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Edifice Complex Podcast#99 The Case for CFD & Human Centric Design
Our guest this episode is Kishor Khankari, talking about thermal comfort, IEQ, and CFD as an essential design tool.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How good IEQ is a right!
How temperature is a poor proxy of thermal comfort
How CFD takes pure math to applied solutions
How only 1% of building designers can apply thermal comfort principals
How sustainability may be LARPing / Cosplaying
and much more…….
More on Kishor
On L...2025-02-151h 29
Edifice Complex Podcast#98 P.Eng Vs P.L.Eng Vs CET + Arctic Design Issues
Our guest this episode is Niss Feiner, talking about competence, certified Vs qualified and designing buildings for extreme cold climates.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
P.Eng Vs P.L.Eng Vs CET
Competence
The Arctic “Tax” and cold climate consequences
Influence over knowledge
and much more…….
More on Niss
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niss-feiner-c-e-t-chd-rasdt-rhdt-rvdt-3b577364/
Website: https://www.deltatdesigns.ca/
Bio
N...2025-01-151h 50
Edifice Complex Podcast#97 Dr. Matthew Marson – The Smart Building AdvantageQuality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 4xx).
Our guest this episode is Dr. Matthew Marson, talking about his book, The Smart Building Advantage.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Current state of play for Smart Buildings
Barriers to delivering Smart Buildings
Smart Buildings ROI
“Hustle and Cucumbers”
and much more…….
More on Matthew
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmarson/
Website: https://www.matthewma...2024-12-1545 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#96 Doug Tarry Jr – Net Zero Homes
Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 451).
Our guest this episode is Doug Tarry Jr, talking about his book, A Builders Guide To Net Zero Homes.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
A Builders Guide To Net Zero Homes as a philosophy
Building “Tiny” homes
House purchases being emotional
Talking about the “why”
and much more…….
More on Doug
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-tarry-070ab963/
Website: https://www...2024-11-151h 00
Edifice Complex Podcast#95 Nate Adams The House Whisperer
Our guest this episode is Nate Adams, The House Whisperer talking about his journey from Fiber Glass cult to House Whisperer.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How Passive House cannot scale
How anecdotally, only 10% of California residential HVAC work is executed by permit
Is housing an investment or a cult?
State of play for residential property and what needs to change
And much more….
More on Nate
On LinkedIn: https://ww...2024-09-151h 03
Edifice Complex Podcast#94 Craig Eadie – Data Center Cx
Our guest this episode is Craig Eadie, Managing Director and founder of Straightline Consulting Limited talking about data center commissioning and future trends.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Global standards and an 80/20 approach
The origin of “Cx levels and tagging”
Sharing IP
Reference forecasting
And much more…….
More on Craig
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-eadie-8b930a6/
Straightline Consulting Limited: https://www.straightlineconsulting.co.uk/
...2024-08-151h 04
Edifice Complex Podcast#93 Victoria Burrows – Built Environment Venture Capitalist
Our guest this episode is Victoria Burrows talking about the built environment venture capital investing landscape.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
World Green Building Council
How there are too many codes and standards
Performance based building regulations / codes
Investing in the built environment
And much more…….
More on Victoria
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vkburrows/
KOMPAS: https://www.kompas.vc/
Bio
Vict...2024-07-151h 30
Edifice Complex Podcast#92 Andrew Martin – BlueRithm Founder & Spreadsheet Killer
Our guest this episode is Andrew Martin President and founder of BlueRithm talking about killing spreadsheets and proprietary software for building commissioning and commissioning management.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Owners data requirements
Starting and running SME’s
Mental health
Future of the construction industry
And much more…….
More on Andrew
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-martin-29362849/
BlueRithm: https://bluerithm.com/
Bio
And...2024-06-151h 18
Edifice Complex Podcast#91 Patrick O’Callaghan – Modular Off-Site Construction
Our guest this episode is Patrick O’Callaghan CEO of Off-Site Engineering Solutions, talking about modular off-site construction, Giga projects in Saudi Arabia and much more. Patrick claims, it is possible to build smarter and faster infrastructure with up to 70% less labour by leveraging modular off-site construction.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Saudi Arabian “Giga” projects
Design For Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA)
Barriers to modular, off-site construction
How low cost labour is a trap
And mu...2024-05-151h 04
Edifice Complex Podcast#90 Andy Britnell – The Commtech Story
Our guest this episode is Andy Britnell talking about real business lessons via the story of Commtech UK from inception to sale.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
The power of a firms culture
Andy’s journey from draftsman to business leader
Commtech’s journey from 3 people in a pub to PLC to high value sale
The power of No!
And much more…….
More on Andy
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...2024-04-151h 14
Edifice Complex Podcast#89 Prof Gail Brager – Experiential Design SchemasOur guest this episode is Prof Gail Brager of UC Berkeley talking about built environmental design, the Center for the Built Environment and her new book, Experiential Design Schemas
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Enhancing positives rather than reducing negatives
Open source problem solving
“T” shaped people
Re-framing the climate crisis
And much more…….
More on Gail:
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gail-brager/
Berkeley College of Environmental Design: https...2024-03-151h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#88 Matthew Oliver – Core Values, Ethics & SystemsOur guest this episode is Matthew Oliver talking about core values, ethics, air quality in buildings and systems analysis.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Importance of critical thinking
Importance of inter-disciplinary work
The “post modernity” era
“Engineers Hat” Vs “Managers Hat”
Issues of power & control
And much more…….
More on Matthew
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewboliver/
Bio
Matthew is an experienced senior engineer with ex...2024-02-151h 31
Edifice Complex Podcast#87 Bryce Anderson – “BMS/BAS has not evolved in 30 Years!”
Our guest this episode is Bryce Anderson talking about building technology, BMS/BAS and the state of play in the Australian market and the industry worldwide.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
The distinctions between building technology and BMS/BAS
Why we need BMS/BAS consultants
How the BMS/BAS industry has not really evolved over the last 30 years
How BMS/BAS firms are in danger of being reduced to HVAC controls only
And...2024-01-151h 27
Edifice Complex Podcast#86 Lyn Gomes – Ltg Cx & Bldg Data
Our guest this episode is Lyn Gomes of DPR Construction talking about Lighting systems commissioning, building data management and the application of technology in buildings.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Lighting control commissioning & standards
Issues of control systems data management and third party data management
Post occupancy support
The issue of “too much cow bell”!
And much more…….
More on Lyn
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyngomes/
Websi...2023-12-151h 13
Edifice Complex Podcast#85 Amanda Hu – Health & Wellbeing in Schools
Our guest this episode is Amanda Hu talking about health & wellbeing in schools i.e. our duty of care to children.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How convincing people problems are worth tackling
How pride, credentialism and the need to be right prevent solution adoption
How school building design is the “bottom o the barrel” (Adam’s opinion)
And much more…….
More From Amanda
https://www.cbc.ca/newsinteractives/features/calgary-pa...2023-11-151h 19
Edifice Complex Podcast#84 Alison Watson MBE – Class Of Your Own
Our guest this episode is Alison Watson talking about being a Surveyor, social enterprise, her work at Class of your Own and changing peoples lives via DEC education.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
DEC Careers (Design – Engineer – Construct)
How education transforms lives
Children as Roman Surveyors
Being part of a “family of Professionals”
And much more…….
More on Alison
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonwatsoncoyo/
Website: https://www.classofyouro...2023-10-151h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#83 Karine Leblanc – Not Your Typical Engineer™️
Our guest this episode is Karine Leblanc talking about engineering sales, public speaking and soft skills .
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Awareness
The 7 – 38 – 35 rule
Book writing
The conspiracy of comfort
And much more…….
More on Karine
Karine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karinel/
Karine’s website: https://www.karineleblanc.com/
Karine’s book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Human-Technical-World-ebook/dp/B09RG3ZF9H/ref=sr_1_1?k...2023-09-151h 15
Edifice Complex Podcast#82 David Clark – Training Engineers
Our guest this episode is David Clark talking about training and the future of building engineering.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Being a mentor
Importance of being able to sketch and draw
AI impacting building design and operations
How you should avoid experts and embrace practitioners
And much more…….
More on David
David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dahclark/
David at Stantec: https://www.stantec.com...2023-08-151h 11
Edifice Complex Podcast#81 Lew Harriman – Fearless About Learning
Our guest this episode is Lew Harriman talking about learning, moisture, ventilation and life lessons.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Negative knowledge
ASHRAE
Ventilation post COVID
Information delivery systems
And much more…….
More on Lew
Lew on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lew-harriman-962288/
Bio
Lew Harriman is retired, after 36 years as Director of Research & Consulting at Mason-Grant, 10 years in marketing and applications engineering for Munters...2023-07-151h 13
Edifice Complex Podcast#80 Mark Cree Jackson – IEQ
Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 386).
Our guest this episode is Mark Cree Jackson Ph.D. talking about being a mature student and IEQ.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
The similarity between air quality and water quality
The need for IEQ to be incorporated into building code
Importance of due diligence
Studying for 4 degrees!
And much more…….
More on Mark
Mark’s LinkedIn: https://www.linked...2023-06-151h 18
Edifice Complex Podcast#79 Barnabas Calder – Climate Emergency
Our guest this episode is Barnabas Calder talking about architecture from prehistory to the climate emergency and the influence of “starchitects”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How energy shapes everything
History matters
Sir Norman Foster as an influencer
Adams theory on how Downton Abbey explains property industry hierarchy
And much more…….
More on Barnabas
Barnabas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barnabas-calder-619a30103/
Barnabas on Twitter: @Barnabas...2023-05-151h 15
Edifice Complex Podcast#78 Georgia Elliot-Smith – ESG
Our guest this episode is Georgia Elliott-Smith, our first activist, talking about sustainability, ESG and activism.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Activism
How the word “sustainability” has lost its meaning
Asking why, why, why, why….
How massive open source data and knowledge sharing may be an answer
And much more…….
More on Georgia
Georgia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiaelliott-smith/
Georgia on Twitter: @georgiaes
Element...2023-04-151h 21
Edifice Complex Podcast#77 Lloyd Alter – Living the 1.5 Degree Lifestyle
Our guest this episode is Lloyd Alter talking about life, sustainability and his book “Living the 1.5 Degree Lifestyle”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Working for Treehugger.com
1.5 Degree lifestyle
How mass timber is expensive and not as sustainable as you might think
Future of electric cars
And much more…….
More on Lloyd
Lloyd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyd-alter-827ba7/
Website: https://liveplayworkdotnet.wordpress.com/
T...2023-03-151h 22
Edifice Complex Podcast#076 Allison Bailes – A House Needs To Breathe?
Our guest this episode is Dr. Allison Bailes talking about his book “A House Needs to Breathe…Or Does It?”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Blogging and receiving threats of legal action
Benefits of improving building envelop integrity
Dumb Vs Smart controls
Electrification and nuclear power
And much more…….
More on Allison
Allison on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonabailes/
Website: https://www.energyvanguard.com/
To book...2023-02-151h 17
Edifice Complex Podcast#75 Paul Russell – Even if it Was Free
Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 356).
Our guest this episode is Paul Russell talking about Smart Buildings and his book “Even If It Was Free”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
The danger of the work “pivot”
How we innovate and donkeys do not
The trilogy of temptation
The monetary value of building data
And much more…….
More on Paul
Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulr...2023-01-151h 22
Edifice Complex Podcast#74 Steve Gilchrist – The Circular EconomyOur guest this episode is Steve Gilchrist from Grosvenor talking about property development, his newsletter and the circular economy.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Sustainable development
The circular economy
Construction data capture
Building lighting as a service
And much more…….
More on Steve
Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegilchristlondon/
Steve on Substack: https://www.stevesnewsletter.com/
Company website: https://www.grosvenor.com/
2022-12-151h 34
Edifice Complex Podcast#73 Glenn Hawkins – Training & CxMQuality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 348).
Our guest this episode is Glenn Hawkins, talking about building services and building commissioning training plus the new CIBSE Commissioning Code M. Glenn and his training courses might be the best kept secret in the built environment, we want to change that.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Construction industry productivity
How building services engineering is not a “niche” but is vital
CIBSE Commissioning Code M
Tra...2022-11-151h 12
Edifice Complex Podcast#72 Tracey Jumper – Existing Building CxOur guest this episode is Tracey Jumper, Corporate Director of Commissioning for EMCOR Services Mesa Energy, talking about the upcoming new ASHRAE Standard 230 for Commissioning Process for Existing Systems and Assemblies.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Existing building commissioning (EBCx)
Importance of communication and client management skills for EBCx
How EBCx is like going to the doctor
Vitruvius, the Roman architect and engineer during the 1st century BC
And much more…….
More...2022-10-151h 07
Edifice Complex Podcast#071 Brett Dillon – The Medici EffectOur guest this episode is Brett Dillion from the Building Science Institute talking about the Medici Effect and the state pf play in the USA for residential construction.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Inconsistency
ASHRAE
The battle for relevance
$8,000 for 2 hours work
And much more…….
More on Brett
Brett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettdillon01/
Intellectual Ferret Ltd: https://intellectualferret.com/
The Medici Effe...2022-09-1558 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#070 James Healey – Building OverheatingOur guest this episode is James Healey, AESG Director of Overheating and Acoustics talking about the new UK Building Regulation, Approved Document O, IEQ and building overheating.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
UK Building Regulations, Approved Document O
The connection between acoustics, ventilation, thermal performance and health
The current and climbing UK death toll due to heat related deaths
The implications for building developers and designers going forwards
And much more…….
More...2022-09-011h 02
Edifice Complex Podcast#069 Bill Spohn – Building HVAC Science Podcast HostOur guest this episode is Bill Spohn of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, talking about net zero homes and the entrepreneurial mind set.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
If you enjoy the Edifice Complex, please subscribe on YouTube and/or leave a review at Apple Podcasts, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Bills Net Zero Home
Entrepreneurial Operating System & the 5 Whys Technique
Radon resistant construction
Business leadership and transitions
And much m...2022-08-151h 15
Edifice Complex Podcast#068 Shawna Henderson – Building Science WonkQuality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 335).
Our guest this episode is Shawna Henderson CEO of Blue House Energy talking about building science and opportunities for women in construction.
If you enjoy the Edifice Complex, please subscribe on YouTube and/or leave a review at Apple Podcasts, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Breaking glass ceilings as a female in construction
The “cult” of residential home ownership
The coming performance based building codes
The need to educate home owners
And much more…….
For more inf...2022-07-151h 28
Edifice Complex Podcast#067 Francisco Valentine – BAS & Bldg Controls LiteracyOur guest this episode Francisco Valentine PE talking about his book on BAS & building controls and his take on the current state of building services engineering training i.e. the type of training that is actually useful and explains “how to”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How poor training led Francisco to write his book
The algebra of Francisco i.e. PE + CxE = Controls Engineering = Francisco Valentine
The lack of point to point testing and...2022-06-151h 02
IAQ RadioRobert Bean, FASHRAE - Adam Muggleton - The Edifice Complex Hosts & Radio Joe Team Up to Solve the Worlds IAQ & Building Science ProblemsThis week we have a little change of pace for our audience. We are playing back a new show that Radio Joe recorded recently with the hosts of the Edifice Complex Podcast, Robert Bean and Adam Muggleton. It was a wide ranging show on the podcasting, IAQ, building science and disaster restoration. We may not have solved all the world’s problems but we did at least start to define what’s needed. This thought provoking show with two worldly Canadians, one of whom is a transplant from the UK, was entertaining and informative. It was a broad discussion about the...2022-06-101h 16
Edifice Complex Podcast#066 Joe Hughes – IAQ RadioOur guest this episode is Joe Hughes from IAQ Radio and the IAQ Training Institute talking about IAQ Radio plus IAQ + IEQ in the built environment.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
IAQ Radio origin story
IAQ Vs IEQ
Grenfell Tower Fire (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grenfell_Tower_fire)
Future trends
And much more…….
For more information on Joe
Jo...2022-06-101h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#065 Barry Cope – Building Air Tightness Testing
Our guest this episode is Barry Cope, Group Managing Director of the Building Compliance Testers Association in the UK, talking about all things building air tightness testing plus expansion into Australia and the USA.
If you enjoy the Edifice Complex, please subscribe on YouTube and/or leave a review on Apple. It helps more than you know.
In this episode we discuss:
New UK Building Code requiring 100% of buildings to be air tightness tested
Importance of data
Data from 1.1 million air tightness tests
And much more…….
More on Barry and B...2022-05-151h 19
Edifice Complex Podcast#064 Akira Jones – Building Digital TwinsOur guest this episode is Akira Jones, Director, Digital Services at HH Angus in Toronto Canada, talking about digital twins and digitization of building design, construction and operations.
If you enjoy the Edifice Complex, please subscribe on YouTube and / or leave a review at Apple Podcasts, it helps more than you know.
In this episode we discuss:
Technology as a “window” into building design, construction and operation
Importance of knowledge in data analytics, AWS and scanning tools
BIM / Revit becoming the primary design tools
Digital “...2022-04-151h 09
Edifice Complex Podcast#063 Peter Dyer – “Rottenomics” The Story of New Zealand’s Leaky Buildings DisasterOur guest this episode Peter Dyer, author of “Rottenomics, The Story of New Zealand’s Leaky Buildings Disaster”. Peter estimates the true cost of the leaky homes disaster was $47 billion!
If you enjoy the Edifice Complex, please subscribe on YouTube and/or leave a review at Apple, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Performance based building code.
The perfect storm of performance based building code + new materials + property boom + skills shortage.
How New Zealand is still building leaky buildings.
The importance of investigative journalism.
And much more…….2022-03-1555 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#062 #CovidisAirborne – Panel DiscussionOur guests for this special episode are:
Orla Hegarty, Architect, Assistant Professor at School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy, University College Dublin Ireland
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Orla_Hegarty
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orla-hegarty-15a36a40/
Dr. Christine Peters, Consultant NHS Clinical Microbiologist, Scotland UK
Twitter: https://twitter.com/microlabdoc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-peters-377b4b230/
David Elfstrom, Independent Energy Engineer, Toronto Canada
Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidelfstrom
Li...2022-03-011h 21
Edifice Complex Podcast#061 Duncan Phillips – High Rise Buildings & Stack EffectOur guest this episode is Duncan Phillips of RWDI talking about high rise buildings and stack effect.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Tall buildings
Passive Resilience
Building pressurization and stack effect
The need for summer and winter commissioning for high rise buildings
And much more…….
For more information on Duncan
Duncan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duphillips/
Website: https://rwdi...2022-02-151h 18
Edifice Complex Podcast#060 Thomas Toftgaard Jarløv – A Practical Guide to the Commissioning ProcessOur guest this episode is Thomas Toftgaard Jarløv founder & CEO of Cx Planner and author of “A Practical Guide to the Commissioning Process”. The book is now available in English hardcover, paperback and e-book formats.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Rate of change in technology and building codes and standards
Building commissioning and Thomas’s book
Chauffeur’s knowledge ( http://rohitdhir.com/chauffeurs-knowledge-trap/ )
Mexican standoffs ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mexican_standoff )
And much...2022-01-151h 03
Edifice Complex Podcast#059 Marcus Myers – Practicing & Teaching Building CommissioningOur guest this episode Marcus Myers, Director of Commissioning and Energy Services at Stantec and Faculty Associate at Arizona State University.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Understanding your value
Point to point to point testing, yes that is 3 points…
CSI Division 25 Cx
Long term Vs short term influence
And much more…….
For more information on Marcus
Marcus on LinkedIn https...2021-12-151h 29
Edifice Complex Podcast#058 Daniel Sanderson – Modular Construction & PhilosophyQuality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 302).
Our guest this episode is Daniel Sanderson, founder and CEO of planksip® talking about modular construction, data for construction and philosophy.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Monumental architecture
Stigma of aftermarket modular homes
Christopher Hitchens
Professor Steve Keen
And much more…….
For more information on Daniel
Daniel on LinkedIn https://ww...2021-11-151h 28
Edifice Complex Podcast#057 Andrew Oding – Building Knowledge Canada
Our guest this episode is Andrew Oding, Director of Building Science at Building Knowledge Canada talking about trends and direction of residential property development.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
“Dragged out inertia”
The importance of the “why” Tradesmen as “industrial athletes”
The coming disruption in residential property development
And much more…….
For more information on Andrew
Andrew on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-oding-95511a12/
Building Knowledge Canada...2021-10-151h 29
Edifice Complex Podcast#056 Ian Shapiro – Green Building IllustratedOur guest this episode is Ian Shapiro, engineer, company chairman, university lecturer and co-author of the bestselling book, Green Building Illustrated (2nd Edition).
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Green Building Illustrated, the bestselling book you are not aware off
Importance of STEM communication and Illustrations
How “less is more” is now a virtue
Which green building elements are no longer optional
And much more…….
For more information on Ian
Ian on Linke...2021-09-151h 33
Edifice Complex Podcast#055 Jennifer Berthelot-Jelovic – Sustainability & WELL CertificationOur guest this episode is Jennifer Berthelot-Jelovic talking about sustainability, WELL building certification and much more.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Sustainability as social work
WELL Building Certification program Certification fatigue
Sustainability as an equity metric
And much more…….
For more information on Jennifer
Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferberthelotjelovic/
Jennifer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ASustainAblePro
ASAP website: https://sustainpro.org/
2021-08-151h 30
Edifice Complex Podcast#054 Prof Liam O’Brien – ABnB Reviews & Built Environment ResearchOur guest this episode is Professor Liam O’Brien from Carleton University, talking about academic research in the built environment and using open source data for insight.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Analyzing 1.35 million ABnB reviews.
Don’t be a handbook engineer.
No sitting zones.
The power of teachers to influence and effect change.
And much more…….
For more information on Liam:
Liam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam...2021-07-151h 22
Edifice Complex Podcast#053 Ross Kimbarovsky – The Marketing EpisodeOur guest this episode is Ross Kimbarovsky, entrepreneur and CEO of Crowdspring talking about the importance of marketing and brand management. This is a master class in marketing for property professionals.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
His journey from trial lawyer to entrepreneur i.e. your education does not have to define your career and impact.
Purpose driven marketing.
How each day we see between 3,000 to 10,000 logos.
Underinvestment...2021-06-151h 30
Edifice Complex Podcast#052 Post Pandemic Building Design & Operation Panel DiscussionThis is a special episode. We brought together 4 deep thinking leaders in their respective fields to discuss post pandemic building design & operation.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and leave us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
What lessons can we learn from the pandemic in relation to current and future building stock?
How effective has the multidisciplinary analysis and problem solving been in our response to the pandemic?
Is it ethical to go back to business as usual in the built environment following...2021-05-311h 02
Edifice Complex Podcast#051 Eoghan Hayes – Energy Modelling, Science or Magic?Our guest this episode is Eoghan Hayes, Managing Director of Edge Consultants and all round building simulation wizard.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Do not trust the software!
How the fundamentals matter.
Open source performance data, why it matters.
How 85% of roof top units shut down due to temperature not ventilation requirements.
And much more…….
For more information on Eoghan
Eogh...2021-05-151h 13
Edifice Complex Podcast#050 Ryan Lean – President BCxAOur guest this episode is Ryan Lean, President of the US Building Commissioning Association (BCxA) talking about the BCxA and industry state of play.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
“A built environment worth inheriting”
Whole building commissioning approach
Risks with 100% building electrification and IOT
Arizona State University Cx Courses
And much more…….
For more information on Ryan
Ryan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ry...2021-04-291h 12
Edifice Complex Podcast#049 Dr. Hema Murty – Multi Disciplinary Problem Solving & Star Trek!Our guest this episode is Hema Murty, PhD, Engineer, Data Scientist and Star Trek enthusiast talking about the importance of randomness and multidisciplinary problem solving.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Science driving public policy.
Importance of STEM and engineering role models in culture.
Outsourcing our thinking to cult like figures.
Stochastic nature of modelling.
And much more…….
For more information on Hema
Hema on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/s...2021-04-151h 31
Edifice Complex Podcast#048 Lan Chi Nguyen Weekes – “Tis But A Mere Blip”Our guest this episode is Lan Chi Nguyen Weekes, the engineers, engineer and industry committee multitasker. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Looking ahead and preparing with a life cycle time horizon;
Looking to recovery and low carbon strategies post COVID-19 world;
Volunteering and do the work;
Always be teaching the next generation.
And much more…….
For more information on Lan Chi
Lan Chi on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lan-chi-nguyen-weekes-83152412/
2021-03-151h 02
Edifice Complex Podcast#047 Thomas Toftgaard Jarløv – Copenhagen AirportOur guest this episode is Thomas Toftgaard Jarløv Head of Asset Requirements & Commissioning at Copenhagen Airport, Author of “Guide to Commissioning in Practice” and architect of construction and Cx management software, “Cx planner”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Commissioning as a tactical asset management function
His journey from Electrician to Head of Asset Requirements & Commissioning at Copenhagen Airport
How spreadsheets are not enough to plan and execute building co...2021-02-151h 13
Edifice Complex Podcast#046 Amélie Caron – City Inspector to Building Performance SpecialistOur guest this episode is Amélie Caron talking about her journey from city building inspector to building performance specialist.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How subsidies remove value
Building to last Vs building with a maintenance plan
How to make sustainability a high value want
And much more…….
For more information on Amélie
Amélie on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameliecaronecosynergy/
Amé...2021-01-151h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#045 Eliot Crowe – Lawrence Berkeley National LabOur guest this episode is Eliot Crowe talking about the publication the new paper from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and the Building Commissioning Association on Building commissioning costs and savings across three decades and 1500 North American buildings. The paper is published in “Energy and Buildings, volume 227, 15th Nov 2020.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Eliot’s work on the LBNL & BCA paper
Monitoring based Cx and analytics
Technology Ready Levels (TRL) of buildings
And much...2020-12-151h 18
Edifice Complex Podcast#044 Dan Nall – Design Principles & DisciplineOur guest this episode is Dan Nall who delivers a master class in design principles for building services and how the discipline of design matters in generating great outcomes. This is a 1 hour tutorial for Zero $’s!
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Performative sustainability Vs fundamentals
New York Carbon Emissions and NYC Local Law 97
Energy modelling in the 1970’s
Using systems sequences of control as a starting point for building systems design!And much more...2020-11-151h 05
Edifice Complex Podcast#043 Bill Gray – Being A Host For Your ClientsOur guest this episode is Bill Gray, President North America at Uponor Inc talking about leading, rebranding and market positioning.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
Being a “host” for your clients.
What to put on your resume if you want an interview with Bill.
Should you have radiant or forced air heating.
Should you use PEX or Copper pipework.
And much more…….
For more information on Bill & Uponor
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin...2020-10-1553 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#042 Peter Simmonds – Super & Mega Tall BuildingsOur guest this episode is Dr. Peter Simmonds talking about the release of his book, the ASHRAE Design Guide for Tall, Supertall, and Megatall Building Systems, Second Edition.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How tall buildings are not a fad
Simulation Jockeys
How Facility Managers can dictate building systems design choices
The 2 main reasons building leases are broken i.e. vertical transport and thermal comfort
And much more…….
For more information on P...2020-09-151h 42
Edifice Complex Podcast#041 Ben Breen – PMI (Project Management Institute)Our guest this episode is Ben Breen, Global Head of Construction and Managing Director of Asia Pacific, from the Project Management Institute (PMI). Ben talks about property development in Singapore and what is happening with the Project Management Institute.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and leave a review, it helps more than you know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How PMI is the largest professional organization for project management in the world,
Signature property developments in Singapore,· How for every $1b of project work $114m is wasted,
How 9 out of 10 p...2020-08-151h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#040 – Glen Spry – The Coming Energy Pivot
Our guest this episode is Glen Spry, CEO of SensorSuite Inc, talking about the coming pivot to the energy grid of the future.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
Power outages becoming the new normal
D.O.U.G’s – Dumb Old Utility Guys
Protect and Obstruct
Potential Jobs Armageddon
And much more…
For more information on Glen & SensorSuite
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-spry-energy-professional/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/sensorsuite-inc-/
...2020-07-151h 11
Edifice Complex Podcast#039 Brandon van Blerk – What Would Your Building Say?
Our guest this episode is Brandon van Blerk, CEO of Tether, the IoT Eco System for healthy homes.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
How intelligent devices + software + contextual knowledge = healthy & efficient outcomes.
How less than ~2% of residential buildings meet ASHRAE Std 55 Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy.
How the home PLUS people “drive” housing performance and comfort outcomes.
Data privacy.
The ongoing abolition of the “opulent” office.
And much more…….
For more information on Brandon
Linked...2020-06-151h 05
Edifice Complex Podcast#038 The Godfather of Green, An Eco-Spiritual MemoirOur guest this episode is Jerry Yudelson talking about his new book and life as the “Godfather of Green”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
Is what you know and what you do consist?
How LEED is the “son of” BREEAM
How we are not our work, we are bigger than our work
How it is not enough to be against something, you need to also be for something in the form of service to others
And much more……2020-05-161h 32
Edifice Complex Podcast#037 Rochelle Ade – Green Building Certification is NOT WorkingOur guest this episode is Rochelle Ade, Green Building consultant and PhD candidate talking about applying date and critical thinking to “green building”.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
How Green Building certification should be abolished
Carbon based metrics distract from the importance or water conservation
The state of play in the Australian and New Zealand Green Building markets
How does a blind person know they are in a commercial or residential building?And much more…….
For more informat...2020-05-151h 08
Edifice Complex Podcast#036 Eliot Benor & James Fish – BECxOur guests this episode are Eliot Benor and James Fish of Building Envelop Testing LLC talking about building envelop commissioning.
“If you build it, we will come……then we will spray water on it for 15 mins!”
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
The chaos and lack of credibility of building envelop Cx certifications.
C40 cities and NYC legislation to de-carbonize the existing building stock.
Energy modeling; is it science, art or a self-delusion?
What BECx is and is not.a...2020-04-151h 07
Edifice Complex Podcast#035 Jennifer Veitch – National Research Council CanadaOur guest this episode is Jennifer Veitch, principal research officer for the National Research Council Canada.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
· How physical space effects how we feel.
· Visual inputs as a primary receptor.
· The interconnection between lighting, acoustics and ventilation.
· IEQ as a staff retention factor.
And much more…….
For more information on Jennifer and her work
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferveitch/
Website: https://nrc.canada.ca/en
Websit...2020-03-151h 05
Edifice Complex Podcast#034 Adam Bartman – Reducing the “dumb” in PlumbingOur guest this episode is Adam Bartman founder of Reed, a market leading firm for building water damage and waste prevention.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
How 70% of all building insurance claims are water based
How plumbing systems are dumb, i.e. not connected like HVAC or Fire systems
Using IoT to manage water conservation and risk
And much more…
For more information on Adam and his work
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...2020-02-151h 04
Edifice Complex Podcast#033 Scott Ringlein – Funding Meets Energy EfficiencyOur guest this episode is Scott Ringlein, president and founding partner of The Energy Alliance Group of North America.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
The wall of money looking for energy efficiency projects.
The Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program.
Working as Technical Advisor to the U.S. Department of Energy for the 2009 and 2013 American Recovery Act Advanced Energy Manufacturing program.
And much more…….
For more information on Scott and his work
Link...2020-01-151h 07
Edifice Complex Podcast#032 Henry Gordon-Smith – AgritectureOur guest this episode is international keynote speaker Henry Gordon-Smith talking about Urban Agriculture and the built environment.
As founder of @agritecture, Henry guides entrepreneurs, cities, and companies on triple-bottom-line #localagriculture #urbanag #verticalfarmingsolutions.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
Agritecture and its potential impacts
How a basement can be an urban farm!
Built environment career opportunities in Agritecture
Investment potential in Agritecture
And much more…….
For more information on Henry and his work:
Li...2019-12-1551 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#031 Ask Us Anything
This is a special “ask us anything” episode. We have picked 10 listener questions and tried to answer them in a respectful and thoughtful manner… ; )
Many thinks to all our listeners and especially those who sent in questions, we really appreciate your time.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode Robert gets excited about Greta Thunberg and we answer questions on:
What is building commissioning and how to fix the mess regarding commissioning qualifications and certifications.
“Net Zero” buildings and their effects on...2019-11-151h 45
Edifice Complex Podcast#030 Dr. Steven Fawkes – Finance & Energy EfficiencyOur guest this episode is Dr. Steven Fawkes talking about finance and energy efficiency.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
There is no shortage of money available for investment
How nobody wakes up wanting to buy energy efficiency
How energy supply is investable but energy efficiency currently is hard to invest in
And much more…….
For more information on Dr. Steven Fawkes and his work:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenfawkes/
Website: https://www...2019-10-151h 05
Edifice Complex Podcast#029 Bill Gnerre – Why Does it Take So Long to Set up BMS?
Our guest this episode is Bill Gnerre talking about why it takes so long to set up building controls systems and what can be done about it.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
The 3 things BMS / BAS systems are trying to deliver at the same time
The 4 real costs of an inefficient building automaton system
How controls firms are hardware and NOT software businesses
And much more…….
For more information on Bill and his work:
Link...2019-09-151h 11
Edifice Complex Podcast#028 Harry Knibb – Sustainable PlacesOur guest this episode is Harry Knibb from WSP in the UK, talking about “sustainable places” in the context of property development.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
Embedding unintended consequences within property design decisions
The fact that only 5 skyscrapers worldwide have been deconstructed
The Loneliness Lab
Working in a job bigger than yourself
And much more…….
For more information on Harry and his work:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-knibb-3214a824/
Website...2019-08-151h 18
Edifice Complex Podcast#027 Marcel Harmon – Constructing Our NichesOur guest this episode is Marcel Harmon talking about engineering, anthropology plus political economist Elinor Ostrom and their intersections with building design and development.
If you enjoy this episode, please share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
• How the dominance of air conditioning in America is an historical accident
• Elinor Ostrom’s eight principals
• The “silent box” of poor design and construction
And much more…….
Note: Marcel gave a post interview correction. Political economist Elinor Ostrom was awarded the Nobel Prize...2019-07-151h 19
Edifice Complex Podcast#026 – Andrew Martin – Commissioning Software
Our guest this episode is Andrew Martin, President of BlueRithm talking about Commissioning Software. If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
• The building industry controls firms arms race • The construction industry software scene
• The parasitic cost of paperwork and admin
And much more……..
For more information on Andrew and his work
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-martin-29362849/
Website: https://bluerithm.com
Twitter: @BlueRithmRocks
Bio
Andrew has a Master of Science...2019-07-0155 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#025 – Murray Guy – Lean ConstructionOur guest this episode is Murray Guy talking about Lean Construction, plus Robert and Adam get philosophical at the end of the show.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
How the lean construction approach can reduce design costs by up to 18%!
How the lean construction approach can reduce construction costs by up to 40%!!
How net zero can be had for zero cost penalty if combined with lean construction methods.
And much more…….
For more information on Murr...2019-06-151h 29
Edifice Complex Podcast#024 – Matthew Marson – Smart BuildingsOur guest this episode is Matthew Marson talking about Smart Buildings.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
• How the war for talent is on and the battle ground is the work space
• Smart buildings are really about experiences and service
• How with trust, actions speak louder than words (Mark Zuckerberg take note!)
And much more…….
For more information on Matthew and his work:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewmarson/
Website: s...2019-05-151h 12
Edifice Complex Podcast#023 – Bill Browning – Biophilic Design
Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 190).
Our guest this episode is Bill Browning talking about Biophilic design, John Denver, Buckminster Fuller, Jacques Cousteau and working with some of the worlds leading architects.
If you enjoy this episode, please share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
How nature does not do Zero!
Biophilic design,
Biomimicry and many other interesting intersections with the built environment
And much more…….
For more information on Bill and his work plus some additional information:
2019-04-151h 20
Edifice Complex Podcast#022 – Edward Arens PhD – Building Design for All Senses
Our guest this episode is Edward Arens PhD, Professor Emeritus of Architecture at UC Berkeley and Director of the Center for Environmental Design Research, the University’s research unit for building science and resource efficient urban design.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss
• Designing buildings for “sound, feelings and smell, not visual stimuli” • Full air-conditioning Vs comfort cooling
• Why architects should be artists plus technician practitioners
And much more…….
For more information on Edward and his w...2019-03-151h 05
Edifice Complex Podcast#021 – Steve Burrows CBE – Engineering the ImpossibleOur guest this episode is Steve Burrows CBE, our first guest with an IMDB.com page!
This was an inspiring podcast and Steve believes, and now we do, his life is more exciting than Elon Musk’s.
Steve might be the “Indiana Jones” of building engineering.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss:
Steve’s ambition to enable buildings to be built at half the cost and twice as fast!
The benefits of modular, offsite construction.
His jour...2019-02-151h 03
Edifice Complex Podcast#020 – Bill Bahnfleth – ASHRAE Past President
Our guest this episode is Dr. William Bahnfleth, ASHRAE past President and Professor of Architectural Engineering at Penn State University.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
• Autonomous, self-tuning buildings systems • Wellness movement gaining traction
• Monetizing building performance data
And much more……
For more information on Bill and his work;
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-bahnfleth-b584327/
Website: http://www.ae.psu.edu/
Twitter: @WBahnfleth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bill.bahnf...2019-01-151h 22
Edifice Complex Podcast#019 – John Williams – Mexico City AirportOur guest this episode is John Williams, MEP and sustainability design manager for the Mexico City airport project.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
• His journey from Manchester UK to the USA to Mexico. Who says engineering careers are boring!
• The unique challenges designing a new airport located 1 mile above sea level with high outside air pollution levels.
• Trans-disciplinary design.
And much more……
For more information on John and his work;2018-12-151h 21
Edifice Complex Podcast#018 – Saeed Al Abbar: Chairman Emirates GBCOur guest this episode is Saeed Al Abbar, Chairman of the Emirates Green Building Council and a Board Member of the World Green Building Council.
The sound quality can be a little uneven in this episode. When we recorded this podcast Saeed was in India, Robert was in the USA and I was in Canada. However Saeed is really worth listening to, so please accept our apologies and listen to Saeed, it is worth it IMHO.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In...2018-11-151h 03
Edifice Complex Podcast#017 – Professor Roland Clift – Ethics
Our guest this episode is Professor Roland Clift who helped develop the discipline of Industrial Ecology.
If you enjoy this episode, please share it with friends and give us a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
Ethics around, engineering, sustainability and the built environment.
The established legal principal that “I was only following orders or doing what everyone else was doing” is not a defense.
The professors 3 ideas to make a difference.
And much more……
For more information on Professor Roland Clift and his work; Web site: https://www.surrey.a...2018-10-1557 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#016 – Bjarne W Olesen ASHRAE President
Our very special guest this episode is Bjarne W Olesen Ph.D. ASHRAE President 2017–2018.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give as a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
Why the Why matters
Radiant heating
ASHRAE Std. 55 & Povl Ole Fanger Extending global community
And much more……
For more information on Bjarne and his work:
Download History of Radiant Heating & Cooling Systems paper
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Povl_Ole_Fanger
https://www.nap.edu/read/11912/chapter/23
http://www.iciee...2018-09-151h 11
Edifice Complex Podcast#015 – Kristof Irwin – Resetting Our ExpectationsOur guest this episode is host of the Building Science Podcast, Kristof Irwin, talking about resetting our collective expectations of buildings.
If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give as a review on iTunes.
In this episode, we discuss;
1. How energy is a technology, not just a fuel,
2. Air filters can be a poignant moment in life!
3. How “health is the new green”
And much more……
For more information on Kristof and his work;
Website: https://positiveenergy.pro
Twitter: @kwhgeek
Li...2018-08-151h 03
Edifice Complex Podcast#014 – Natasha Arsenijevich & Andrew Bowerbank – Agriculture & Sustainability
Our guests this episode are Natasha Arsenijevich and Andrew Bowerbank talking about agriculture, the food chain and its impact on the environment.
In this episode:
Andrew provides an update on the Ellis Don “Low Carbon Impact Initiative”
Natasha drops some serious knowledge on food production & consumption and its impact on the environmen
Natasha scares us with a statistic about antibiotic use in the USA!
And much more……
For more information on Natasha and her work:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-arsenijevich-95b3a1b5/
For more information on Andrew a...2018-07-151h 02
Edifice Complex Podcast#013 – Natalie Dione Alexander – How to Be a Leader in Heels
The Edifice Complex likes to profile women in property who are crushing it and stand as roles models for all young graduates, male or female.
In that spirit and in addition to our normal schedule, our guest this episode is Natalie Dione Alexander talking about the property industry, leadership and her new book, “How to be a Leader in Heels”.
In this episode, we discuss:
Sustainability and property development in the Caricom Trade Zone.
The importance of soft skills.
Her journey from immigrant to Canada to, RICS qualification to PhD Candidate. Her book “How to be...2018-07-021h 09
Edifice Complex Podcast#012 – John Hughes RICS Global President – Future Property Trends
Our very special guest this episode is John Hughes, Global President of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (RICS).
In this episode, we discuss:
RICS past, present and future
Big data, blockchain plus AI trends in property
Variance in international property measurement standards of up to 24%!
And much more……
For more information on John and his work:
Twitter: @JohnHughesTO
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-hughes-4087317/
Website: https://www.rics.org
Website: https://www.hemson.com
Bio
In addition to being President of RICS, John Hughes is a...2018-06-151h 10
Edifice Complex Podcast#011 – Jerry Yudelson – Reinventing Green BuildingOur guest this episode is Jerry Yudelson who, in 2011, Wired magazine named the “Godfather of Green”, talking about reinventing green building.
In this episode, we discuss:
Buildings as information devices
LEED certification and why it is not working
The difference between standards and codes in one sentence!
And much more……
Jerry Yudelson, PE, MS, MBA, LEED AP, is one of the America’s leading experts on green buildings, and is the Principal of Yudelson Associates.
Jerry is a Registered Professional Engineer in Oregon, and a USGBC LEED AP since 2001. Jerry has an MBA fro...2018-05-151h 06
Edifice Complex Podcast#010 – Dr. Peter Simmonds – Pushing the Envelope
Our guest is Dr. Peter Simmonds, talking about Bangkok airport, radiant cooling and comfort driven building design. We really enjoyed talking to Peter, he is a no-nonsense guy who pushes through where others fear to go.
In this episode, we discuss:
Peter’s work on Bangkok International Airport (Displacement ventilation & Radiant Cooling)
The importance of Mean Radiant Temperature and Thermal Comfort
Comfort driven building design
And much more……
Dr. Peter Simmonds has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and another in Research and Development from Reading Technical College and a Master’s degree...2018-04-151h 07
Edifice Complex Podcast#009 – Paul Ghezzi – Disrupt or Be Disrupted
Do you ever wonder about the future, well do ya? Then this is the podcast for you!
Our guest is Paul Ghezzi, CEO of Kontrol Energy Corp (CSE:KNR, FSE:1K8), talking about future disruptions coming to the built environment.
Kontrol Energy recently launched the bIOTAsphere, a Decentralized Ledger Technology (DLT) accelerator and commercialization facility serving academia, government, and business groups looking to bring solutions to market in the sectors of distributed energy, carbon reduction, smart buildings and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Paul Ghezzi is a leader in clean tech, renewable energy...2018-03-1551 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#008 – Cecilia Garay Chaparro & April Byers – Pushing Through
For us, this is a special and important episode of the podcast. This episode deals with issues women face in engineering. We hope that through telling one woman’s story and suggesting some coping strategies, we can help inspire other women in engineering and help men understand what it is like to travel for a while, in a woman’s steps.
Cecilia Garay Chaparro is an Electrical / Mechanical Engineer and CEO of IIE SA DE CV, a turnkey building services and energy solutions contractor in Monterrey Mexico.
As a woman in Engineering, Cecilia has experienced and o...2018-03-011h 19
Edifice Complex Podcast#007 – Lloyd Alter: The Case Against Net Zero & Using Too Much of EverythingOur guest this month is Lloyd Alter, talking about Net Zero, using less, and designing things better.
Lloyd Alter has been an architect, developer, inventor and prefab promoter. Lloyd was past president of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Canada and teaches sustainable design at Ryerson University School of Interior Design. In 2014 Lloyd won the USGBC Leadership Award.
Lloyd currently writes for TreeHugger.com and MNN.com.
In the course of his work developing residential property and prefabs, Lloyd became convinced that we use too much of everything, too much space, too much land, to...2018-02-141h 01
Edifice Complex Podcast#006 – Mario P Iusi: IOT & BuildingsOur guest this month is Mario P Iusi.
Mario P Iusi is an entrepreneur and former President/CEO of Ameresco Canada. During his tenure, he was instrumental in the creation of the energy performance, contracting business in Canada.
Mario is now EVP of Sensor Suite Inc in Toronto.
SensorSuite® Inc. is a real-time sensor intelligence platform that connects managers to their buildings and the machines within to reduce operational risks, improve performance and reduce utility costs by as much as 25-30%.
The SensorSuite® Inc tag line is, “Smarter Buildings Make Sense.”
In...2018-01-1450 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#005 – Dr. Zoltan Nagy: The Gap Between Energy & Thermal ComfortOur guest this month (December 15th) is Dr. Zoltan Nagy.
In addition to having a really cool first name and being young and accessible, Dr. Nagy is an assistant professor in the Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at The University of Texas in Austin, directing the Intelligent Environments Laboratory since 2016.
A roboticist turned building engineer, Dr. Nagy’s research interests include important topics that might actually change buildings for the better:
Smart buildings and cities
Renewable energy systems
Control systems for zero emission building operation
Machine learning and artificial intelligence for the bu...2017-12-1453 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#004 – Andrew Bowerbank: Low Carbon Impact InitiativeOur guest this month is Andrew Bowerbank.
Andrew is Global Director, Sustainable Building Services at Ellis Don and leads their Carbon Impact Initiative. Andrew was named one of Canada’s top 16 sustainability leaders through the 2017 “Clean50”, is a member of the World Bank’s Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition, and he chairs the Cleantech Advisory Board at Centennial College.
Andrew is the former Executive Director/CEO of the World Green Building Council representing over 60 member nations. During his tenure with the WorldGBC, he was the member representative at the United Nations Environmental Programme.
In this epi...2017-11-1458 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#003 – Holley Chant: Sustainability – A UAE PerspectiveOur guest this month is Holley Chant, LEED AP, GSAS CGP, CEEQUAL AP.Robert and I really enjoyed this discussion, it was great to get Holley’s perspective on performance and sustainability within the built environment. Holley is a powerful example and role model for women within the built environment. Holley is the Executive Director of Corporate Sustainability and Commissioning at KEO International Consultants, a 2,500-person organization ranked in ENR’s Top 20 International Project Management Firms and BD World’s Top 100 Architecture firms. Holley has built the firm’s sustainability business from the ground up, driving projects th...2017-10-1458 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#002 – Dr. Nicholas (Nick) Clements: Behavioural Building ScienceDr. Clements is an engineer working with the Well Living Lab (WLL). He aides in conducting research on improving human health, experience, and performance in the built environment. Prior to working with the WLL, Nick was involved in research areas that include indoor and outdoor air quality, indoor and outdoor microbial communities, and infection control.
In this episode, we discuss:
Nick’s work with WLL and DELOS
Behavioral Science
Data Mining Analytics for buildings
Infection control
LEED, IEQ, CDC, and more
For more on Nick and his work:
Delos.com / DrNickClements.com / Twitter @Dr...2017-09-1152 min
Edifice Complex Podcast#001 – Why Are We Doing This?Adam Muggleton has been immersed in property and construction for 37 years. Having worked in 20 countries and held leadership positions at several firms, he has a unique skill stack derived from convergent experience in property development, design team management, project management, and building commissioning.
Robert Bean is a building systems designer, author, and educator with over 35 years’ experience. He is president of Indoor Climate Consultants Inc. and director of www.healthyheating.com, an online resource serving as a technical interpreter and consolidator of academic research done within building and health sciences.
In this episode, we discuss:...2017-09-0939 min