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The Wonder Dome#173 Getting More Right Than Wrong (with Saul Humphrey)“We need an abundance of the things we need — safe homes, good jobs, healthcare — not an abundance of consumption.”- Saul HumphreySaul Humphrey is a UK-based leader and sustainability advocate, a professor of sustainable construction at Anglia Ruskin University, and Vice President of the Chartered Institute of Building. He’s also the founder of an eponymously named consultancy practice that integrates sustainable design with practical innovation. The arc of his career bends towards reducing carbon impact and creating long-term resilience in the built environment.With both realism and hope, Saul and Andy explore th...
2025-10-171h 08
We Googled YouEpisode 1: Nate HelbachIn this episode, we talk to Nate Helbach of Neutral Project about why no one should become a real estate developer - "Don't do it," sustainable building innovations, and his love for iterative design.
2025-10-0751 minWe Googled YouEpisode 1: Nate HelbachIn this episode, we talk to Nate Helbach of Neutral Project about why no one should become a real estate developer - "Don't do it," sustainable building innovations, and his love for iterative design.
2025-10-0751 min
Sky's the Limit with Mike & RyanEP 48: How I Built a Multifamily Development Company from the Ground Up with Nate HelbachIn this episode of Sky’s the Limit, Mike sits down with Nate Helbach to unpack how he left his job and co-founded Neutral, a multifamily development company redefining what it means to build sustainable, future-focused communities. Nate shares how he structures deals, raises capital, and consistently delivers investors strong returns while tackling the challenges of ground-up development.They dive into why Neutral centers every project around health, wellness, and sustainability, leveraging Passive House standards, LEED certifications, and geothermal systems, while also taking advantage of tax incentives like 179D credits and bonus depreciation to maximize value.
2025-09-2323 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 27 – Kohler WasteLAB & Neutral Partnership | Matthew SanchezHave you ever considered where industrial waste goes? What if the dust from a factory or the runoff from a pottery studio could be transformed into a beautiful, handcrafted sink in your home? We’re on-site in Kohler, Wisconsin, at the innovative Kohler Waste Lab with Matt to discuss how they are turning landfill-bound materials into luxury home products. Matt shares the origin story of the Waste Lab—an idea born from employees experimenting on their lunch breaks—and how it’s scaling into a full-fledged business unit. In this episode, you’ll learn how Kohler is...
2025-09-1234 min
Age of AdoptionTransforming Real Estate with Mass TimberHow is a 26-year-old entrepreneur convincing risk-averse investors to build with trees instead of steel?At 26, Nate Helbach has already founded Neutral, one of America's most innovative real estate development companies. Growing up between Wisconsin and California's redwood forests sparked his environmental passion, leading him to pioneer mass timber construction that reduces building emissions by up to 26.5%. Currently breaking ground on the tallest mass timber building in the Northern Hemisphere in downtown Milwaukee, Nate discusses the gap between sustainability solutions and implementation. "The difficulty isn't the solutions—it's getting investors comfortable with the unknown over the status qu...
2025-08-2621 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 26 – Neutral Farm Vision for Multifamily | Tommy StaufferWhen you see a strawberry in the grocery store in the middle of winter, have you ever stopped to ask how it got there? And why it can last for weeks when a fresh one from a local farm is best eaten in days? We’re on-site at Vitruvian Farms, just outside Madison, Wisconsin, with co-founder Tommy Stauffer to walk through what it really means to relocalize our food system. Tommy shares the story of starting the farm in college, driven by a passion for building community and changing how we think about what we ea...
2025-08-2056 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 25 – Short term stay and Hospitality Focused | Jaja JacksonYour home should be more than just a place to live. What if it could adapt to your life, whether you’re staying for a night, a month, or a year? In this conversation, we sit down with a leader from ICONIQ Capital and Sentral to walk through the evolution of renting. He shares his journey from traditional multifamily development to helping build Airbnb’s strategy for apartments, and now to creating a new model that merges hospitality with home. You’ll learn how integrating short and mid-term furnished rentals into Class A apartment buildings isn't just a tren...
2025-07-151h 02
American BuildingMass Timber and the Future of Sustainable Housing DevelopmentWhat if the biggest barrier to carbon-neutral development isn't the technology or the materials, but actually the industry's resistance to change? Most developers know sustainable construction is the future, but translating those ideals into financially viable projects feels impossible when you're faced with premium construction costs and market-rate rents. Nate Helbach believes that large-scale, sustainable development is possible when you’re willing to challenge every assumption about how buildings get financed, designed, and built.As founder and CEO of Neutral, Nate leads a vertically integrated development team that makes sustainability profitable. By bringing architecture, construction, carpentry, technology, an...
2025-06-2550 min
Mass Timber Group Show: Sustainable Building ExpertsWorld's Tallest Mass Timber & Passive House Building w/Nate Helbach of NeutralMass Timber Group Summit Are you curious about how innovative developers are leveraging mass timber construction and making sustainable living more accessible? How can alternative financing models democratize real estate investment and drive the future of eco-friendly buildings? Dive into this insightful conversation with Nate Helbach, founder and CEO of Neutral, as he shares groundbreaking strategies in mass timber development, addresses supply chain challenges, and explores the integration of holistic wellness into modern living spaces.🔴 Subscribe for more Mass Timber expert interviewsShare this episode with an AEC friendGet Mass Tim...
2025-05-291h 02
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 24 – Fire Protection for Mass Timber | David BarberEpisode #24In this episode of the Neutral Podcast, Nate sits down with David Barber, a leading fire safety engineer, during a live three-hour fire test for the Edison Project—a groundbreaking 31-story mass timber tower in downtown Milwaukee. With the roar of the furnace in the background, they unpack what it means to push timber to new heights. David explains why this test matters, what it takes to meet the elusive 3-hour fire rating, and how fire codes are adapting to the rise of mass timber. They also explore jurisdictional hurdles, the city of Milwaukee's role, and wh...
2025-05-271h 05
The Multifamily PodcastMFP E. 40 Building Upward & Building Better Nate Helbach’s Mass-Timber Revolution in MultifamilyWelcome to The Multifamily Podcast with Ronn and Martin, powered by Apartment SEO. Today's episode is going to have you thinking differently about the way you look at construction sustainability and the future of multifamily real estate. We are joined by Nate Helbach, the CEO visionary behind Neutral, a Midwest based real estate development firm, that's redefining Multifamily through the use of mass timber construction. Nate and his team are currently building the Edison, a 31-story tower in Milwaukee that will be the tallest mass timber building in North America. And then what's coming next, the Market Center, at 55...
2025-05-2135 min
The Source of Commercial Real EstateDeveloping 1100+ Units in Your 20s with Nate HelbachClick to text the show!Nate Helbach is the founder of Neutral. He has raised family office money and significant other capital to grow his multifamily development firm, which is committed to re-imagining how multifamily is built through a focus on sustainability, longevity, and lifestyle. Connect with Nate:https://www.neutral.us/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-h-1539b1102/ Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*The audio o...
2025-05-1345 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 23 – Wellness & Multifamily | Dr Allan Mottram & Peter KrausYou’ll meet Peter Kraus, a trainer-turned-entrepreneur who’s spent years building spaces that make movement second nature. From modeling gigs to training elite performers—from Ironman competitors to professional sports teams—his path led to one idea: health should live where you do.Dr. Allan steps in with a doctor’s view of the system—after decades in emergency care, he’s shifting the focus to prevention. To daily habits. To care that starts before there’s a crisis.This conversation walks you through the Neutral philosophy: not a gym. Not a clinic. But a place where di...
2025-05-041h 00
Smart Humans with Slava RubinSmart Humans: Neutral's Nate Helbach on developing sustainable, wellness-focused real estate and the future of luxury housingNate Helbach is the founder and chief executive officer of Neutral. While studying finance and sustainability at Harvard Extension School, Nate developed the framework of what is now Neutral, which redefines conventional development strategies and mitigates the harmful effects of the built environment on our ecosystem. Nate founded Neutral based on this thesis in 2020 and continuously seeks to evolve and innovate new sustainable and regenerative development methods to rejuvenate our built environment. He leads financing, capital markets, accounting, investments, product development, and construction oversight of the company's low-, mid-, and high-rise developments.
2025-03-2456 min
The Wonder Dome#158 The Neutral Project (with Nate Helbach)Nate Helbach is the founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company that crafts economically viable and ecologically sustainable built environments. Neutral creates beautiful housing developments that enhance existing neighborhoods, encourage the fostering of human connectivity, and generate profits all while mitigating the harmful effects traditional development tends to inflict on the natural world. With several projects underway such as a luxury multifamily apartment complex in Madison, Wisconsin and another in Fayetville, Arkansas with numerous communal amenities like a rooftop garden, Neutral is a pioneer of sustainability and design, enriching the lives of residents and promoting...
2025-03-141h 05
Value DriversBuilding Beyond the Black Box: Nate Helbach on Differentiated Multifamily DesignNate Helbach, founder and CEO of Neutral, discusses his company's mission to redefine real estate development through sustainable practices and a focus on tenant wellness. Neutral aims to construct mixed-use and multifamily developments that achieve carbon neutrality. Inspiration and Background: Nate was inspired to start Neutral by the lack of differentiation and sustainability in typical multifamily projects. He saw a need for buildings that prioritize wellness, longevity, and environmental responsibility. Neutral is vertically integrated, with development, construction, and architectural arms. Neutral's Strategy and Projects: Neutral focuses on creating unique living experiences with a holistic approach...
2025-03-0342 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 22 – Branding Neutral | Mick McConnellWelcome to today's episode! I'm excited to introduce our guest, Mick McConnell, currently the Head of Space at Airbnb and a true pioneer in creative leadership and branding. With over 25 years of experience transforming major brands through innovation and design, Mick has been the driving force behind some of the recent significant brand transformations. He was CEO of Superunion North America, a WPP company, he led a team of over 150 professionals, orchestrating groundbreaking creative strategies for Fortune 50 companies.Before taking the helm at Airbnb, Mick's journey reads like a masterclass in innovation leadership – from serving as Partner an...
2025-01-281h 24
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 21 – Zero Carbon Aligned Housing | Jennifer CastensonLearn More at: https://www.neutral.us In this episode, Jennifer Castenson and Nate discuss sustainable housing and the concept of Zero Carbon Aligned Housing. The conversation explores urban sprawl, density, and the influence of climate change on housing patterns. In the latter half of the episode, Jennifer introduces the concept of “Agrihoods” — communities centered around sustainable agriculture — and examines their potential to reshape housing development, concluding the conversation around ideas in which we can incentivize agrihoods and other sustainability practices in future housing projects. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Meet Jennifer Castenson 2:55 - How do you define a home 8:20 - Zero C...
2024-12-0447 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 20 – Innovation in Real Estate | Daryl PattersonLearn More at: https://www.neutral.us Daryl Patterson, former CPO of Lendlease, joins Nate in this episode of The Neutral Podcast to discuss construction's shift toward digitization and industrialization. The conversation with Nate explores Lendlease's Podium platform, which connects developers, architects, engineers, and suppliers in a unified system. Patterson explains how mass timber construction is driving changes in componentization while highlighting Lendlease's strategy to combine digital design with mass timber methods. Their discussion shows how the construction industry moves from fragmented processes to integrated workflows, balancing efficiency with environmental impact through technology and materials innovation. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 0:45...
2024-11-1357 min
The Nick Halaris ShowNate Helbach – How to Make Real Estate More Sustainable and RegenerativeThis week on The Nick Halaris Show we are featuring Nate Helbach, the founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company. Neutral’s mission is to develop financially responsible, sustainable living spaces that foster healthy lifestyles and friendly neighborhoods.Ready to dive in? Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube or on your favorite podcast platform.I wanted to have Nate on the sho...
2024-10-2953 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 19 – Structural Engineering for Mass Timber | Josh DortzbachIn this episode, Josh Dortzbach, CEO and Co-Founder of Forefront Structural Engineers, shares his journey into architecture, focusing on adaptive reuse and mass timber construction. Listen as we dive into and discuss the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of adaptive reuse projects, the advantages of mass timber and its cost-competitiveness. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit neutralpodcast.substack.com
2024-10-1856 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 18 – Promoting Wellbeing in Built Environments | Lindsay BakerIn this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Baker, CEO of International Living Future Institute (ILFI), to explore her fascinating work in regenerative building design and certification. Starting with her work on the LEED rating system as an early member of U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Lindsay discusses the lessons she learned there and her history at Google and WeWork before she started her tenure at at ILFI. Listen as Lindsay sheds light on the future of regenerative buildings, explaining how sustainable architecture can create regenerative and circular systems that benefit both people and the environment.
2024-10-0355 min
Neutral PodcastThe Neutral Podcast - Lindsay Baker on Pioneering Green Architecture, the Living Building Challenge, and Transformative Sustainability PracticesSend us a textEver wondered how a high school passion could lead to a groundbreaking impact on green architecture? Join us as we welcome Lindsay Baker, a pioneer in sustainable building, who takes us through her remarkable journey from her teenage fascination with green building to shaping the LEED rating system. With invaluable experiences at tech giants like Google and WeWork, Lindsay discusses her holistic approach to sustainable architecture, where rigorous innovation meets creative problem-solving. Her role at the International Living Future Institute exemplifies her commitment to transforming today's building industry into a beacon of sustainability.
2024-10-0355 min
BuzzHouse: A Baker Tilly PodcastSustainability in multifamily housing developmentOn this episode of BuzzHouse, Don and Garrick sit down with Nate Helbach, founder and CEO of Neutral, a regenerative development company that crafts financially responsible, sustainable living spaces. Over the course of the episode, Don and Garrick talk with Nate about the thesis he utilizes for Neutral’s strategy, the philosophy and benefits of using sustainable materials like mass timber, Neutral’s use of renewable energy sources and more. Press play and discover this informative and enlightening episode!Follow UsTwitter @BakerTillyUSFacebook @BakerTillyUSInstagram @bakertillyusPresented by Bake...
2024-09-1724 min
Person and Planet Podcast48: Live Panel Next Gen MKE, Sustainability & Smart Cities, Social & Community Benefits, Green Building & CertificationsThis next episode is a live podcast from the Next Gen MKE conference session, the Sustainability & Smart Cities Panel with panelists:
Janet Silbernagel, PhD, SITES AP, WI WBE: Founder & Principal Silvernail Studio for Geodesign, LLC
• Rachel Steffen: Sustainability Specialist EUA
• Kathleen Ellis: Principal Kakoon Buildings• Nate Helbach: Founder & CEO Neutral
• Margarita Hernandez, PhD: Chief Ecosystem Builder 4M
• Heidi Poscher: Strategist 4M
• Panel facilitated by Stephanie Krubsack: Purevant Living
Some of the topics discussed are:
• Social and community benefits associated with sustainable real estate developments
2024-09-0429 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 17 – Real Estate Finance and Sustainability | Chris TimminsSend us a textWhat drives disadvantaged communities to tolerate higher pollution levels, and can sustainable housing be the answer to urban inequality? This episode promises to unravel these complex questions with the expertise of Chris Timmons, a leading professor from UW-Madison. Chris, who has had an illustrious academic journey through institutions like Georgetown, Stanford, Yale, and Duke, balances his professional life while raising triplets, providing a unique perspective on managing both academic and personal challenges.Chris shares his groundbreaking research on non-market valuation, environmental justice, and the economic impact of poor air quality and...
2024-08-281h 24
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 16 – Design-Driven Real Estate | Troy HarrisSend us a textUnlock the secrets of sustainable forestry and timberland management with our special guest, Troy Harris, Managing Director of Timberland and Innovation Wood Products at Jamestown. With over three decades of experience in the industry, Troy takes us on a journey from his early days in pulp and paper companies to his current role, where he champions institutional investments in timberland as a real asset class. We'll explore Jamestown's innovative sustainability practices, including adaptive reuse of buildings and the incorporation of mass timber, balancing environmental goals with commercial needs.Troy provides an...
2024-08-141h 15
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 15 – Multifamily Fitness Innovation | Peter KrausSend us a textEver wondered how a modeling career could lead to a thriving fitness empire? In this episode of the Neutral Podcast, we chat with Peter Krause from PK Fitness, who shares his captivating journey from strutting runways around the globe to becoming a fitness mogul in Madison. Peter's openness about his early struggles, including an eating disorder, resonates deeply, showcasing how these personal challenges ignited his passion for health and fitness. We explore how his appearance on "The Bachelorette" in 2017 catapulted his business and public profile, adding an intriguing twist to his entrepreneurial journey.
2024-07-1754 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 14 – Passive House Facades | Asta FivgasSend us a textDiscover how cutting-edge design and sustainability practices are revolutionizing modern architecture. Join us as we welcome Asta Fivgas, Director of Pre-Construction at Reflections Window and Wall, to provide an insider's look at the innovative Passive House rated glass facade for the 32-story Edison project in Milwaukee. Learn about RWW's pioneering use of low embodied carbon aluminum, powered by renewable energy sources, and their global collaboration with partners in Shanghai, Mumbai, and Doha. Asta’s expertise sheds light on the future of sustainable construction and the intricate global supply chain that supports it.
2024-07-0328 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 13 – Developing With Mass Timber | Dan WhalenSend us a textReady to uncover the secrets behind sustainable real estate development? Join us on the Neutral Podcast as we sit down with Dan Whelan from Harbor Bay Ventures. Dan shares his remarkable journey from aspiring sports journalist and professional football player to becoming a leading figure in real estate development. Learn how a spontaneous visit to a construction site during his MBA studies sparked a passion that led him to navigate complex redevelopment projects and ultimately pioneer innovative mass timber construction.Discover the multifaceted benefits of mass timber, including environmental advantages, faster...
2024-06-1950 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 12 – Sustainable Cities | Jeff RisomSend us a textCan the design of our cities actually impact our health and well-being? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jeff Rizmo, partner and CIO at Gale, as we unravel the complex interplay between urban design, sustainability, and public health. From his multicultural roots in Colorado to his pivotal role in Copenhagen, Jeff’s journey is a testament to the transformative potential of thoughtful urban planning. He shares how his engineering background and a life-changing study abroad experience in Denmark led him to the forefront of sustainable urban design, inspired by the legendary Jan Ge...
2024-06-0547 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 11 – Sustainable Cities | Cara EckholmSend us a textEmbark on a journey with Cara Elkhorn, a trailblazer in sustainable urban development, as she shares her expansive knowledge and experience in transforming cityscapes into eco-friendly spaces. From Beijing's sprawling urbanity to the green initiatives of Copenhagen and New York, Cara takes us through her evolution in the industry, highlighting her time at Sidewalk Labs and the emergence of venture investing in real estate technology. We explore the significance of sustainable materials like mass timber and the influence they hold in crafting carbon-neutral buildings, setting a precedent for future urban development....
2024-05-2246 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 10 – Designing Neutral Edison | Ray HartshorneSend us a textIn this episode of The Neutral Podcast, we sat down with Ray Hartshorne, Co-Founder and Partner at Hartshorne Plunkard Architecture ("HPA"). He and his team at HPA are leading the design for The Neutral Project's historic development in Milwaukee, The Edison. Join us as we discuss the history of architects and builders using wood in construction dating back several hundred years and how Ray and his Co-Founder Jim Plunkard have used it in historic rehabilitations to mass timber towers like T...
2024-05-0857 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 09 – Financing Mass Timber Developments | Douglas LyonsSend us a textEmbark on a captivating journey through the landscape of sustainable real estate development and investment with our esteemed guest, Douglas Lyons of Promark. His impressive career arc, from intern to Managing Principal, weaves a story of innovation and adaptation in an industry that never stands still. Tune in as Doug unveils the lessons learned from economic cycles and his collaborative ventures with real estate titans, offering a masterclass in the synthesis of private equity and capital markets.This episode peels back the layers of real estate investment structures, providing a clear-eyed...
2024-04-241h 03
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 08 – Mass Timber Adoption | Ricky McLainSend us a textVenture into the green frontier of construction with Woodworks' Ricky McLean as we uncover the transformative world of mass timber, a material that's reshaping our urban landscapes. Witness the sustainability revolution through Ricky's lens, from his pivotal work on groundbreaking projects like Baker's Place and the Edison to the nitty-gritty of technical wood construction support. Through our conversation, you're guaranteed an unparalleled look into how mass timber is not just a building material, but a beacon for eco-conscious development.Fire safety, a paramount concern in any structural innovation, gets a thorough...
2024-04-101h 06
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 07 – Mass Timber Manufacturing & Adoption | Thomas MendeSend us a textPrepare to unlock the secrets of sustainable forestry and the timber industry with our esteemed guest, Thomas Mende, the visionary leader of Binderholz Timber. Through his lens, we journey from the roots of a modest family sawmill to the towering success of a global lumber enterprise. Witness firsthand how a dedication to innovation and efficiency has not only shaped Binderholz's rise but also contributed to the larger narrative of responsible resource management and value-added wood production.As we navigate the terrain of U.S. forest management, we uncover the intricate dance...
2024-03-2746 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 06 – Industrialized Construction | Oliver David KriegSend us a textIn this episode, we are joined by Oliver David “OD” Krieg, CTO at Intelligent City, to discuss the topics of building design automation, dissecting the intricacies of breaking buildings down to their constituent elements, and exploring the delicate balance between designing for manufacturing efficiency versus end-user experience. We delved into the profound influence of nature on design methodologies and unearthed the challenges inherent in design automation. Join us as we investigate the complexities of system architecture, manufacturing automation, component design, and the future of sustainable, efficient buildings.
2024-03-131h 16
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 05 – Mass Timber Manufacturing & Adoption | Johannes HabenbacherSend us a textIn episode 5, we welcomed Johannes Habenbacher Chief Technology Officer of KLH Massivholz, which also happens to be the supplier of mass timber for The Neutral Project’s Bakers Place.In this episode we discuss the pioneering role of KLH in the rise of mass timber construction, their processes for converting logs into lamellas, and argue the need for a commitment to sustainable forestation plus certification and reusing materials in mass timber and CLT production. This episode offers a glimpse into the journey of transforming raw timber into versatile construction materials.
2024-02-2758 min
City Cast MadisonHow New Apts on E. Wash Are Helping Solve Climate ChangeNew apartment buildings in Madison promise many amenities: granite countertops, fitness centers, and rooftop decks. But one new development, Bakers Place, promises something more: a chance to save us from climate change. The building uses a classic material – wood – with a new twist. It’s the first building in Madison to use mass timber, an engineered material to replace steel and concrete, which are environmentally costly to produce. The wood material also promises to slow climate change by keeping carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. The 14-story apartment building is currently under construction on East Washington Avenue on Madi...
2024-02-2121 min
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 04 – Sustainable Cities | Ben StevensSend us a textIn our latest episode, we welcomed Ben Stevens, author of "The Birth of a Building," to explore the dynamic realm of real estate development. Our discussion navigated the delicate balance between merchant and long-term hold development strategies and weighed each approach's pros and cons. We explored the incentivization of sustainable real estate development initiatives and dissected the risks and rewards of sustainable innovation from the capital market perspective. Through insightful analysis, we evaluated the cost-benefit considerations of integrating sustainable innovation into real estate development projects, shedding light on the importance of sustainable practices...
2024-02-131h 04
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 03 – Mass Timber Architecture | Andrew WaughSend us a textUnlock the transformative power of sustainable architecture as we sit down with Andrew Waugh, the visionary behind Waugh and Thistleton Architects, and delve into the remarkable two-decade journey of mass timber construction. This episode promises to unpack the environmental superiority of timber, highlighting its pivotal role in carbon sequestration and its reduced impact on foundations, sparing the earth from unnecessary harm. Step into the world of sophisticated, componentized systems and rigorous R&D that have propelled timber from simple construction material to an innovation powerhouse in building design.Expect...
2024-01-301h 01
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 02 – Industrialized Construction | Jerker LessingSend us a textIn this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Jerker Lessing, Adjunct Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Stanford. Our conversation delved into the transformative realm of industrialized construction and how it compares to traditional construction methods. Jerker, who earned a PhD from Lund University in Sweden, is also the Director of Research and Development at BoKlok, Sweden’s residential housing concept, which aims to provide affordable sustainable home ownership in the form of industrialized, efficiently built homes. Read Jerker’s thesis “Industrialised House-Building Concept and Processes”, and his disser...
2024-01-161h 03
Neutral PodcastNeutral Podcast Ep 01 – Mass Timber Architecture | Michael GreenSend us a textLearn More at: https://www.theneutralproject.comMichael Green, Founder and Principal of Michael Green Architecture (MGA), and the man who is credited for coining the term “mass timber”, joins us to discuss an array of topics, from responsible forestry, to insights into the intersection of sustainability, architecture, and urban design. Learn how mass timber not only enhances the sustainability of buildings but can also contribute to human well-being. Additionally, we explore the importance of FSC and SFI-certified wood, delving into the intricate process of sourcing sustainable wood and mass...
2024-01-051h 01