H+R SOCOTEC Building Pathology and Heritage is pleased to announce the Building Pathology Conference 2026 (BP26), taking place between 10 and 11 September 2026 at Oxford Brookes University
In partnership with Oxford Brookes University under the theme ‘Solving tomorrow’s problems today,’ BP26 will bring together researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders to discuss building pathology.
Dr David Watt, visiting professor at OBU and associate director of H+R, said: “BP26 represents a critical opportunity for the building pathology community to come together and address the complex challenges facing our built environment.
“As buildings become increasingly sophisticated and expectations for performance and sustainability rise, the need for robust methodologies and evidence-based solutions has never been greater.”
The Building Pathology Conference 2026 serves as a platform for cutting-edge built environment research
Following the successful BP24 conference, its successor, BP26, will serve as a premier platform for cutting-edge research and practical innovation in building environment research, to be presented by a wealth of experts.
Other topics include policy development, technical innovations, improved methodologies, and critical issues affecting building performance and occupant wellbeing, as well as the urgent need for evidence-based solutions to contemporary and future challenges in the built environment.
Where academic excellence meets industry expertise
The move to host BP26 follows H+R’s illustrious history of running Building Pathology in the 1980s and 90s, and this year’s event will be no different.
BP26 features an exceptional line-up of speakers from Oxford Brookes University, De Montfort University, SOCOTEC, the University of Oxford, The Housing Agency, and other respected academic institutions and businesses.
“We are delighted to partner with Oxford Brookes University to create a forum where academic excellence meets practical industry expertise, ensuring that the insights generated translate into real-world impact for building owners, occupants, and society at large,” Watt concluded.
Register now
Registration for BP26 is now open. Early registration is encouraged, with places being limited.
For more information about the conference programme, registration fees, and accommodation options, please visit the official event page.
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