In 2026, the materials you specify will define the spaces you create. According to the event’s organisers, The Stone & Surfaces Show 2026 is the destination where architects, designers, and specifiers come to discover the finishes, textures, and innovations that will shape projects for years to come.
Taking place at Excel London and running alongside Futurebuild and UK Construction Week, the show brings together more than 600 exhibitors and 25,000 built environment professionals under one roof. It is not just a trade show, organisers say, it is an immersive experience designed to inspire, inform, and connect the entire architecture and design community.
Why attend The Stone & Surfaces Show?
The organisers continue: “Whether you are sourcing materials for a live project, researching sustainable alternatives, or looking to stay ahead of emerging design trends, this is where ideas turn into specifications.”
The Materials Lab
Specification is about more than aesthetics. It is about durability, performance, texture, and finish.
The Materials Lab gives visitors the opportunity to get hands-on with natural stone, engineered surfaces, and innovative finishes. Feel the textures. Compare durability. Understand how materials perform in real-world applications. It is specification brought to life.
Surfaces cinema
Design is visual, emotional, and experiential.
Surfaces Cinema aims to showcase the creative potential of materials through film, photography, and live presentations. With a festival-style atmosphere complete with red carpet moments, ushers, and even popcorn, this is where surfaces become storytelling tools, say Stone & Surface Show’s organisers.
Architects theatre
Stay ahead of the curve with thought-provoking content from leading voices in architecture and design.
Explore topics including:
- AI in design
- Circular surfaces and sustainable material innovation
- Ethical sourcing and responsible specification
- Real-world case studies and interactive sessions
- Gain practical insights you can apply directly to your projects.
- Women in stone and surfaces
This dedicated space highlights and supports women across the industry, connecting established leaders with emerging talent. It is a place to build meaningful networks, share experiences, and champion greater representation within the sector.
Content stages and networking opportunities
With 700+ speakers delivering over 250 hours of CPD content, the show provides insights into materials, sustainability, compliance, and future trends.
At the same time, visitors will be surrounded by professionals actively specifying materials and delivering live projects, creating opportunities for collaboration and business growth.
The stats
The Stone & Surfaces Show 2026 brings together:
600+ exhibitors showcasing natural stone, engineered surfaces, tools, and advanced technologies
25,000+ built environment professionals ready to connect and collaborate
700+ speakers delivering 250+ hours of CPD content
Running alongside Futurebuild and UK Construction Week, the co-location offers access to an even broader construction and design audience.
More than a trade show
The event’s organisers conclude: “This is not a traditional exhibition where you simply walk the aisles. It is a hands-on, immersive environment where you can see, touch, and interact with the materials and ideas shaping architecture and design in 2026.
“If materials matter to your projects, The Stone & Surfaces Show 2026 belongs in your calendar.”
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