Welcome to Backstage Brew, your monthly look behind the scenes of the 2026 WhatHouse? Awards.
Bringing you closer to the action than ever before, each edition keeps you in the loop with the latest announcements, news you might have missed, and a few hints about the ideas still under wraps.
So grab a cuppa and we’ll spill the tea…
First up, entries are open! We officially launched the 2026 WhatHouse? Awards with some exciting new changes. Our categories have been restructured to better reflect how the industry operates, and we’ve added THREE brand-new ones. So, if you’re making waves in marketing, raising the bar in customer care, or pushing boundaries in technology and innovation, this is your year. Head over to our online portal, download the prospectus and get started on your nomination. Don’t forget to read our judges tips on what makes a winning entry too!
With unrivalled networking opportunities, WhatHouse? is the place to be seen, and our sponsors clearly agree. We’re proud to have 17 companies already confirmed, securing prime visibility and a year-long partnership. It’s safe to say that momentum is building fast, contact our team to learn more about our partnership packages.
Did you see we’ve added some new faces to our team? Industry leader, Gaynor Fisher offers more than four decades of housebuilding expertise and valuable insight into the industry’s evolving profile, while Keith Osborne and Rory Wilkinson are set to drive print and digital editorial. Robyn Weatherley leads the marketing strategy and Cat Murray joins Adrian Talbot and Stephen Upfold on business development. Together, they’re ready to bring fresh energy and big ideas for our legendary luncheon.
Don’t want to miss out? For the first time ever, you can choose your favourite location in the room! Whether you prefer to be on the front row to capture all the action, nearest the bar to maximise your networking, or in the spotlight by the sweeping staircase, we have you covered. Hurry though, this exclusive offer for table bookings is only available until 31 May so book yours now.
And finally… we can’t reveal just yet, but conversations are well advanced with a much-loved celebrity who’s set to take on hosting duties. Plus, there’s also been fun futuristic chatter about whether robotics might make their stage debut. Will they? Won’t they? You’ll have to wait and see…
