Host: David Adams, Strategic Advisor to the Future Homes Hub



David shares his expertise in low‑energy building and manufacturing to help housebuilders and the wider construction industry deliver net zero homes at scale.

With a broad base of experience across retrofit, new home building, manufacturing and policy, David Adams brings a strategic perspective to the transition to net zero homes. He is a Strategic Advisor to the Future Homes Hub, a Director of the Good Homes Alliance, and an advisor to the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) and the Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Group (EEIG).

Danielle Michalska-Morris, Director of Research and Technical Innovation, Taylor Wimpey 

Danielle has a strong background in low carbon building design and building services. Her role involves leading research and innovation initiatives, ensuring compliance with building regulations, and contributing to the development of new standards and practices in the construction industry.

Michalska-Morris is also involved in the Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance panel, where she supports the review of statutory guidance accompanying the Building Regulations. Her expertise and contributions are instrumental in enhancing the safety, quality, and efficiency of building construction in the UK

Matthew Underwood, Commercial & Technical Director, Lioncourt Homes

Matt is a member of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB) and holds a BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying from the University of the West of England. He has extensive experience in residential construction and commercial management, progressing from Costing Surveyor to Commercial Manager at Westbury Homes. His work has spanned a wide range of projects and construction methods, alongside involvement in modern methods of construction such as the Space4 system build.



Following the acquisition of Westbury Homes, Matt became Surveying Manager for Westbury Partnerships at Persimmon Homes, where he played a key role in establishing the new social housing division and implementing systems and processes to support delivery in partnership with Local Authorities and Employers Agents.

Ben Cheetham, Group Design Manager, Gleeson Homes

Ben is the Group Technical Design Manager at Gleeson Homes and a Member of the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (MCABE).

Ben leads the development of standardised technical specifications and construction details to ensure regulatory compliance, specialising in low‑carbon housing and energy performance. With a background spanning volume housebuilding, manufacturing, and engineering, Ben brings a wealth of technical expertise underpinned by a practical understanding of what it takes to design and deliver homes efficiently at scale.