Clik here to view.
Connecting regional people with low-carbon homes, with Sarah Lebner, Cooee...
Sarah Lebner is an architect connecting regional people with low-carbon homes. Learn more about low-carbon homes, and sustainable and regional design here. This is Part 1 of my conversation with Sarah...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Sustainable Retrofitting and Renovating with Sarah Lebner, Cooee Architecture
Want to retrofit or renovate your home so it’s more sustainable? Learn more from Sarah Lebner, an award-winning architect connecting people with low-carbon homes. This is Part 2 of my conversation...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Residential Efficiency Scorecard for Existing Homes, with Melanie Lupis,...
What is the Residential Efficiency Scorecard? It’s a way to know what and how to improve the energy efficiency and thermal comfort of your existing home. This is Part 1 of my conversation with Melanie...
View ArticleClik here to view.
How to Design and Build an Energy Efficient, Zero Carbon Home, with Melanie...
How do you design and build an energy efficient, zero carbon home? An energy efficiency assessor (or thermal performance assessor) can work with your designer to help you get it right. This is Part 2...
View ArticleClik here to view.
An Introduction to Green Roofs with Emilio Fuscaldo, Nest Architects
Thinking of having a green roof on your future home? Green roofs can be great inclusions in your home design and improve the thermal performance of your home, and your lifestyle in your home as well....
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Case Study: Green Roofs and All Electric Homes, with Emilio Fuscaldo, Nest...
This case study shares a Melbourne renovation of an energy efficient, all electric home with a green roof. This is Part 2 of my conversation with Emilio Fuscaldo, Nest Architects about green roofs....
View ArticleKey ways to shorten a renovation or build timeline
What if you don’t want your project to take a long time? Can you shorten the timeline of design, building or renovating? Is it possible that a shorter timeline can be realistic for your project? If...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Future Food System: the Zero Waste House, with Joost Bakker
Joost Bakker is a zero-waste advocate with over 25 years in testing zero-waste building and living. Future Food System is his zero waste home, built in Federation Square, Melbourne. This is Part 1 of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Building with Zero Waste: Greenhouse by Joost, with Joost Bakker
Greenhouse by Joost (also known as Future Food System) is a self-sufficient and self-sustaining home. Designed and built with zero waste, and producing zero waste in its occupation, it’s an...
View Article5 Problems to Avoid When Starting Your Renovation or New Build
Starting your renovation or new build can feel daunting, and full of challenges and overwhelm. There are 5 common problems homeowners share with me when they’re starting their renovation or new build....
View ArticleI’ll Never Build Again
The post began: “I hate it, I’ll never build again”. Worried you’ll feel like this about your renovation or new build? Here’s 7 things to remember so you don’t get yourself in this position when...
View ArticleYour Roof Design: 5 Key Points to Know
Your roof design and construction is an important part of any build or renovation project. And your roof design and construction is also a significant part of the long term durability and performance...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Dilapidation Reports: What are they, and when do you need them? | Anthea...
What is a Dilapidation Report, and when do you need one? Learn more about what a Dilapidation report is, and when you might need one, in my conversation with Anthea Maynard, Senior Building Consultant...
View ArticleTen Main Risks when becoming an Owner Builder
Planning on becoming an Owner Builder for your renovation or new build project? There are ten main risks to be aware of before you do. Here’s what to know … Hello! This is Episode 272. In it, I’m...
View Article3 Top Challenges When Building with a Volume Builder
Building with a Volume Builder? Learn 3 top challenges to be aware of, and how to get the best from the process, and your future home, when building with a volume builder. Hello! This is Episode 273,...
View ArticleTips for building with a Volume Builder
Want to build with a Volume Builder? Here are my top tips to get it right, manage your risks, avoid dramas and mistakes, and build a great home. Hello! This is Episode 274, and in it, I want to follow...
View ArticleBarndominiums: What you need to know
What is a Barndominium? It’s a type of residential structure that design-wise, combines the features of a barn and condominium. Here’s what you need to know. Hello! This is Episode 275, and in it, I’m...
View ArticleTeamwork Makes the Dream Work (in Your Reno or New Build)
When renovating or building, your project team is a critical factor in your success. Teamwork makes the dream work! Learn the 3 questions to ask yourself when selecting your team. Listen to the...
View ArticleWhat is Magnesium Oxide Board, with Steve Marskell from Rescom [Part 1 of 3...
What is Magnesium Oxide Board? And what are the benefits of Magnesium Oxide Board as a cladding and internal lining product in residential construction? Steve Marskell from Rescom Building Products...
View ArticleHow to Use and Specify Magnesium Oxide Board, with Steve Marskell from Rescom...
How can you use Magnesium Oxide Board in your renovation or new build? Not all Magnesium Oxide Board is the same, and it’s important to know how and where you can use it, and what to specify. In this...
View Article