Get It Right with Undercover Architect
Episodes
PAC Process | The BUILDER
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This is Episode 204. In this episode, I am speaking with a builder who only uses the PAC Process in his residential construction business. He n...
PAC Process | The DESIGNER
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This is Episode 203. In this episode, I speak with a building designer who is using the PAC Process with his residential clients to improve the...
PAC Process | The WHAT
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This is Episode 202. In this episode, I’m continuing the conversation about the PAC Process, where you bring a builder on board your desi...
PAC Process | The WHY
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, this is Episode 201. If you’re frustrated at hearing all the stories about those who spend loads of time on their home design, only to fi...
Celebrating 200 Episodes of the Undercover Architect podcast
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 200. Can you believe it? Sometimes I pinch myself that I’m here, that you’re here, that we’re on this journey togeth...
Part 2 | Supplying your own fixtures and finishes
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode #199. In this episode, I’m continuing on with information about what to consider if you’re planning on supplying your own ...
Part 1 | Supplying your own fixtures and finishes
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This is Episode #198, and I’m diving into the topic of supplying your own fixtures and finishes for your renovation or building project. ...
Design Construct Builders and Companies | What to know before you choose
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode #197, and in it, I’ll be talking about using a Design Construct Builder or Company for your new home or renovation. Design...
Creating Your Design Brief
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode #196, and in it, I’m going to share with you how to create a comprehensive and effective design brief for your renovation or bui...
The stories we tell ourselves as we create our future homes
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 195 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the stories we tell ourselves that may sabotage our ren...
How to communicate with your project team
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 194 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’ll be covering the kick-off stage of your project. This is where you&r...
Ready to sign a building contract and hit ‘GO’ on your renovation or new build? - Episode 8 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 193 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’m talking about those of you, who have got your plans locked and loaded, and...
We're stuck. We have a design we don't love, and we're not sure what to do now. - Episode 07 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 192 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’ll be talking about being stuck. That frustrating feeling when you’re ...
Working with an architect or designer on your home design - Episode 06 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 191 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’ll be talking about those who are working with someone right now on your hom...
DIY’ing your home design and about to choose your builder - Episode 05 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 190 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode I’ll be talking about those who are DIY’ing their design, and know that s...
Kick off your project with the best first steps - Episode 04 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 189 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode I’ll be covering the kick-off stage of your project. This is where you&rs...
Dreaming about your future family home? What to do next. - Episode 03 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 188 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’ll be helping you learn how to get it right if you’re at the stage in ...
How to have fun as you build or renovate your future home - Episode 02 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is episode 187 of the Get it Right podcast. In this episode, I’ll be talking about getting serious about your project, and how this can be ...
The confronting lessons I had to learn | Amelia Lee, Undercover Architect - Episode 01 (Season 13 - Your next best steps)
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This season is all about helping you take action. This season is going to help you, whatever stage you’re at, take your next best steps. To avoi...
Create Your Home With Heart
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’m super excited to be bringing this episode to you. Because in it, I’m going to share with you some really fantastic news if you’r...
Choosing the Right Builder: How to Get it Right
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special episode where I’ll be sharing how to choose the right builder and some of the mistakes I see homeowners make when it comes to ...
Part 2 of the Australian Bushfire Building: Active Defence - Episode 17 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! I’m back with Part 2 and more of my recap of the Australian Bushfire Building Conference. There was a consistent theme to the confe...
Australian Bushfire Building: Conference Review Part 1 - Episode 16 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! It’s been an amazing season on the podcast so far, and it’s been great to hear from those of you who have found this information he...
How to check your Home Insurance covers you - Part 2: David Keane, Solve My Claim - Episode 15 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! It’s the last part of my conversation with David Keane from Solve My Claim, in what’s been an amazing interview (over 5 episodes) f...
Have you got the right insurance? Part 1: David Keane, Solve My Claim - Episode 14 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! In this episode, I’m back with more from David Keane, Solve My Claim. Solve my Claim provides expert support and assistance to anyone str...
Choosing a sustainable home loan - Part 2: Amy Beattie, Good Green Home Loans - Episode 13 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back with Part 2 of my conversation with Amy Beattie, Mortgage Broker and owner of Good Green Home Loans. We’re covering more info abo...
Getting a home loan for your new build or renovation - Part 1: Amy Beattie, Good Green Home Loans - Episode 12 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’m looking forward to this episode and introducing Amy Beattie to you. Amy is a Mortgage Broker and owner of Good Green Home Loans, a mortgage ...
Passivhaus Design + Construct and designing for bushfires: Envirotecture Part 2 - Episode 11 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Andy Marlow and Dick Clarke from Envirotecture. In this episode, we’re talking about Passi...
A bushfire home that’s affordable and sustainable: Envirotecture Part 1 - Episode 10 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This is the first of 2 episodes where I’ll be sharing my conversation with Andy Marlow and Dick Clarke from Envirotecture, a building des...
Bushfire Refuge Centres and Home Design Ideas: Julie Firkin Architect Part 2 - Episode 09 (SEASON 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with architect, Julie Firkin. In this episode, we’re talking about Bushfire Community Centres, ...
Bushfire Homes Service and designing bushfire homes: Julie Firkin Architect Part 1 - Episode 08 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll be talking about what’s been done in the past to help homeowners with the design of their homes when rebuilding afte...
Bushfire Consultants and getting your strategy right - Part 2: Jeff Dau, Ember Bushfire Consulting - Episode 07 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is Part 2 of my conversation with Jeff Dau, from Ember Bushfire Consulting. In this episode, I’ll be talking more with Jeff a...
BAL Ratings, AS3959 + Bushfire Consultants - Part 1: Jeff Dau, Ember Bushfire Consulting - Episode 06 (SEASON 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we meet Jeff Dau, who is a bushfire consultant. If you have a bushfire overlay, or discover any type of bushfire requirements o...
Making an Insurance Claim - Part 3: David Keane, Solve My Claim - Episode 05 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is Part 3 of my conversation with David Clarke from Solve My Claim. In it, David will be helping us understand some specific terminology ...
Making Insurance Claims Part 2: David Keane, Solve My Claim - Episode 04 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be talking with David Keane, from Solve My Claim. We’re specifically talking about insurance claims, and what might...
Making Insurance Claims Part 1: David Keane, Solve My Claim - Episode 03 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! In this episode, I’m kicking off a 3-part episode conversation with David Keane from Solve My Claim. Solve my Claim provides expert suppo...
How to Rebuild and Build Better | After bushfires and beyond - Episode 00 (Season 12 - REBUILD + BUILD BETTER)
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Be sure to subscribe to this season, and also head to Undercover Architect’s YouTube Channel for video interviews. All interview transcripts are...
The Latest Help for Your Reno or New Build
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! This episode is a one-off I’m doing to catch you up on a few things that have been happening behind the scenes at Undercover Architect an...
Your Complete Interior Design Basics Guide - Episode 25 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This, believe it or not, is our final episode for what has been an epic season called “Interior Design Basics”. So, stay tuned, as I do a ...
Balancing style and function in any home | Jessica Bellef - Episode 24 (SEASON 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back this week with the gorgeous Jessica Bellef, freelance stylist and author of the amazing book “Individual: Inspiration for creat...
Individual: Inspiration for creating a home that is uniquely your own | Jessica Bellef - Episode 23 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first in a 2-part interview with Jessica Bellef, freelance stylist, and author of “Individual: Inspiration for creating a home that ...
Successful lighting design for your home | Craig Thomas, Caribou - Episode 22 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
My guest for this episode is Craig Thomas, Managing Director of Caribou. With over 20 years in the industry, he is SUPER passionate about lighting and...
Plantation Shutters and the mistakes people make - Episode 21 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the second of a 2-part interview I have with Evan Montero, Co-founder and managing director of DIY Blinds … so if you haven&rsq...
Curtains and Blinds with DIY Blinds Co-Founder, Evan Montero - Episode 20 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
People who are renovating or building new will often leave window furnishings until the last minute, or until after they’ve moved in. As a resul...
Choosing the best interior paint products - Episode 19 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing the best paint product can seem confusing. Are they really that different? The answer is “YES”, and this episode shares why. Josh...
Avoid these common Interior Design mistakes - Episode 18 (Season 11 - Avoid these common Interior Design mistakes)
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Frances and I see homeowners regularly make some common mistakes when it comes to their interior design. This can be related to who they ...
Successful lighting design for your home’s interiors - Episode 17 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re designing your new home or renovation, have you started thinking about the lighting design? I find many homeowners will leave th...
Creating your Interior Design ‘look’ with Liz Hayward, Hayward & Co - Episode 16 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you create the ideal Interior Design ‘look’ for your family home? Liz Hayward from Hayward & Co gives us tips on moodboards, cr...
Choosing your bathroom fixtures with Reece - Episode 15 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What do you need to know about choosing your bathroom fixtures? Daniela Santilli, Bathroom Marketing Leader for Reece tells us. Your bathroom fixtures...
Learn how to draw plans and 3D models of your home - Episode 14 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How can you, as the homeowner, draw up 3D models of your new home or renovation design? So you can be sure you’ve got it right inside a computer...
Interior design for your bathroom - Episode 13 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In my experience, bathrooms often follow kitchens as an area where a huge amount of deliberation happens as homeowners work through their interior des...
Choosing the right colour with Dulux - Episode 12 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is choosing the right colour for your home something you’re enjoying, or overwhelmed by? Dulux have been helping homeowners do this with their c...
How to design a home without an architect
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join the free 5 Day Home Design Challenge (it’s running from 29 Jan - 2 Feb 2020) >>> https://undercoverarchitect.com/challenge And che...
Designing your home? How to know what it’ll cost. And Velux skylights. - Episode 05 (HOLIDAY Q & A)
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! In the last of our special Q & A episodes, Brett has a brilliant question about working out costs early in his project, and Patricia wants ...
Do we renovate or sell? - Episode 04 (HOLIDAY Q&A)
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get it right in your home design? Watch my free online workshop, where I share 5 key ways (plus lots of other tips and strategies) >>>...
Understanding biophilic design. And high level windows that work. - Episode 03 (HOLIDAY Q & A)
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get it right in your home design? Watch my free online workshop, where I share 5 key ways (plus lots of other tips and strategies) >>>...
Key things to know about Prefab, and designing a south-facing home. - Episode 02 (HOLIDAY Q & A)
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get it right in your home design? Watch my free online workshop, where I share 5 key ways (plus lots of other tips and strategies) >>>...
Are SIPs any good? And what kitchen trends are on their way out? - Episode 01 (HOLIDAY Q & A)
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get it right in your home design? Watch my free online workshop, where I share 5 key ways (plus lots of other tips and strategies) >>>...
Shopping online for tiles with TileCloud - Episode 11 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What do you need to know about shopping online for tiles? We talk with Floss Kelly, co-founder, about TileCloud. If you’re selecting and orderin...
Colour Psychology and using it in your home - Episode 10 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Karen Haller. Karen Haller is the leading international authority in the field of Applied Colour Psychology - how colour...
Important Details to know for your Kitchen Interior Design - Episode 09 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frances Cosway of White Pebble Interiors and I go into more detail about some of the other materials and fixtures you’ll need t...
The Essentials of Kitchen Interior Design - Episode 08 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Your Kitchen Interior Design can create a kitchen that works, is durable and looks great. But are you ready for ALL the decisions and considerations y...
How to Choose Carpet for your family home - Episode 07 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
18 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know how to choose carpet for your family home and make the right choice? There’s lots to know when it comes to carpet. How do you choos...
Choosing concrete as a floor for your future home - Episode 06 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
11 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let me introduce my special guest for this podcast episode, Jess Ausburn. Jess is Owner of Diagrind NSW, as well as green cleaning supplies business, ...
Tiling: Types, terminology and things to know for your floors - Episode 05 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing tiles for your family home’s floors can be a fantastic, durable and sustainable choice. There are so many options now, with colours and...
Timber flooring for your new home or renovation - Episode 04 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Frances Cosway and I share our thoughts on timber flooring. We talk about solid timber and engineered timber flooring, why we’d...
The First Interior Decision: Choosing Flooring - Episode 03 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing your flooring is the first decision to make in your interior design selections. And we know, from experience, that many homeowners DON’...
Top Myths About Interior Designers and Interior Design - Episode 02 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Having worked in this industry for 25 years now, I’ve seen all sorts of things get said and thought about Interior Designers and Interior Design...
Why Use an Interior Designer? - Episode 01 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Frances is an interior designer, principal of White Pebble Interiors, and author of “Your Forever Home”, and she has some great insight to...
Getting it Right in Your Home’s Interior Design - Episode 0 (Season 11 - INTERIOR DESIGN BASICS)
30 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to a brand new podcast season! In this episode, I’m going to be giving you an outline of the season to come, plus tell you mor...
How To Create A Home You Love On Any Budget
23 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re renovating or building new, how can you create a home you love? On any budget? Whether you’re renovating or building new, a...
Interviews with Project Manager, Riye Arai-Coupe (Bluebird Property Partners) + Builder, Sarah Heys (The Built Element) - Episode 10 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get the best from your budget, your design, your project team and the home you’re creating? Welcome to Episode 10 of Season 10. This ...
A room by room guide to a healthy home | Interview with Kate Hamblet, Balanced Architecture
12 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want a room by room guide to creating your healthy home? If you want to design your home so it supports your health and well-being, start by understan...
American design professionals, Kate Hamblet (Balanced Architecture, USA) and Kyle Macht (Macht Architecture, USA) - Episode 8 (Season 10 - Industry Insiders)
05 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How can you create a sustainable home that supports your health and well-being? Hello, and welcome to Episode 8 of Season 10. In this episode, I have ...
Interior Design: Creating spaces that look and feel great | Interview with Tara Dennis, Archie Bolden - Episode 7 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS) )
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How can you use Interior Design to create spaces that look and feel great in your home? Interior Designer, Tara Dennis, has some seriously great ideas...
Interviews with Australian industry professionals, Caroline Jean-Baptiste (Mortgage Choice, QLD) + Peta Charles (Brisbane Town Planning, QLD) - Episode 6 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get the money you need for your renovation or new build project? And what’s involved in understanding town planning rules so you know...
The steps to finding a contractor or builder you can trust | Interview with Shawn Van Dyke - Episode 5 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What steps are involved in finding a contractor or builder you can trust? As a homeowner, for you to know the steps to finding a contractor or builder...
How to design a sustainable and affordable home | Interview with Jenny Edwards and Sarah Lebner, Light House Architecture + Science (ACT) - Episode 4 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
08 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to design a sustainable AND affordable home? Well, most homeowners I speak to say ‘No!’ … it’s always more exp...
Interviews with American designers, Marina V Umali (Marina V Design Studio, NY + NJ) and Jake Krowkowski (JWK Design, SC) - Episode 3 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
01 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What do you need to know about renovating and building your family home? And how can Feng Shui be used in the design of your home? Hello, and welcome ...
Interviews with Australian architects, Christopher Megowan (Megowan Architectural, VIC) + Suzie Hunt (Suzanne Hunt Architect, WA) - Episode 2 (Season 10 -
24 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you choose the right architect to work with? And how can you work well with them to keep your project on budget, and create a beautiful, long-t...
How to be delighted when working with an architect | Interview with Anthony Laney, Laney LA - Episode 1 (Season 10 - INDUSTRY INSIDERS)
17 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find a great quality architect? One you have a good fit with, delivers beautiful work, and will take care of you as a client? Meet Anthony ...
What’s Season 10 all about? | Meet the industry insiders - Episode 0 (Season - INDUSTRY INSIDER INSIGHTS)
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What do industry insiders think it’s important for you to know when building or renovating? One of the reasons I created Undercover Architect, ...
Are you chasing the after photo? | Styling and staging are not what makes a home - Episode 8 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you chasing the after photo? Styling and staging may be seducing you to make the wrong choices for your home design. As you browse the internet, l...
Forever Family Home building or renovating VS Flipping for Profit - Episode 7 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
06 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Renovating or building your forever family home is entirely different to flipping a home for profit - but not in all the ways you think. Many homeown...
What Will Really Get Your Renovation or New Home Built? - Episode 6 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re just wanting to get your renovation or new home built, the real life process may be disappointing for you. Why? Reality TV and online ...
The Real Life cost and time of renovating and building - Episode 5 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
22 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The most significant differences between real life renovating and building and reality TV and online versions is COST and TIME. Why does it seem so mu...
Why naming your style can be dangerous for your project - Episode 4 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
15 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What style is my house? And my preferred taste? Do you find yourself asking this question when renovating or building? Everyone wants to know &ldquo...
Anyone can renovate or build their home (apparently) - Episode 3 (Season 9: KEEPING IT REAL)
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SEASON 9 - KEEPING IT REAL EPISODE 03 - Anyone can renovate or build their home (apparently) They say anyone can build or renovate their home - can&rs...
How Renovating and Building can be like having children | How to manage your project well - Episode 2 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
01 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Nervous about building or renovating? Want to manage your project well? You may be surprised to hear many say it’s like having children. This is...
Real life renovating and building is not the same as reality TV (but how different is it?) - Episode 1 (Season 9 - KEEPING IT REAL)
25 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Planning a renovation or new home and inspired by reality TV, YouTube and social media? You may already be aware that real life renovating and buildin...
Building a Sustainable Forever Home | Interview with Frances Cosway, White Pebble Interiors - Episode 16 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
25 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to build a sustainable forever home? Frances Cosway of White Pebble Interiors tells us about her family home. The White Pebble Home is a stunning...
The Passive House Renovator | Interview with Cameron Munro, Armadale House - Episode 15 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
18 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you renovate a home as a Passive House (or Passivehaus)? Especially when that home is an early 1900s weatherboard cottage? In this episode, I&r...
The Certifier and an Australian Passive House Pioneer | Interview with Clare Parry, Grun Consulting - Episode 14 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOM
11 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is Passive House necessary in Australia? This is a question many ask, because they believe our climate is too mild to necessitate the Passive House ap...
The Builder constructing Passive House | Interview with Stuart Lee, Craftsmen Quality Builders -Episode 13 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
04 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build a Passive House? The construction of a Passive House requires specific processes and knowledge. Learn what it takes to build the Owl ...
The Consultant who tests and measures the Passive House | Interview with Luc Plowman, Detail Green - Episode 12 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
So you want to build or renovate a Passive House? Your specialist team may need to include a Certified Passive House Consultant to help test and measu...
The Architect who designed a Passive House | Interview with Talina Edwards, Talina Edwards Architecture - Episode 11 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
21 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Talina Edwards, of Talina Edwards Architecture, is the architect on the Owl Woods Passive House project. This project didn’t start out as a Pass...
The Client who wanted a Passive House | Interview with David Rhind, Owl Woods Passive House Project - Episode 10 (Season 8: A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you decide you want to build your forever family home as a Passive House? This is the story of a homeowner who did just that. I&rsqu...
What is Passive House (or Passivhaus)? | Interview with Daniel Kress of Smart Plus Homes - Episode 9 (Season 8 - A SIMPLE GUIDE TO A SUSTAINABLE HOME)
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What is Passive House? Or Passivhaus (as the Germans say!) Passive House offers an opportunity to create a home that is comfortable, improves your hea...
Is next year YOUR year to build or renovate your home? Then listen to this podcast to learn how to get it right.- Episode 4 (PRE-XMAS SEASON 2018)
17 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m going to be sharing with you how to really get yourself ready for your renovation or building project if that’s on th...
Would you like a coach and 1:1 support for your renovation or building project? - Episode 3 (PRE-XMAS SEASON 2018)
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Your Reno Roadmap, my renovation and building course and membership can provide the 1:1 support and advice to save you time, money and stress in your ...