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All Manna Of ThingsEp 8. Building Biology with Raphael SiketHave you ever heard of building biology? It’s the crucial understanding of environmental triggers that may be affecting the health of a home and the people living within it. From electromagnetic fields to chemicals released from building materials. Ensuring that Blairgowrie House promoted well-being inside as well as having a low impact on the external environment was hugely important for Dan and Dani. The guys are joined by building biologist and founder of Ecolibria, Raphael Siket, to discuss how we too can have a healthier home.Want to see more? Now check out the web se...2022-12-1438 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 11. Let’s Talk Building Design with Sam from Bellhaus Design OfficeWe’re rounding off this chapter with the building designer behind Blairgowrie House, Sam from Bellhaus Design Office. What’s the difference between an architect and a building designer? And what about a draftsperson? Building is an incredible experience, but it can also be a major headache and an epic beast! Sam gives us a full low down of who and what you may need if you’re thinking of building in Australia, and the expert help that can take a load off your mind. As Dan and Dani settle into Blairgowrie House, they wrap up the series by reflec...2022-12-1338 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 10. Paving the way with Considered Landscape Design with Dave FranklinWe’re cracking on with the Landscaping! Dan and Dani are joined by an old mate from the Block, Dave Franklin from Franklin Landscape and Design. Dave explains the realities of landscape design, how you can get the most value out of your design budget and the unfortunate fate of many clients; a budget maxed out that generally means the landscaping is the first thing foregone! Dan and Dani talk us through the landscape concept for Blairgowrie house and the process of executing the design on their own.Want to see more? Now check out the we...2022-12-1335 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 9. Diving into the Plungie with Jordan ToyneLet’s dive right in, shall we? Jordan Toyne makes a splash on the scene to chat about precast concrete plunge pools, that have become affectionately known as Plungie. This innovative re-imagining of pool infrastructure is pioneering the future of swimming pools, by allowing builders more control over their projects and Australian's a faster, easier, and more often than not, cost-effective solution to years of summer lovin' backyard fun. Dan and Dani talk us through the process of dropping a Plungie pool into Blairgowrie’s backyard.Want to see more? Now check out the web series here...2022-12-1331 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 7. The Flooring Storey with Andy SutherlandFrom doors to floors! Dan and Dani share their thought process behind what elements they let shine and what they keep subdued to achieve their overall design intention, as well as the power of the one per cent details that can make all the difference to the look and feel to an interior of a home. And what in the heck are engineered floorboards? Andy Sutherland from Made By Storey gives us the low down on how crafted timber floors can enrich the way we interact with space.Want to see more? Now check out the...2022-12-1333 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 5. What’s in a Window? With Eugene SalernoWe’re locking up! Blairgowrie House has officially hit the halfway mark. A builder's favourite part (or is it just Dan’s favourite part?) The clock is ticking to get everything right, including windows! They’re big and expensive, yet a fundamental element to any home. Dan and Dani talk us through their inspirations and decision-making process when choosing windows for Blairgowrie House, and Eugene Salerno from Element Windows breaks down the logistics of window systems and his company's involvement in the build.Want to see more? Now check out the web series here!(02...2022-12-1326 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 6. Let’s Talk Interior Design with Nikki from Manna MadeWe’re stepping inside! Dan and Dani crack on with the finer details of the interior. Interior design choices are a huge part of what gives a house it's individual personality and transform it into a home, but without the right skill set, the process can quickly become overwhelming. Nikki Chappell an Interior Designer from the Manna Made team joins us to talk us through the differences between interior design, decoration, and interior styling, and what the process looks like when working with a client to help them create their dream space. (02:00) The joys of hitting the lock...2022-12-1332 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 4. Lights, Lights, Lights with Danielle MastroFrame stage! The walls are up and the build is coming alive. The duo explain the importance of this milestone in any build, as it’s time to lock down any final changes ahead of the next stages with pre-rough-in walk-throughs, and ponder questions like, how will light move through the house? And what about light placement? Danielle Mastro, co- founder of Lights, Lights, Lights joins the conversation with her unrivaled expertise and in-depth knowledge of lighting psychology and the 'why' behind it all.Want to see more? Now check out the web series here!2022-12-1336 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 3. Pragmatic Sustainability with Daren ParkerFor Dan and Dani, building a home that was as sustainable as possible was a top priority, as it is for many people building in 2022. But making conscious selections by no means limits aesthetics and comfort, and it certainly doesn’t have to break the bank! With the help of Darren Parker from Greenest House, together they unpack in real talk what it looks like to build with sustainability as a focus to future-proof their home, and the selections they made around key products and specification to achieve this. Want to see more? Now check out the...2022-12-1346 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 2. Bricks aren’t just Bricks! With Klynton KrauseDan takes us through the nitty-gritty of building and construction elements, and the choices they made when designing the bones of Blairgowrie house, including a revolutionary sub floor system. Plus 3rd generation brick maker, Klynton Krause, from Krause Bricks joins the podcast to unpack the incredible art of handmade bricks, from traditional craftsmanship methods passed down through generations and the modern innovations revolutionising the heart of building. Want to see more? Now check out the web series here!(02:21) The ease and benefits of choosing a spantec sub-floor system.(04:15) Welcome Klynton...2022-12-1327 minAll Manna Of ThingsEp 1. All Manna of Things - Introducing the Blairgowrie HouseThe Blairgowrie love story that started it all. A builder, creative director and founders of a construction and interior design studio, Manna Made, Dan and Dani Reilly unpack the moment they fell in love with a block of land on a weekend away on the Mornington Peninsula, and how it quickly became a dream project in a little slice of paradise.Want to see more? Now check out the web series here!(01:08) Rewinding back to The Block and everything Dan and Dani been up to since, including how Manna Made came to be.2022-12-1332 min
Step Up Your Home with Georgia EzraMedia, Design and Construction with Dani WalesOn this episode of Step Up Your Home we speak with Dani Reilly, ex-contestant on well renowned Australian TV show The Block. Dani and her husband Dan own and direct their end to end design and construction company Manna Made, Dani also co hosts a home and lifestyle series on Channel Ten called Healthy Homes Australia, and while building dream homes for all their clients they are also in the tail end of their own major home build. On this episode we talk about Dani Wales pre the block, the journey to where Dani is today, her goals and...2022-01-2637 min