations.
Poster presentations showcase emerging research from postgraduate students and early-career researchers, encouraging knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Key Discussion Topics
The conference covers numerous topics including:
- Housing policy reform
- Affordable housing delivery
- Planning and development
- Climate adaptation
- Net-zero housing
- Urban regeneration
- Housing economics
- Community development
- Social inclusion
- Data-driven policymaking
- Housing evidence
- Public sector collaboration
- Smart neighbourhoods
- Sustainable infrastructure
- Future cities
Professional Benefits
Attending the conference enables delegates to:
- Learn from internationally recognised experts
- Discover current housing research
- Explore practical case studies
- Develop professional networks
- Exchange ideas with policymakers
- Understand emerging legislation
- Gain evidence-based insights
- Identify future research collaborations
- Meet representatives from housing organisations
- Improve strategic planning knowledge
Networking Opportunities
Networking is a major component of the event.
Delegates will have opportunities to meet:
- Academic researchers
- Government representatives
- Housing associations
- Local authority officers
- Urban planners
- Property professionals
- Sustainability experts
- Community organisations
- Policy advisors
- Students and early-career researchers
These interactions help create long-term partnerships that contribute to improved housing outcomes across the UK.
Research and Innovation
Research presented during the conference reflects the latest developments in housing evidence, demographic trends, planning systems, economic analysis, and environmental sustainability.
Presenters will demonstrate how robust research can support effective policymaking while improving housing quality and affordability.
Case studies from across the UK illustrate successful regeneration programmes, innovative housing models, and collaborative approaches to community development.
Sustainability Focus
Sustainability remains a central theme throughout the conference.
Sessions explore:
- Energy-efficient housing
- Low-carbon construction
- Circular economy principles
- Climate resilience
- Green infrastructure
- Biodiversity in urban development
- Healthy neighbourhoods
- Future environmental regulations
Experts discuss how sustainable housing contributes to healthier communities while supporting national climate objectives.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is ideal for:
- University researchers
- Academics
- Housing professionals
- Urban planners
- Architects
- Engineers
- Government officials
- Policy advisors
- Local councils
- Housing associations
- Developers
- Sustainability consultants
- Community organisations
- Postgraduate students
- Public sector leaders
Key Event Highlights
- Two-day multidisciplinary housing conference
- Leading UK housing policy experts and researchers
- Evidence-based discussions on future housing strategies
- Networking with academics, policymakers, and practitioners
- Latest research from UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence
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