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Building Sustainability PodcastSaving Swifts: A Brick for the Birds - Hannah Bourne-Taylor - BS133Swifts are among the most remarkable birds on Earth — they sleep on the wing, migrate thousands of miles, and return each year to nest in the same tiny holes in our buildings. But as we insulate, repoint, and renovate, those nesting sites are vanishing — and so are the birds.This week, Jeffrey speaks with Hannah Bourne-Taylor — author, activist, and the powerhouse behind the campaign to mandate “swift bricks” in all new UK homes. From raising wild birds in Ghana to walking naked through Westminster with painted feathers, Hannah’s journey is as bold as it is heartfelt.Ful...2025-04-221h 21
The Insight Podcast#136 | Maintain your healthy habits, a flexible mindset, ancient grains & more | Jeffrey BoadiJeffrey Boadi is a passionate researcher and advocate for all things plant-based health and wellness.
Jeffrey is a positive and reasonable voice in the self-development space and one of my favourite accounts on Instagram for his blend of recipes, workouts and general life advice.
I talk to him about:
- What he’s changed his mind on in the last 5 years
- Lessons he’s taking into 2025
- What he believes most people get wrong about habits and his top tips for reaching your goals
- The balance between discipline and being flexible and why they both have a role in a...2025-01-2055 min
No SubstitutesHome Movies ft. Jeffrey HartOn this week's episode of No Substitutes, we are joined by Jeffrey Hart! He talks about how his father’s home movies inspired him to become a director, the way Holly Randall got him to join the dark side, some of the exciting new stuff he is working on at Xsweet, the way he runs a set, his favorite memories with his father, and so much more!
No Substitutes was created by Lumi Ray and Christopher Kapoh-Perez
0:00 How To Be A Corn Star Director
4:30 When Jeffery Hart St...2025-01-141h 13
Building Sustainability PodcastFrom Constraints to Creativity: The Art of Sustainable Renovations - Sigi Koko - BS131In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Sigi Koko, founder of Down to Earth Design, to explore the world of natural renovations. Sigi shares her journey of blending sustainability and health into home retrofits, highlighting the transformative power of materials like clay and hemp in creating spaces that feel alive, healthy, and grounded.We dive into:The challenges and creativity sparked by constraints in renovation projects.Why natural materials like clay plaster and hemp insulation are game-changers for indoor air quality, sound, and moisture control.The importance of reclaiming and reimagining our housing stock for...2024-12-1347 min
Building Sustainability PodcastRetrofit Naturally with Sigi Koko - BS130In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, Sigi Koko of Down to Earth Design shares her deeply personal journey of transforming a historic farmhouse into a fully natural, sustainable home. From retrofitting with hempcrete to creating stunning clay archways, Sigi discusses the challenges, surprises, and joys of renovating a home with natural materials.We explore:The differences between renovation and retrofit—and why Sigi sees her project as the ultimate retrofit.Creative solutions for insulating, incorporating mass, and optimizing indoor air quality.The unique decision-making process required for retrofits, including balancing budget, structural concerns, and en...2024-12-131h 14
Building Sustainability PodcastRetrofit using Natural Materials - Will Stanwix - BS121Join me and special guest Will Stanwix as we uncover the secrets of retrofitting a 300-year-old barn with crushed clay roof tiles for stunning finishes in vibrant hues.Dive deep into the history of a saw pit turned wheelwright's house, exploring artefacts and building techniques from the past. Learn about sustainable construction materials like clay blocks, hempcrete, and wood fibre insulation for eco-friendly and cosy spaces. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation on traditional building methods, woodwork skills, brick-making techniques, and the importance of community collaboration in sustainable construction practice.Clayfest 2024...2024-04-031h 05
Building Sustainability PodcastWoven in the bone - Sam Goates - BS117In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, host Jeffrey Hart sits down with Sam Goates from Woven in the Bone, a company that creates woven cloth on pedal-powered looms in Scotland. Sam discusses her love-hate relationship with her looms, the challenges of the industry, and the satisfaction she derives from weaving. We also delve into the process of starting a business, the importance of building relationships with customers, and the impact of rejection. Tune in to hear Sam's journey in the world of cloth-making and her pursuit of sustainable practices.Episode links:Woven in...2024-02-061h 11
Building Sustainability PodcastYule Nonsense - Jeffrey Hart & Mike Hill - BS113Happy solstice everyone!This episode I'm once again joined by Mike Hill for a festive episode.Join us for an eggnog while we give a very lighthearted review of our year and answer listener questions.There are cracker jokes, mince pies and mulled wine - Plus we talk tiny house details, self-care, stoves, hemp insulation, top 5 tools and much more.Hope everyone enjoys the festive period, normal podcast schedule resumes in January with some incredible guests. Jeffreyxx Hosted on...2023-12-211h 22
Building Sustainability PodcastWhy I carve spoons while the world burns - Dave Cockcroft - BS104We go beyond the usual chit-chat and really dig deep into how our disconnection from nature is contributing to exploitative practices and how crafting can bring us back in sync with our roots. All the while, we analyze the dominant stories we live by and their role in perpetuating these exploitative practices. Crafting for us, isn't just a hobby, but a powerful tool to reconnect with nature and rewrite the world's narrative. Hear us wax lyrical about the unique connection between our hands and brains, the history of makers, and the critical role dexterity and nerve connections play in...2023-09-181h 09
The Insight Podcast#68 | Ultra-processed food, emotional eating, discipline & more | Jeffrey BoadiWelcome to The Insight Podcast.
Today, I’ve invited Jeffrey Boadi onto the show. Jeffrey has a huge following on social media who are enjoying his recipes and lifestyle tips to help them live a healthy and happy life. He is also the founder of “The Wealth of Health” - a resource aimed at promoting plant-based health, wellness and performance.
We talk about:
- Ultra-processed foods and their effect on our health
- How discipline and awareness can help us resist the pull of these foods and reclaim our health and vitality
- How you can break the cycle of emotio...2023-06-1040 min
Building Sustainability PodcastKickstarting Your Career in Natural Building - Allstar Natural Builders - BS100Ready to kickstart your career in natural building and sustainable construction? Join us as we celebrate our 100th episode in the company of Allstar Natural Builders - Becky Little, Julz Baker, Em Appleton, Dylan Walker, and William Stanwix. Learn from these inspiring professionals as they share their experiences, advice, and pathways into this growing industry.Discover the diverse journeys our guests took to enter the world of sustainable building, from traditional brickwork apprenticeships to heritage skills routes. Gain valuable insights on continuous learning, hands-on experience, and the importance of networking in the field. Our panel also discusses...2023-06-081h 05
Building Sustainability PodcastThe Biophilic Tiny House - Part 3 of 3 - The build - Jeffrey Hart - BS093The concluding part of the Biophilic Tiny House Christmas conversation. In this episode we discuss how long it took to build, costs, hardest bits, best bits, how to keep up motivation, future plans and advice for future tiny house builders. LinksKind Supply (Hemp Insulation) - https://kindsupply.co.uk/Indinature Hemp - https://www.indinature.co/Tiny House Podcast LinksBuilding A Tiny House - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/building-a-tiny-house-flo-hamer/An Extendable High Top Tiny House - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/an-extending-high-top-tiny-house-philippa-battye-bs049/Tiny House Design 101 - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/tiny-house-design-101...2022-12-2343 min
Building Sustainability PodcastThe Biophilic Tiny House - Part 2 of 3 - Technical Details - Jeffrey Hart - BS092This is part 2 of the natural biophilic tiny house Christmas special episode. Guest interviewer Mike Hill quizzes me on technical details such as air tightness, ventilation, solar power, heating, and water.Episode LinksKind Supply (Hemp Insulation) - https://kindsupply.co.uk/Indinature Hemp - https://www.indinature.co/Chris Magwood Podcast (plastic membrane) - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-buildings-are-going-to-save-the-world-chris-magwood-bs044/Gervase Mangwana podcast (C02 levels in my home) - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-deep-to-retrofit-ventilating-right-gervase-mangwana-23-bs084/Bimble Solar Calculator - https://www.bimblesolar.com/solarcalcEnergy Monkey - https://energymonkey.co.uk/Wind and Sun - http://w...2022-12-231h 00
Building Sustainability PodcastThe Biophilic Tiny House - Part 1 of 3 - Design considerations and materials - Jeffrey Hart - BS091Today we are talking to me, Jeffrey Hart, designer and builder of the biophilic tiny house. This is the Christmas special, and so is a light-hearted chat with some mince pies and mulled wine. We talked for 4 hours, and edited down to just shy of 3 hours! In this episode, we discuss why I wanted to build a tiny home, small living, how to find the land, design considerations, budget, windows, materials, the design process, technical details and biophilic design. Episode linksKind Supply (Hemp Insulation) - https://kindsupply.co.uk/Indinature Hemp...2022-12-231h 13
Hart2Heart with Dr. Mike Hart#61: Dr. Mike Hart and Jeffrey Albert TuckerJeffrey Albert Tucker is an American economics writer of the Austrian School, an advocate of anarcho-capitalism and Bitcoin, a publisher of libertarian books, a conference speaker, and an internet entrepreneur. In 2021, Tucker founded the nonprofit Brownstone Institute for Social and Economic Research, a think tank that has published articles opposing various measures against COVID-19, including masking and vaccine mandates. Senior roles were given to Martin Kulldorff and Jay Bhattacharya, two of the co-authors of the Great Barrington Declaration, which Tucker also helped to organize. The institute has described itself as "the spiritual child" of the Great Barrington...2022-05-2653 min
The Broken Tables PodcastEpisode 35- AEW Dynamite 5/18/22 LIVE Review/Recap Show | OWEN HART CUP | MAKI ITOH | JOSHI HAS ARRIVED IN AEWEpisode 35- AEW Dynamite Recap/Review Show with Host Jeffrey Vegas and Co-host Rome. We will be LIVE right after the show goes off the air at 10PM a full review of Dynamite, and a preview of this week's Rampage!
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Tiny SessionsTiny House Builds With Sustainable Materials - Jeffrey Hart | ft. The Natural BuilderJeffrey Hart, is a natural builder, podcaster and educator. This man is a wealth of knowledge and has lived in many forms of tiny house over the last 10 years. Luton vans, tent hammocks, domes, cabins and most recently in my 38ft narrow boat ‘Barefoot’ for 6 years. This year he decided he would like to live a land based life, so sold the boat and began construction of his tiny house.The aims of the tiny house were to create an example of what’s possible with low carbon natural materials, but built to high performance specifi...2022-03-2554 min
Live Healthy Be WellSecret Ingredients - Jeffrey Smith on the Brett Hawes podcastIn this episode Jeffrey joins Brett Hawes on his Holistic Health Mastercalss podcast, Jeffrey and Brett discuss “Secret Ingredients” which is the new film by Jeffrey Smith and Amy Hart. They discuss the film in-depth and speak extensively about the families that are featured in it. They also highlight the greater concerns surrounding GMO’s – glyphosate, BT, genetic modification and of course, government corruption. There are some striking (and frightening) observations discussed on the show today. Couple this with the most recent $2bn lawsuit against Monsanto and it is clear that glyphosate and GMO’s should be b...2022-03-0256 min
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to design the natural home of your dreams - Sigi Koko - BS070Sigi Koko is the principal designer of Down to Earth Design, which she founded in 1998 to help her clients manifest their dreams of living in a natural, healthy home. She works exclusively on projects that are natural, energy-efficient buildings, on the forefront of sustainable design. Every project functions in synchronicity with its environment, relating to seasonal cycles of sun, wind, and rain to provide natural heating and cooling primarily from passive (free!) sources. Her clients enjoy an average 50% reduction in total energy usage compared to conventional buildings. She uses a palette of building materials that ensure healthy indoor space and mi...2022-02-1459 min
Building Sustainability PodcastNatural Homes - Materials, Myths and Empowerment - Sigi Koko - BS071Sigi Koko is the principal designer of Down to Earth Design, which she founded in 1998 to help her clients manifest their dreams of living in a natural, healthy home. She works exclusively on projects that are natural, energy-efficient buildings, on the forefront of sustainable design. Every project functions in synchronicity with its environment, relating to seasonal cycles of sun, wind, and rain to provide natural heating and cooling primarily from passive (free!) sources. Her clients enjoy an average 50% reduction in total energy usage compared to conventional buildings. She uses a palette of building materials that ensure healthy indoor space and mi...2022-02-141h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastAffordable cob homes built by AI drones - Daniel Weddle & Zach Dwiel - BS069Well, there's a title I didn't expect to write when I started this podcast! Today I'm talking to Danny and Zach from Terran Robotics about their work training AI drones to build cob homes. Now this might sound a little crazy when you are first introduced to the idea, but the logic behind it is solid. To make affordable homes, build with the cheapest material and reduce the labor costs. Have a listen to the work that Danny and Zach are up to today and let me know what you think! Episode L...2022-02-011h 03
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to add Insulation to your home - Part 1- Ben Kerslake - BS067With energy prices soaring, everybody has good reason to be thinking about adding more insulation to their home. In this episode we are discussing the best types of insulation for your home and the pros and cons of some different types. A recommended listen for anyone looking to increase the energy efficiency of their home.Ben Kerslake is back! Ben last joined us way back in Episode 45 to discuss solving damp problems with lime plaster. Check out insulation month at: https://www.carringtonlime.co.uk/coursesBuilding Sustainability Community - https://www.facebook.c...2022-01-181h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to add Insulation to your home - Part 2 - Ben Kerslake - BS068Part 2! (Check out episode 67 for Part 1)With energy prices soaring, everybody has good reason to be thinking about adding more insulation to their home. In this episode we are discussing the best types of insulation for your home and the pros and cons of some different types. A recommended listen for anyone looking to increase the energy efficiency of their home.Ben Kerslake is back! Ben last joined us way back in Episode 45 to discuss solving damp problems with lime plaster.Check out insulation month at: https://www.carringtonlime.co.uk/courses2022-01-1848 min
Building Sustainability PodcastBuilding with Hemp, a Circular, Bioregional Construction Economy - George Massoud & Summer Islam - BS066We discuss the report created by Material Cultures and ARUP which examines the potential positive impacts of a bioregional construction economy, from improvements in biodiversity to an increase in construction jobs and security; building a case for redistributing the values of the construction industry towards a cleaner, sustainable methodology for growth that is beneficial to all. It can be viewed here.Until recently, little attention has been paid to the carbon impacts of the construction and refurbishing of buildings, with the majority of focus on their operational performance. Substituting carbon intensive technical materials with regenerative resources and...2022-01-0652 min
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to make our interior space healthy and sustainable - Rachel Fowler - BS065Rachel Fowler is an interior designer who focusses on creating healthy and sustainable spaces. We discuss how to design healthy, what to watch out for and get into the healthy products and finishes you could be choosing in your own project. Her company website - https://rachelfowlerinteriors.com/Her book - My happy place - https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/My-Happy-Place-by-Rachel-Fowler-author/9781788602983Episode LinksEnki Magazine - https://enkimagazine.comDeclare - https://declare.living-future.org/Cradle to cradle - https://www.c2ccertified.org/get-certified/product-certificationBlue angel - https://www.blauer-engel.de/e...2021-12-201h 10
Building Sustainability PodcastWhat are the environmental impacts of building with Straw? - John Butler - BS064John Butler is back for another episode, this time focussing on 'natural' materials and their whole life carbon. Topics include:What natural means, is it a useful descriptor? The results from a new UK Straw Bale Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Is there enough straw to build a reasonable quantity of homes with? Why is John called the woodlouse? This episode has associated graphs to peruse on the BSP website: https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/what-is-the-environmental-impact-of-building-with-straw-balesSupport the podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityEpiso...2021-12-071h 08
Building Sustainability PodcastWhy should we be building Passivhaus? - John Butler - BS063 In this episode John explains the principles and requirements of Passivhaus construction. He dispels some common myths and goes into some of the nuances of how its achieved. Does living in a passivhaus mean living in a bubble? Can I open the windows in a passivhaus?How airtight should it be? What are the benefits of MVHR?John's work can be found here: https://www.sustainablebuildconsultancy.com/Links from this episode:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oblique_Strategieshttps://passivehouse-international.org/https://www.passivhaustrust.org.uk/https://aecb.net/1500 Passive house’s in UK...2021-11-301h 19
Building Sustainability PodcastChanging Construction Materials and Cultures in the Waste Age - George Massoud & Summer Islam - BS062The construction industry needs a shake up. Not just in the materials that are used but in the cultures within the industry. We talk about George and Summer's take on how we should be constructing and discuss their design for the Waste Age exhibition in London.My Movember Space - https://uk.movember.com/mospace/14634309Mental health support links: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/getting-helphttps://www.time-to-change.org.uk/mental-health-and-stigma/help-and-supportFind local support charities - https://hubofhope.co.uk/Episode Linkshttps://materialcultures.org/Waste Age Exhibition...2021-11-161h 11
Building Sustainability PodcastCircular Economy in the Built Environment - Duncan Baker-Brown - BS061Welcome back to Building Sustainability, this episode I'm joined by Architect, Academic , Author & Environmental Activist - Duncan Baker Brown. We are talking circular economy in the built environment, issues of sustainable development, deconstruction and closed-looped systems. - We've had a short break here while doing a plastering job for the Design Museum in London. The exhibition opens on the 23rd of October 2021 and full info can be found here: https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/waste-age-what-can-design-doReview this podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/id1459369615?mt=2&ls=1Episode 61 Duncan Baker-Brown...2021-10-191h 09
Building Sustainability PodcastBluebell - A tiny cottage built onto a van Pt1 - Georjie Adams - BS059Georjie Adams is building a fantastic van based mobile home. It's unlike anything you are likely to have seen before - it's a work of art! Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/buildingbluebell/In this conversation we discuss the issues Georjie faced as a woman wanting to build and the project that has grown out of it, as well as some of the reasons this lifestyle appealed. Part 2 contains more experiences and philosophies the Building Bluebell project has created. From Georjie's website - get in touch!We are looking for women builders...2021-09-221h 04
Building Sustainability PodcastBluebell - A tiny cottage built onto a van Pt 2 - Georjie Adams - BS060Georjie Adams is building a fantastic van based mobile home. It's unlike anything you are likely to have seen before - it's a work of art! Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/buildingbluebell/In this conversation we discuss experiences and philosophies the Building Bluebell project has created. Part 1 contains the issues Georjie faced as a woman wanting to build and the project that has grown out of it, as well as some of the reasons this lifestyle appealed. From Georjie's website - get in touch!We are looking for women builders, makers, architects, engineers and l...2021-09-221h 07
Building Sustainability PodcastVernacular Crafts in Earth Pt2 - Alex Gibbons - BS058Part two of the conversation with earth builder Alex Gibbons.Applications for the SPAB fellowship close on the 14th of September - https://www.spab.org.uk/learning/fellowshipSarah Pugh Just giving link - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/sarahpugh?utm_term=qGVKkgbAGSPAB craft fellowship - https://www.spab.org.uk/learning/fellowshipWilliam Morris - News from Nowhere book - https://tinyurl.com/23n8b6c7Alex Gibbons Website - https://www.stickinthemudconservation.com/Work I did with Alex on Priors Lynn Barn - http://jeffreythenaturalbuilder.com/blog/portfolio/cob-repair-clay-dabbin-scotland/...2021-09-021h 14
Building Sustainability PodcastVernacular Crafts in Earth Pt1 - Alex Gibbons - BS057Part one of the conversation with earth builder Alex Gibbons in which we discuss his route into mud building, old buildings, the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings, Clay Dabbins, and his clay barn Priors Lynn. Applications for the SPAB fellowship close on the 14th of September - https://www.spab.org.uk/learning/fellowshipSarah Pugh Just giving link - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/sarahpugh?utm_term=qGVKkgbAGSPAB craft fellowship - https://www.spab.org.uk/learning/fellowshipWilliam Morris - News from Nowhere book - https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/books/w...2021-09-0257 min
Building Sustainability PodcastHistorical Turf Construction - Daniel Postma - BS056Daniel Postma is natural builder who has come to it from an interesting background - Archeology. Daniel is a specialist in traditional turf construction and learnt by doing as an experimental archaeologist.Archaeo Build specialises in the interaction between past and present forms of natural building. We bring together skills and understanding from archaeology, vernacular building conservation and modern-day natural building. It's fascinating to learn the intricacies about this seemingly very basic way of building. Then learning the reasons for it's demise! LinksACAN Straw - https://www.youtube.com/w...2021-08-181h 21
Building Sustainability PodcastInnovating Affordable Housing - Craig White - BS055Craig White is back for another episode, we chatted away for a couple of hours so this is the second part of the conversation. It might make slightly more sense if you listen to the other episode first, but I think they largely stand alone. LinksModcell - https://www.modcell.com/Agile Homes - https://agile.property/BaleHaus at Bath - https://www.modcell.com/projects/balehaus-at-bath/The House that Kevin Built - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyhW5NST3aMUniversity of Bath - https://www.bath.ac.uk/catalogues/2012-2013/ar/AR40392.htmEmmaus F...2021-08-0353 min
Building Sustainability PodcastBuilding with Renewable Materials - Craig White - BS054This is the first of two episodes with Craig White of White Design, Modcell & Agile Homes. This episode focuses on Craig's design principles with some side nerding about windows and a small amount of architect poking!Episode LinksAgile Homes - https://agile.property/Modcell - https://www.modcell.com/Post Occupancy Evaluation - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/236144016_Post-Occupancy_Evaluation_A_Multifaceted_Tool_for_Building_ImprovementLILAC - https://www.lilac.coop/TRADA - http://www.trada.co.uk/Wood for Good - https://woodforgood.com/Building Bluebell - https://www.instagram.com/buildingbluebell/2021-08-0259 min
Building Sustainability PodcastA Straw Bale Catch Up - Phil Christopher - BS053Phil Christopher is treasurer for SBUK as well as running Huff and Puff construction, specialising in straw bale construction. We have a little catch up and Phil tells me about the projects he's been working on over the last few years. LinksACAN Natural Building Introduction - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqSkp1SwgOA ACAN Straw Event - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/natural-materials-masterclass-straw-tickets-163901043433Bale House Hastings - https://www.hastings.gov.uk/parks_gardens_allotments/parks/visitorcentre/about/European Straw Bale Gathering -https://strawbuilding.eu/Cave Coop - http://www.cave.co...2021-07-221h 09
Building Sustainability PodcastRegenerative Garden Design - Sid Hill - BS052Today I'm joined by Sid Hill.Sid Hill is a multi award-winning horticultural consultant; designer; teacher and researcher. With a passion for permaculture design, ethnobotany and regenerative landscapes. Sharing his work via Youtube, Instagram and FacebookSid Hill Linkshttps://www.sidhillecogardens.com/https://www.facebook.com/Sid-Hill-Ecological-Gardens-1023579844372812/https://www.instagram.com/sidhillecogardens/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUE3d0vLxaUauB0aSeL5CyAEpisode linksSussex Mass Trespass - July 24th - https://landscapesoffreedom.com/Enter the competition at: https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityPrizes...2021-07-121h 10
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Being a Sustainable Architect - Philippa Birch-Wood & Taleen Josefsson - BSBS008Philippa and Taleen return for the concluding part to their 3 part series on their journey and life as sustainable architects. This episode features some top tips for those wanting to bring sustainability into their practice - and how not to burn out while doing it! The Holistic Architect - https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_architect/Philippa Birch Wood - https://www.instagram.com/birch.and.woodhttps://www.chetwoods.com/ACAN - https://www.architectscan.org/MAD - Make a difference networking - https://www.madnetwork.net/Sussex Mass Trespass - July 24th...2021-07-0529 min
Building Sustainability PodcastNew Dawn Traders - Alex Geldenhuys - BS051I'm delighted to bring you a conversation with Alex Geldenhuys of New Dawn Traders - When I organised this recording, I thought the focus would be on the climate benefits of sailing vessels over conventional shipping methods. I was delighted to learn of the much deeper level of good this project is doing. By investing in the small producers who are connected to their land and doing best by it, not just for profit, but also for stewardship of this vital resource. New Dawn Traders have created a new way ensure the products you are buying are ethically and s...2021-06-2156 min
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Routes into Sustainable Design - Philippa Birch-Wood & Taleen Josefsson - BSBS007This is the second part of the wonderful series by Philippa Birch-Wood and Taleen Josefsson discussing routes into sustainable design. Philippa has just been named as a nominee for the Architects Journal Sustainability Champion 2021 - huge congratulations to her, so well deserved! https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/aj100-sustainability-champion-of-the-year-2021-nominees-revealedArchitects Climate Action Network - ACAN - https://www.architectscan.org/The Holistic Architect - https://www.instagram.com/the_holistic_architect/Chalmers University Sweden - https://www.chalmers.seMake a difference networking - https://www.madnetwork.net/Support the showC...2021-06-1414 min
Cut the CraftEpisode 028: Jeffrey HartEpisode Recorded April 5th 2021. This episode is one half of a dual interview with Jeffrey Hart, aka Jeffrey the Natural Builder, of the Building Sustainability Podcast (link below). Be sure to check out his podcast to hear his interview of us, as well as a multitude of other great conversations with designers, builders, makers, dreamers and doers relating to sustainability within the built environment. Jeffrey Hart is a natural builder and fellow podcaster in the UK. He specializes in using natural materials to build healthy homes for people and the earth. In this interview we to...2021-06-081h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastCut the Craft - Amy Umbel & Brien Beidler - BS050Something a bit special for episode 50 of the Building Sustainability Podcast. This is a reciprocal episode with Amy Umbel and Brien Beidler from Cut The Craft Podcast - They came on Building Sustainability to talk about craft and give their delightful insights into some of the nuances within the area. In return I was a guest on their Cut the Craft podcast to talk about Natural Building. It was a really fun day of getting to know Amy and Brien, we laughed a whole lot! LinksCut the Craft Podcast - https://www...2021-06-081h 14
Building Sustainability PodcastAn Extendable High Top Tiny House - Philippa Battye - BS049The last tiny house episode for a while! Today I'm talking to Philippa Battye, an architect, who designed and built her very unique tiny home. Her house has a collapsible roof and bolt on wings to give extra height and width to her living space. The effect is unlike any tiny house I've seen... spectacular!Take a peak at Philippa's Instagram to see the house in all it's glory! https://www.instagram.com/philippabattye/We had a big old natter about materials, design, pogs, moving.. and so much more! If you are i...2021-05-241h 20
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Advice for Architects in Training - Philippa Birch-Wood & Taleen Josefsson - BSBS006For this bytesize episode, sustainable design consultants Philippa Birch-Wood and Taleen Josefsson discuss their education, what shaped their desire to be involved in sustainable architecture and the opportunities that were available to them during their education. The episode ends with some top tips for budding architects on how to bring sustainability into their learning when the educational facilities aren't providing it. https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-birch-wood-b9488544/https://www.linkedin.com/in/taleenjosefsson/https://www.chetwoods.com/Support the showConnect with me:IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilderTwitter - @JNaturalBuilder2021-05-1711 min
Building Sustainability PodcastTiny House Design 101 - Emma Pile - BS048Emma Pile is a digital artist, based on the outskirts of London, specialising in theatre, exhibitions & events. Last year she built a lovely tiny home with a little help from her Dad. You can see her Tiny House here: https://www.instagram.com/emslittlegreen/And check out her stunning digital design website: http://www.emmapile.net/In the podcast we discuss the many questions I have about building my own tiny house. Big topics include: Staying under the trailers max weightFinding a place to live in the house,Moving the houseThe tiny house co...2021-05-101h 12
Building Sustainability PodcastBiophilic Design - Bill Browning & Catie Ryan - BS047This week I am incredibly excited to be joined by Bill Browning and Catie Ryan from Terrapin Bright Green to discuss biophilic design. Biophilic design is a concept used within the building industry to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment through the use of direct nature, indirect nature, and space and place conditions. Used at both the building and city-scale, it is argued that this idea has health, environmental, and economic benefits for building occupants and urban environments, with few drawbacks. (Wikipedia)For me, finding out there is scientific evidence to show...2021-04-261h 04
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Fellowship within sustainability - Karen Ridgewell - BSBS005In this bytesize episode Karen Ridgewell tells us about the joys and importance of fellowships within the sustainability world. Support the showConnect with me:IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilderTwitter - @JNaturalBuilderFacebook - JeffreythenaturalbuilderLinkedIn - JeffreythenaturalbuilderSupport this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-1908 min
Building Sustainability PodcastPlants and Colour - Flora Arbuthnott - BS046This week I'm joined by Flora Arbuthnott from www.plantsandcolour.co.uk.Having met Flora a few years ago, I was keen for her to be a guest on the podcast. We discuss the many similarities between her practices of creating colour from plants and my practice of building homes, from plants. Flora also goes through the process of extracting some colour from a flower so that you can try it at home. Flora's Bio: I make dyes, inks, and paints out of plants for drawing, painting, printing, and dyeing textiles an...2021-04-121h 13
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Women in the workshop - Flo Hamer - BSBS004Flo Hamer talks to us about women in the workshop, drawing on her personal experiences. Flo was my guest on our most popular Building Sustainability episode - BS010 - Building a Tiny house https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/building-a-tiny-house-flo-hamer/It's a real pleasure to have her back!Links to badass women in workshops:Flo Hamer - https://www.instagram.com/flohamer/Emma Appleton - https://www.instagram.com/emma_builder_joiner/Kirsty Cassels - https://www.instagram.com/building_cassels/Indira Esser-Dunbar - https://www.instagram.com/indiraed/Amy Leak - https://w...2021-04-0510 min
Building Sustainability PodcastRegenerative Design - The Living Building Challenge - Martin Brown - BS045Martin Brown joins me to discuss how we can make regenerative buildings. We discuss Martin's 'Zoom Regenerative' which was alongside Building Sustainability in the ASBP 2021 Awards final. We also discuss The Living Building Challenge to find out what it is and how it works. Building Sustainability Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityLinksMartin's website - https://fairsnape.com/Regen Notes (Newsletter) - https://fairsnape.substack.com/Building Sustainability Website - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/Zoom Regenerative - https://fairsnape.com/zoom-regen/Architects Declare - https://www.architectsdeclare.com/Architects Climate...2021-03-291h 04
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - The magic of clay (Pt2) - Rowland Keable - BSBS003This is part 2 of Rowland Keable of Earth Building UK & Ireland (EBUKI) & Rammed Earth Consulting giving us a byte size delve into the magic that is clay. Clay truly is a magic material and it continues to surprise me all the time. This substance that sticks to the soles of our boots that the peasants used to build with.... Surely we can do better than that as a building material? Well, as it turns out, this hugely versatile material is actually hugely beneficial for our health when we live around it. It's also readily available, reusable and c...2021-03-2210 min
Building Sustainability PodcastHow Buildings can Save the World - Chris Magwood - BS044Chris Magwood not only has a huge wealth of experience building straw bale homes, but has the building science Masters degree to back up his experience. We discuss how the built environment can go from being the worst offender for climate change, to every building being a carbon store, so actively reversing climate change. LinksChris Magwood website - https://www.chrismagwood.ca/Endeavour Centre website - https://endeavourcentre.org/Canada's Greenest Home - https://endeavourcentre.org/project/canadas-greenest-home/Living Building Challenge - https://living-future.org/lbc/Video showing waste water heat recovery - https://youtu.be...2021-03-151h 09
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - The magic of clay (Pt1) - Rowland Keable - BSBS002Rowland Keable of Earth Building UK & Ireland (EBUKI) & Rammed Earth Consulting gives us a byte size delve into the magic that is clay. Clay truly is a magic material and it continues to surprise me all the time. This substance that sticks to the soles of our boots that the peasants used to build with.... Surely we can do better than that as a building material? Well, as it turns out, this hugely versatile material is actually hugely beneficial for our health when we live around it. It's also readily available, reusable and can make up part o...2021-03-0811 min
Building Sustainability PodcastYou Are Probably Breathing Wrong - Wibbs Coulson - BS043I'm very pleased to welcome Wibbs Coulson of Mandukya Yoga back on the podcast. This time we are talking about breathing, and how you've probably been breathing wrong your entire life! I occasionally feature episodes on what I call the 'sustainability of self' - I see it again and again, that professionals in the sustainability profession burn out. When you see the need to fix the problem as so crucial that the human race depends on it... you tend to forget about your own needs. So with this in mind, I wanted to look at how we a...2021-03-011h 00
Building Sustainability PodcastByteSize - Introduction & Tiny House Plans - Jeffrey Hart - BSBS001Welcome to this first episode of Byte Size Building Sustainability.... BSBS? I have heard a lot that people sometimes find it hard to find a hour to listen to podcasts, so these byte size episodes will run to a maximum of 10 minutes. It means you can get a little nugget of sustainability ponderings from my wonderful guests. Being as it's the first one, I thought I'd open the proceedings myself, with a little chat based on some advice I received from the Oregon based cob builder, Ianto Evans. I'm in the process of actioning that...2021-02-2206 min
Building Sustainability PodcastSolving damp problems with lime - Ben Kerslake - BS042This week I am joined by Ben Kerslake from Carrington Lime.As well as a general geek out about lime, we mostly talk about how to solve damp problems in homes with some simple observation and materials choices. We discuss why the modern conventional approach of 'tanking' a building is usually fixing a symptom, rather than dealing with the problem. ASBP Awards - Register for your free ticket here: https://asbp.org.uk/events/asbp-awards-2021-finalTriodos Free £60 - https://join.triodos.co.uk/r...2021-02-151h 05
Building Sustainability PodcastWillow Coffins - Weaving life into death - Caz Ingall - BS041Patreon support - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThis episode I'm talking with Caz Ingall, who is a willow coffin weaver. We talk, not just of the process of weaving a vessel to bury a loved one, but a lot to do with the disconnection our modern culture has with death and the grief surrounding. About Caz: "I started working with willow more than a decade ago and was immediately hooked on both the craftform and the fact that I could be in control of everything along the journey...2021-02-011h 03
Building Sustainability PodcastSlow manufacture for carbon capture - Full Grown - Alice & Gavin Munro - BS040Today I'm talking with Alice and Gavin Munro from Full Grown about their exceptional work growing complete chairs from trees. So the normal procedure is to wait 50 years for a tree to grow, chop it down and begin cutting it into smaller and smaller parts. At some point the parts are small enough and you can now join them back together with glue to make a chair. Depending on the competency of the joinery and strength of the glue, your chair might last 50-100 years? Alice and Gavin Munro have a different idea. Grow one tre...2021-01-181h 10
Building Sustainability PodcastAyurveda, how to create a Sustainable Self - Faye Blake - BS039How can we do the work to look after the planet if we don't look after ourselves? This is the question we are asking Faye Blake of Live Intuitively in Building Sustainability Podcast BS39.Many in our industry burn out, because they are so focussed on doing the much needed work in advancing sustainability in the built environment that don't stop to notice whether they have sustainability within themselves. I know this from personal experience and have observed in in many of my colleagues. This episode I'm talking to Faye Blake...2021-01-041h 13
Building Sustainability PodcastHow will architects respond to climate change? - Janna Laan Lomas - BS038A conversation recorded with Janna Laan Lomas, founding director and designer at Grain Architecture. In this episode we discuss the architecture industry's response to climate change. We also look at Janna's training and how she got into architecture and sustainability. You might also be interested to hear episode 37, also with Janna which focuses more on the nuts and bolts of how to design buildings in a sustainable way. Topics covered in this conversation:Ethics - Turning down work if it's not sustainability focusedArchitects declareDonut economicsJanna's interest in sustainabilityDesigning a house...2020-12-2259 min
Building Sustainability PodcastSustainable architecture - Design, Materials and Cost - Janna Laan Lomas - BS037It's a Solstice/Christmas/New Year double episode with Grain Architecture's founding director and designer Janna Laan Lomas. In this episode we discuss the nuts and bolts of sustainable design from an architect's perspective. I also speak with Janna in episode 38, where we discuss her background and training, and the response from the architecture world in response to the climate emergency. This episode contains discussions on:Her approach to constructionInsulation and Mass geek outDesigning each room construction for the way it's usedGlass in buildingsDesigning out membranesFoamGlas insulationThreshers Hall - A project I led...2020-12-2255 min
Building Sustainability PodcastClay - A Premium Product - Clare Whitney (Clayworks) - BS036This week I'm joined by Clare Whitney from Clayworks for Building Sustainability Podcast BS36. Clayworks Clay plasters are unique blends of unfired clays mixed with minerals and pigments to provide healthy, breathable finishes for internal walls and ceilings.Manufactured in Cornwall from abundant raw materials, they are amongst the most sustainable and healthy wall finishes available. They are recyclable, compostable, re-useable, and contain no toxic ingredients or VOCs.As well as being 100% natural, Clayworks clay plasters are also high performance. They regulate relative humidity, allow buildings to breathe, and absorb toxins, odours and a...2020-12-1557 min
Building Sustainability PodcastSand Stories - The sustainability of sand - Kiran Pereira - BS035Kiran Pereira is the author of the forthcoming book Sand Stories: Surprising truths about the global sand crisis and the quest for sustainable solutions. Kiran was raised in India where she witnessed the impacts of indiscriminate sand mining. Following her Master’s degree at King’s College, London, during which she explored this very topic, Kiran works as a social entrepreneur to find and promote solutions to the global sand crisis. Her work has been featured in the award-winning documentary Sand Wars and media such as The Economist, BBC Radio5, Al Jazeera among others. She lives in London....2020-12-0748 min
Building Sustainability PodcastEarth Building a trainee's perspective - Miki Z & Jamie Ingle - Pt2 - BS034Part 2 of the 2 part episode in partnership with Earth Building United Kingdom and Ireland (EBUKI.co)We wanted to find out about the training available to those wanting to get into earth building in the UK and Ireland. All to often this information is provided from the trainers perspective and doesnt show the difficulties of getting into this industry. In this episode I talk to Miki Z and Jamie Ingle. This episode with conversations with and ends with my thoughts on what we can do to better train the future earth builders. ...2020-11-231h 16
Building Sustainability PodcastEarth Building a trainee's perspective - Kit Jones & Anna Castilla Vila - Pt1 - BS033Part 1 of a 2 part episode in partnership with Earth Building United Kingdom and Ireland (EBUKI.co)We wanted to find out about the training available to those wanting to get into earth building in the UK and Ireland. All to often this information is provided from the trainers perspective and doesnt show the difficulties of getting into this industry. In this episode I talk to Kit Jones and Anna Castilla Vila. Episode 34 will follow straight on from this episode with conversations with Miki Z and Jamie Ingle and ends with my thoughts on what we...2020-11-231h 20
Building Sustainability Podcast45 years of Building Inspiration - Lloyd Kahn - BS032I'm very pleased to welcome the podcast - builder, photographer, publisher, editor and blogger... Lloyd Kahn! Lloyd is the editor in chief at Shelter Publications, has now published eight books on building; this series is called The Shelter Library Of Building Books. Included are Home Work, the sequel to Shelter, Tiny Homes, and Lloyd’s favorite, Builders of the Pacific Coast.In the mid-‘60s, Lloyd Kahn quit his job in the insurance business and began working as a carpenter, first building post and beam houses, then geodesic domes. In 1968, he became the shelter editor of T...2020-11-091h 14
Building Sustainability PodcastClimate hope through the arts - Beans On Toast - BS031This episode we are talking with British folk singer, Jay McAllister AKA Beans on Toast. We began talking about "how the arts, music and storytelling could save the world from climate catastrophe." But, I think what came out of the conversation was that of hope, believing in people and celebrating the good in humanity. The conversation covers the role of the artist, how to have hope, great storytellers, inspirational books, socially distanced gigs.... to name but a few topics... and it ends with Beans on Toast playing a track from his new album.Beans on To...2020-10-261h 27
Building Sustainability PodcastHeritage construction using traditional techniques - Sarah Partridge - BS030This episode we are speaking with Sarah Partridge of Orchard Barn - http://orchardbarn.org.uk/ Orchard barn is an off grid restoration project that is rebuilding a barn and long house using the traditional tools and techniques that were used to build it the first time round. The Mick & Pat ShowJoin us for informal conversations surrounding beer, film, politics and philosophy.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showConnect with me:IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilderTwitter - @JNaturalBuilderFacebook - JeffreythenaturalbuilderLin...2020-09-2157 min
Building Sustainability PodcastThe Rebel Architect - Scott McAulay - BS029This episode we talk with Scott McAulay, from the Anthropocene Architecture School. Scott is a part 2 architectural technician who has been making lots of noise to shake up the architectural education model. We discuss Scott's journey to this point and how the anthropocene architecture school has developed and grown into a rebellious voice of common sense - pushing for a change in the education of architects to bring the climate emergency to the forefront of design requirements.Support this PodcastEpisode LinksAnthropocene Architecture School (Twitter)Anthropocene Architecture...2020-09-081h 09
Building Sustainability PodcastClay plastering in Japan Pt2 - Emily Reynolds - BS028Full show notes coming soon!Emily's Blog - https://plasterwithwa.wordpress.com/Japanese Earthen Plaster Exchange - https://thejepe.org/Japanese Plaster Craft - https://www.facebook.com/groups/japaneseplastercraft'Mizugone' Plastering Video discussed - https://youtu.be/Mti9FiZha6QThe Mick & Pat ShowJoin us for informal conversations surrounding beer, film, politics and philosophy.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showConnect with me:IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilderTwitter - @JNaturalBuilderFacebook - JeffreythenaturalbuilderLinkedIn - JeffreythenaturalbuilderSupport this p...2020-08-251h 18
Building Sustainability PodcastClay plastering in Japan Pt1 - Emily Reynolds - BS027Today I talk with Emily Reynolds, author of 'Japan's Clay Walls: A Glimpse into their Plaster Craft' - This is part 1 of 2!Today we discuss trowels, bamboo backing, LinksJapanese Earthen Plaster Exchangewww.righttoroam.org.ukThe Mick & Pat ShowJoin us for informal conversations surrounding beer, film, politics and philosophy.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showConnect with me:IG - @jeffreythenaturalbuilderTwitter - @JNaturalBuilderFacebook - JeffreythenaturalbuilderLinkedIn - JeffreythenaturalbuilderSupport this po...2020-08-241h 17
Kare Reviews PodcastEric Appel of Quibi's DIE HARTI recently had the great pleasure of interviewing Eric Appel, who is a director behind all 10 episodes of a brand new television series on Quibi titled DIE HART starring Kevin Hart & John Travolta. Some of Eric’s other credits include directing episodes of FUNNY OR DIE PRESENTS…, THE OFFICE, UP ALL NIGHT, THE MICHAEL J. FOX SHOW, A TO Z, NEW GIRL, SILICON VALLEY, and BROOKLYN NINE-NINE.
For those interested in watching DIE HART, all 10 episodes are available to stream on Quibi. For those who haven’t downloaded the app yet, it is available on Apple and Google...2020-08-1009 min
Building Sustainability PodcastSustainability in our bodies - Wibbs Coulson - BS026Something a bit different today. I talk with Wibbs Coulson about how we can look after our bodies to keep us able to build, craft or just stay in good shape! Videos from the podcastYoga inspired movements for wrists/arms/shoulder health - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDbyFi67fkAAnatomy in motion inspired movement for back pain - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_mE9qmTPssBox breathing technique - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XG48FfT3Qno2020-08-101h 18
Building Sustainability PodcastNatural Builder Question Time Pt2 - Will Stanwix - BS025Show notes available at: http://jeffreythenaturalbuilder.com/natural-builder-question-time-pt2-will-stanwix-bs25In this episode I talk with Will Stanwix - Co-author of 'The Hempcrete book - Designing and building with hemp lime'. Will is not only a hemp-lime builder, but also a trained building surveyor and now an accomplished earth builder too.This is the second part of a 2 hour conversation between Will and myself. For this, we took turns to ask each other questions and go off on geeky/silly tangents. I've always enjoyed talking to Will as he isn't afraid to talk about failures. H...2020-07-281h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastNatural Builder Question Time Pt1 - Will Stanwix - BS024Show notes available at: http://jeffreythenaturalbuilder.com/natural-builder-question-time-pt1-will-stanwix-bs24In this episode I talk with Will Stanwix - Co-author of 'The Hempcrete book - Designing and building with hemp lime'. Will is not only a hemp-lime builder, but also a trained building surveyor and now an accomplished earth builder too.This is the first part of a 2 hour conversation between Will and myself. We recorded a conversation right at the beginning of lockdown , then decided to shelve that on and do something better! For this, we took turns to ask each other questions and...2020-07-281h 05
Building Sustainability PodcastEarth floors are the most sustainable floors - Sukita Reay Crimmel - BS023Full show notes available at: http://jeffreythenaturalbuilder.com/bs23-earth-floors-are-the-most-sustainable-floors-sukita-reay-crimmelThis week I am talking with earth floor expert Sukita Reay Crimmel. Sukita has laid thousands of square feet of earthen floor, written the book on earth floors... and was an extremely influential teacher to me back at the beginning of my natural building journey! This episode is essentially two earth floor lovers, geeking out pretty hard. We talk through the basic earth floor knowledge, then jump into some more geeky in depth topics. We also learn about Sukita's company 'Claylin'.We talked...2020-07-131h 24
Building Sustainability PodcastNew Wood Culture - Barn the Spoon - BS022The second of our 'Barn the Spoon' double bill. In this episode Barn talks about 'New Wood Culture' - A holistic approach to working with wood that connects the growing of trees and managing of woodlands. It encompasess selecting, appreciating and felling of trees, and all the items that can be crafted from them.Barn is a greenwood worker, spoon carver and authorPodcast LinksBarn the SpoonSpoonfestTower Hamlets Cemetery ParkBarn's Book - Spon - https://tinyurl.com/28wqnmj4Bodgers BallFritiof RunhallDaniel Lundberghttps://www.greenwoodcraftsman.com/About-Us.html...2020-07-011h 06
Building Sustainability PodcastBecoming a full time Spoon Carver - Barn the Spoon - BS021Support this podcast - PatreonThe first of a Barnaby Carder (Barn the Spoon) double bill. Barn is a spoon carver, co-organises spoonfest and is the author of several books including the excellent Spon.In this episode Barn tells us about how he got into wood-working at a young age and later discovered the joys of working green wood. His journey has been unusual and is told with Barn's classic humour. This episode is sponsored by https://www.cyclaireshop.co.uk/Episode linksSpoonclubThe Green Wood Guild...2020-06-221h 14
Building Sustainability PodcastPermaculture, Building Community - Sarah Pugh - BS020This episode is a conversation with Bristol Permaculture legend Sarah Pugh. We discuss the nuances of permaculture in a city and how permaculture is all about building communities. Black Lives Matter LinksDonate toStop Hate UKBlack Lives Matter UK (UKBLM)Legal fund to combat racial injusticePetitions to signUpdate GCSE reading listTeach British Children About the Realities of British Imperialism and ColonialismAnti-Racism Education to be Compulsory in UK SchoolsAnti Racism Resources bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES - a d...2020-06-151h 11
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to make a Zero Carbon Britain - Paul Allen - BS019I talk with Paul Allen from the Centre for Alternative Technology about how Britain can get to Net Zero carbon using only existing technologies.Incorporating work from the last 12 years of Zero Carbon Britain research and the latest scientific and technological developments, the report presents a technically feasible scenario showcasing a future Zero Carbon Britain using only proven technology.Link: Executive summary of Zero Carbon Britain: Rising to the climate emergencyZero Carbon Britain: Rising to the Climate Emergency explores how we can do what we know is necessary, clearly demonstrating that we...2020-05-281h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastMud, the ultimate building material - Becky Little - BS018This week we have a conversation with mud mason, Becky Little from Rebearth. "Rebearth is a Scottish company founded by mud mason Becky Little. We specialise in building, art and education using raw earth and natural materials.We have 25 years of experience in earth building techniques including mudwall (cob), wattle and daub, light clay and hemp, turf building, soft capping, clay plasters, earth sculpture and decoration.By learning from the past and working with nature, we celebrate and develop the skills and traditions of earth building."Building with mud has got to...2020-05-211h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastTrespass, Crossing the Lines that Divide Us - Nick Hayes - BS017We continue our meander into the benefits for human health of access to countryside. This week in a conversation with writer, Illustrator and land justice campaigner - Nick HayesNick is just putting the finishing touches to his new book, 'The Book of Trespass - Crossing the Lines that Divide Us' and talks us through the themes and issues presented in the book. The Book of Trespass, Crossing the Lines that Divide UsA meditation on the fraught and complex relationship between land, politics and power, this is England through the...2020-05-121h 34
Building Sustainability PodcastGet into nature and forage! - Foraged by Fern - BS016This episode takes us a little away from our chosen niche, and looks at how we can create sustainability by getting out into nature, learning the plants and developing a deeper connection to the natural world. I talk with Fern Freud about foraging.Fern is a passionate forager and loves everything it encompasses: food, history, folklore, anthropology, the natural environment. She grew up foraging with her family on the South Downs, mainly for mushrooms, and now runs workshops and classes in Sussex. Fern aims to share the joy that foraging brings her, and inspire and e...2020-05-041h 11
Building Sustainability PodcastWhat can festivals teach us about sustainability? - Claire O'Neill - BS015Claire O'Neill is a director at 'A Greener Festival' a not-for-profit company, committed to helping events, festivals and venues around the world to become more sustainable and to reduce environmental impacts. As pioneers in event sustainability since the first research in 2005, AGF provide certification, training, expertise, and facilitate the exchange of best practice.A Greener Festival Award was set up in 2007 and since assessed nearly 500 events across 5 continents, from 500 to 200,000 daily capacity. AGF provide the first and only sustainable event certification which includes on site assessment and independent verification. Through self assessment, site visit assessment and post...2020-04-231h 23
Building Sustainability PodcastSustainable Structural Engineering - Beth Williams - BS014In the second of our birthday / lockdown triple bill...I have a conversation with Beth Williams, who is a 'Structural Engineer + Certified PassivHaus Designer. Passionate about diversity in construction, timber engineering and efficient, humble design'BETH WILLIAMSMEng (Hons), CEng MICEBeth graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2011 having studied Structural Engineering and Architecture.Beth has worked in architectural and engineering practices in Sheffield, Gloucestershire and now Bristol, working on projects ranging from domestic extensions to new build sports halls and high security NHS facilities. Now a Chartered...2020-04-231h 10
Building Sustainability PodcastHow to retrofit our existing housing stock - Lucy Pedler - BS013It's Building Sustainability's first birthday & most of the world is on lockdown... So this month sees a triple Building Sustainability podcast release to celebrate / occupy your mind. The first of this month's episodes is:Lucy Pedler - Architect & Director 'The Green Register'Lucy started both The Green Register (TGR) and her architectural practice in 2000 when her children were 3 and 5 - she attributes the creation of these two new companies to sleep deprivation at the time.From a desk in her spare bedroom, TGR has grown to be...2020-04-231h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastCommunity Wood Recycling - Ben Moss - BS012This month we talk to Ben Moss from Bristol Wood Recycling Project (BWRP). Ben set up the recycling project in 2004 with the aims of: Recycling timber from the waste stream, Promoting social inclusion, Being self funding Providing affordable timber to the community. This is an excellent project that benefits the community on many levels and gets the maximum use out of precious materials. BWRP is part of nationwide group of wood recycling projects - hopefully this episode will encourage you to seek out your local project and get involved... or start your own! ** Wa...2020-03-1356 min
Building Sustainability PodcastWhat If we imagined a better future? - Rob Hopkins - BS011In this month's 'Building Sustainability' podcast, we talk with Rob Hopkins. A massive thanks to Rob for being such a wonderful guest... even if Google Maps tried to sabotage our meeting!Rob Hopkins is a cofounder of Transition Town Totnes and Transition Network, and the author of The Power of Just Doing Stuff, The Transition Handbook, and The Transition Companion. In 2012, he was voted one of the Independent’s top 100 environmentalists and was on Nesta and the Observer’s list of Britain’s 50 New Radicals. The founder of the international Transition Towns moveme...2020-01-1256 min
What If Audio ExperienceWhat If Audio Experience Episode 12 with Chris HartThis week we dive in with our good friend Chris Hart. Chris is a very successful entrepreneur who has an incredible story. Listen in to learn how one of the worst days of his life turned out to be one of his biggest blessings! 2019-12-191h 02
Building Sustainability PodcastBuilding a tiny house - Flo Hamer - BS010Flo Hamer lives in a tiny house, it measures 4.8m x 2.4m - It contains everything she needs - kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and lounge. It's a normal house, but tiny. For images check out her instagram - https://www.instagram.com/flostinyhouse/Her house is a tiny house on wheels (THOW) meaning it's built on a trailer and it towable to new locations. Tiny houses have become quite the movement, especially in the US, New Zealand and Australia. Flo designed and built her tiny house and now lives in it. 2019-11-251h 12
Building Sustainability PodcastRoundwood Timber Framing - Adrian Leaman - BS009Adrian Leaman from wholewoods.co.uk talks to us about his journey into the world of roundwood timber framing and green woodworking in general. We go off some wonderful tangents and end up with Adrian discussing his natural building gripes! Topics covered include:Adrian's journey from hands on education, to desk job and back againHow permaculture has affected Adrian's lifeWorking on Ben Law's renowned woodland homeThe hidden depths of processing your raw materialsSupport this podcast:https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThe Mick & Pat ShowJoin us f...2019-10-251h 12
Building Sustainability PodcastEarth Ovens, Philosophies and Stories - Kiko Denzer - BS008In this month's Building Sustainability podcast we talk with Kiko Denzer. Kiko is perhaps best known as the author of ' Build Your Own Earth Oven' - https://tinyurl.com/2bu6xj7t (A book that made it into our favourite books list). The interview is a meandering discussion featuring such topics as:Spoon carvingNatural BuildingChristopher AlexanderBill Coperthwaite.....And a whole lot more! It was a really joyous time spent with Kiko, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Support this podcast:https://www.p...2019-09-121h 12
Building Sustainability PodcastPrefabricated straw panels & magic mud - Bee Rowan - BS007Natural builder, Bee Rowan talks to us about Ecococoon straw bale panels. These prefabricated panels are load bearing and highly insulating - the result is being able to build the entirety of your eco home in 2 days!We also talk about Bee's background, and how she ended up involved in straw bale building. Finally Bee talks about her work in Pakistan stabilising earth bricks with locally available lime to make them flood proof. Support this podcast:https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThe Mick & Pat...2019-08-141h 13
Building Sustainability PodcastCreating new sustainable towns - Noel Isherwood - BS006In this episode we talk to architect, Noel Isherwood. The discussion is largely based around Poundbury, which is the expansion of Dorchester. It was designed for humans and community, not cars.We talk about some of the ideas which made Poundbury ground breaking, elements that worked and what didn't and how it has been received by others. Click here for more information on Poundbury (includes images of the architecture and planning details)Support this podcast:https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainabilityThe Mick & Pat Show...2019-07-101h 15
Building Sustainability PodcastGrowing the perfect insulation - Judith Thornton - BS005This month sees us talking to Judith Thornton from Aberystwyth University. Judith is looking at alternative natural insulators that can be grown. She has a particular interest in how we stop biodegradable materials biodegrading. Judith was just involved in building the world's first miscanthus insulated house. The Miscanthus was baled up like a regular straw bale and the house was build in the same way that a regular straw bale house would be.Why does she want to improve on current straw bale materials?She is looking for plants that are perennials, whi...2019-06-131h 13