The Building Sciology Poddie

De: Jess Kismet
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  • My mission is to educate builders, architects and home owners so you can create the most comfortable, healthiest buildings possible. When you know better, you can do better.
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  • #9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Angel
    Apr 27 2025

    In this episode, Cindy Angel shares her journey of building a sustainable home with her husband Shane in Lake Caddai. As a thermal performance assessor, Cindy discusses the challenges and triumphs of designing their home, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency, healthy building principles, and collaboration with builders. She reflects on her educational background, the use of NatHERS software for energy assessments, and the lessons learned throughout the construction process. Cindy also highlights the significance of creating a home that supports well-being and the impact of building materials on health.


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    1 h y 3 m
  • #8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery
    Apr 14 2025
    In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I chat with Luke Callery, the founder of Callery Building, an Adelaide-based construction company, increasingly known for its commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and energy-efficient building practices. Luke shares his journey from a traditional carpentry apprenticeship to embracing high-performance building techniques through programs like Elevate. He discusses the importance of education, networking, and collaboration in the construction industry, as well as the challenges and successes of growing his team and adapting to client expectations. The conversation highlights the significance of building better homes that prioritize comfort, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Useful Links from Our Chat ⁠Elevate Program⁠ ⁠Live Life Build⁠ ⁠How does a heat recovery ventilation system work?⁠ ⁠What is a blower door test?⁠ ⁠Build Insite Instagram ⁠ ⁠Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson Course⁠ ⁠#22 Building a Better Industry with Andrew Healey of Bowens - Part 1⁠ ⁠#22 Building a Better Industry with Andrew Healey of Bowens - Part 2⁠ ⁠#19 Elevating Building Standards with Daniel Jakobs of Pro Clima Part 1⁠ ⁠#19 Elevating Building Standards with Daniel Jakobs of Pro Clima Part 2⁠ ⁠Yourhome.gov.au⁠ ⁠Mindful Builder Podcast⁠ ⁠Climasure Blogs⁠ ⁠Sustainable Builders Alliance by Builders Declare⁠ ⁠Adelaide Sustainable Building Network⁠ ⁠Undercover Architect⁠ ⁠On what happened in South Australia with the NCC is a bad look - The Fifth Estate⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Luke Callery 00:59 The Journey of Callery Building and the Elevate Program 03:30 Transitioning to High Performance Building Practices 06:43 The Importance of Education and Mentorship in Building 09:24 Core Philosophy and Mission of Callery Building 10:04 Types of Projects and Energy Efficiency Challenges 12:12 Client Expectations and Balancing Costs 15:10 Communication and Reducing Variations in Projects 27:09 Educating Architects and Designers 32:34 The Importance of Collaboration in Construction 37:14 Building Relationships: The Role of Communication 41:20 Growing and Expanding the Team 50:10 Advice for Aspiring Builders 52:07 Future Vision for Callery Building 54:36 Navigating Energy Efficiency and Building Codes Follow Building Sciology on the ⁠gram ⁠or get in touch at jess@buildingsciology.net!Visit the ⁠website ⁠for show notes and a full transcript and sign up to the mailing list ⁠here⁠! Sponsor Websites Climasure Enduro Builders
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  • #7 - How Do We Make Thermal Bridging Sexy with Ken Long
    Mar 30 2025

    In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I have a chat with Ken Long, the Regional Sustainability Manager at LendLease and chairperson of the Adelaide Sustainable Building Network. We discuss Ken's journey into sustainability, the role of the ASBN in promoting sustainable practices, and the importance of community engagement. Ken shares insights on the challenges of making sustainability, the significance of the Green Book as a resource, and the need for policy changes to ensure better living conditions through sustainable housing. The conversation emphasises the importance of construction details in achieving energy-efficient homes and the collective responsibility to foster a sustainable future.


    Useful Links From Our Chat

    Adelaide Sustainable Building Network

    Solar Decathlon

    Glenn Murcutt - Australian Architect

    Sustainable House Day - 5th May 2025

    Renew Sustainable House Day - Webinar series 2025

    The Green Book

    ASBN YouTube Channel


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Sustainability in Architecture

    01:10 Ken's Journey into Sustainability

    06:11 The Role of Education in Sustainability

    09:06 The Adelaide Sustainable Building Network

    14:58 Engagement and Community in Sustainability

    20:17 Events and Networking Opportunities

    25:17 Challenges in Promoting Sustainability

    29:43 Making Sustainability Appealing

    31:42 The Perception of Sustainability

    35:02 Social Dynamics and Sustainability

    40:12 The Green Book: A Resource for Sustainability

    45:03Policy Changes for Sustainable Living

    52:52Key Takeaways on Sustainable Housing


    Follow Building Sciology on the ⁠gram ⁠or get in touch at jess@buildingsciology.net!Visit the ⁠website ⁠for show notes and a full transcript and sign up to the mailing list ⁠here⁠!


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    1 h y 2 m
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