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Episodes
What to know before you sign a building contract | Interview with lawyer, Despina Priala - Episode 9 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction )
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Despina Priala of Priala Legal, provides fantastic tips and insight into building and renovating contra...
Practical Completion: the final stage in your home construction - Episode 8 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction )
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
The Interior Fitout of your new home or renovation - Episode 7 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction )
02 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
Finishing your home’s exterior: the Lockup or Enclosed Stage Part 2 - Episode 6 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction)
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
Making your home water-tight: the Lockup or Enclosed Stage Part 1 - Episode 5 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction)
18 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
The timber or steel framing of your future home - Episode 4 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction )
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
The Slab or Base Stage - Episode 3 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction )
04 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
What happens during demolition and site preparation? - Episode 2 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction)
28 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
Understanding the early contract stages when building or renovating - Episode 1 (Season 7)
21 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that will gi...
How to avoid a horror build or renovation - Episode 0 (Season 7 - The Stages of Home Construction)
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make your construction process simpler – and you more sane and confident? Manage Your Build is my online program that wi...
Project Diary | A New Home in New Zealand - Episode 4 (Season Interlude)
07 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This episode introduces a new Project Diary on the Undercover Architect website – the design and construction of a new home in New Zealand. ...
3 Commonly Asked Questions about Building and Renovating - Episode 3 (Season Interlude)
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Got questions about your renovation or new home? This episode answers 3 questions I receive frequently from the UA Community. I recei...
What should be in an architect’s quote? - Episode 2 (Interlude Season)
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Know what to look for in an architect's or designer's quote so you can protect yourself and your project. Request your FREE Guide ...
Not All Designers Are Created Equal - Episode 1 (Interlude Season)
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Grab the free e-guide “How to Design a Home – 5 Simple Steps to Get Started and Get it Right”. This guide will take you t...
Designing for a 'View from Upper Level' Block of Land - Episode 7 (Season 6 - Designing for Difficult Sites)
09 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The View from Upper Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarc...
Designing for a Dual Access Block of Land - Episode 6 (Season 6 - Designing For Difficult Sites)
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The Dual Access Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarchite...
Designing for an Acreage Block of Land - Episode 5 (Season 6 - Designing for difficult sites )
26 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The Acreage Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarchitect.com/acreage...
Designing for a Sloping Block of Land - Episode 4 (Season 6 - Designing for difficult sites)
19 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The Sloping Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarchitect.c...
Designing for a Wide Block of Land - Episode 3 (Season 6 - Designing for difficult sites )
12 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The Wide Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarchitect.com/wideblock Do...
Designing for a Narrow Block of Land - Episode 2 (Season 6 - Designing for difficult sites)
05 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Request your free E-Guide “The Narrow Block” which includes a transcript of this podcast >>> www.undercoverarchitect.co...
Designing for a Corner Block of Land - Episode 1 (Season 6 - Designing for difficult sites)
26 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Grab the bonus free download for this episode, which includes a transcript and worksheet for you to get it right on your corner block >>> www...
Designing for Difficult Sites - Episode 0 (Season 6 - Season Intro)
19 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This upcoming podcast season will be all about designing for difficult sites. For the non-standard, non-normal, tricky sites. A cookie cutte...
Three secrets we keep about renovating or building our homes - Episode 5 (Season 5 - Mistakes People Make)
12 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There are 3 secrets I see homeowners keep when planning and carrying out their home renovation or building projects. These things...
Avoid being a home renovating or building newbie - Episode 4 (Season 5 - Mistakes Many Make)
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
MY FREE 7 DAY CHALLENGE IS STARTING NOW! HEAD TO www.undercoverarchitect.com/7daychallenge Want to feel and sound like...
The most underestimated mistake when building or renovating your home - Episode 3 (Season 5 - Mistakes Many Make)
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what the most underestimated mistake is when building or renovating your home? Listen to the podcast to learn the renovating a...
Know how to ask for what you want in your reno or new build - Episode 2 (Season 5 - Mistakes Many Make)
22 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how to ask for what you want in your renovation or building project? And be sure you’re getting what you paid for? One of the ...
Don’t get lost down a Google Rabbit Hole - Episode 1 (Season 5 - Mistakes Many Make)
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! And welcome to 2018 and the first episode this year on the "Get it Right" podcast. And the first episode of Season 5: Mistakes Many M...
Wrapping up 2017 on “Get it Right” - Episode 5 (Interlude)
18 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I wrap up 2017 on the “Get it Right” podcast, and share what’s coming up in 2018. I thought it would be ...
Undercover Architect answers your questions - Episode 4 (Interlude)
11 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I get LOADS of questions … some on the blog, some via email, some on social media and lots and lots inside my online courses. I fin...
How to get started on planning a renovation or building project - Episode 3 (Interlude)
04 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get started on planning a renovation or building project? And how do you avoid procrastinating for so long that you never a...
Renovate? Or Knockdown-Rebuild? Here’s help with your decision - Episode 2 (Interlude)
27 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Trying to make the decision whether to renovate, or to knockdown-rebuild can prevent people from starting their project for months, or ...
Planning a holiday design, renovation or building project? Here’s 7 tips to get ready. - Episode 1 (Interlude)
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you're listening to this around its time of release, it's late November, and there's less than 5 weeks until Christmas. And even less time to the s...
What does a Builder do? | With Duayne Pearce of D Pearce Constructions - Episode 11 (Season 4)
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s dive into the role of Builder on your project. Duayne Pearce is a Brisbane-based licensed Builder, with over 20 years exper...
What does a Landscape Designer do? | With Fi and Jules of Sticks + Stones Landscape Design - Episode 10 (Season 4)
06 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Julia Levitt and Fiona Ericsson are the team behind Sticks and Stones Landscape Design, and in this episode, we’re talking about what a Landscap...
What does a Building Certifier do? | With Mick Tyrell - Episode 9 (Season 4)
30 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking about what a Building Certifier is, and why you need them – in fact, in most cases, they’re essen...
What does a Bushfire Consultant do? | With Matthew Willis - Episode 8 (Season 4)
23 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I speak with Matthew Willis of Bushfire Planning Services. Matt is a Bushfire Consultant, and will be sharing with us when you require this role in yo...
What does an Interior Designer do? | With Melissa Wittig - Episode 7 (Season 4)
16 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about Interior Designers, what they do and how they help you. I know this is an area where homeowners can get confused. I se...
What does a Landscape Architect do? | With Luke Jones - Episode 6 (Season 4)
09 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we head outside … and into the gardens and exteriors of our homes. When we’re renovating or building our home, we ...
What does a Structural Engineer do? | With Josh Neale - Episode 5 (Season 4)
02 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll learn all about how a structural engineer will help you in your project, and why you need one. Josh Neale...
What does a Town Planner do? | With Nuala Dewhurst - Episode 4 (Season 4)
25 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The requirements for working with a Town Planner, when you’ll need one and what you’ll need one for, will vary from state to state, suburb...
What does a Building Designer do? | With Aaron Wailes - Episode 3 (Season 4)
18 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’ll be diving into the role of Building Designer. Aaron Wailes is a Brisbane-based licensed Building Designer, with...
What does an Architect do? | With Shaun Lockyer - Episode 2 (Season 4)
11 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
So we’re in for a treat in this episode. The first interview in Season 04 is with Shaun Lockyer of Shaun Lockyer Architects. No...
Overview: All the roles - Episode 1 (Season 4)
04 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you confused about who you’ll need on your team to renovate or build your home? Homeowners often tell me they are. They&rsqu...
Know Your Team: Intro to Season 04 - Episode 0 (Season 4)
28 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Season 4 is called “Know Your Team”, and in this season, we’ll be exploring the roles of the various professionals that can help you...
Communication Mistakes to Avoid - Episode 3 (Interlude)
21 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There are lots of mistakes that I see homeowners make when it comes to building and renovating their homes. Mistakes that cost them extra time, money ...
Which tools will help you finish well? - Episode 2 (Interlude)
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our interlude - examining how to use communication as the powerful tool it can be, to get it right in our renovation or new build. In the ...
Communication: Before you build - Episode 1 (Interlude)
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I want to take a moment to deep dive into one key area that can be the cause of loads of challenges in your renovation or new build. I&rsqu...
Where Money Disappears in a Project - Episode 9 (Season 3)
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As you begin to design and plan your new home or renovation, chances are you’ll be: looking at the spaces you want to create&nb...
Spending and Staying on Track - Episode 8 (Season 3)
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
One of the things I often see occurs is that homeowners will be so diligent during their early phases of their projects. Total ninjas when j...
Getting costing info along the way - Episode 7 (Season 3)
17 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When homeowners find out – often with total shock – that their expectations for their renovation or new home project don’t matc...
What to do if you realise your budget is unrealistic - Episode 6 (Season 3)
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a saying that goes something like this … “A new home or renovation will always cost twice as much, and take twice as ...
The first conversation (with your potential designer or builder) - Episode 5 (Season 3)
03 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re first starting out on your project, you’re generally looking for a designer or a builder (or both). And ultimately you’r...
Stop Budget Blowouts Before You’ve Begun - Episode 4 (Season 3)
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Amelia wants to take you through some of the early mistakes she sees homeowners make. Ones that can cause budget blowouts down the track – befor...
5 Money Saving Myths Busted - Episode 3 (Season 3)
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There are 5 top money saving ideas Amelia hears homeowners use to explain how they’ll save big money in their reno or new build. In this episode...
Resources you can use - Episode 2 (Season 3)
12 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Often when you’re starting to think about your project, and trying to determine the budget you need to set aside for it, you don’t to have...
Where to start - Episode 1 (Season 3)
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Finding out what your renovation or new home will cost you is not a one-step exercise. In fact, in Amelia's experience, the best results come from app...
How to set (and stay on) your budget: Intro to Season 03 - Episode 0 (Season 3)
29 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Over the years Amelia has been working with homeowners, she has often them asked this question … “What are you most afr...
Entries and Front Gardens - Episode 12 (Season 2)
22 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Our homes’ front entries and front gardens are how our homes present themselves to the world. This episode brings us to the front of...
Outdoor living spaces and swimming pools - Episode 11 (Season 2)
15 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about your outdoor living spaces … so your alfresco, or deck, or patio, or terrace, or outdoor room. Amelia will also be talkin...
Stairs and Garages - Episode 10 (Season 2)
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Stairs and garages. Whilst it may seem odd to put these two items together, there’s a few things they have in common. Firstly of cou...
Study nooks, studies and home offices - Episode 9 (Season 2)
01 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this episode to learn how to get it right in your study nooks, studies and home offices. Our lives are busy. And whilst we do what we can to...
Secondary bedrooms for your kids and guests - Episode 8 (Season 2)
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about secondary bedrooms. “Secondary bedrooms” is the terminology Amelia uses to refer to any bedrooms that aren&rsquo...
Wardrobes, linens, laundries - Episode 7 (Season 2)
17 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amelia will be talking about wardrobes, linens, laundries and mudrooms. She'll also cover walk-in robes and other storage...
Bathrooms, ensuites and powder rooms - Episode 6 (Season 2)
10 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about the wet areas in our home, namely bathrooms, ensuites and powder rooms. These are cost-intensive areas in our home. ...
Bedroom Number 1: Your master suite - Episode 5 (Season 2)
03 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The main bedroom of the house … Bedroom Number 1. This can be simply a bedroom, or it can be arranged in combination with extra or attached spa...
All things kitchen (including butlers, walk-in pantries and appliance cupboards) - Episode 4 (Season 2)
27 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a huge amount to consider when it comes to designing your kitchen. And it, more than any other area of your home, you can feel a lot of ...
Your second living space: Do you really need it, and how to get it right - Episode 3 (Season 2)
20 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about the second living space in our homes. It goes by lots of different names, but most homeowners planning a renovation or new home ...
Living / Dining: How to design a great space for your lifestyle - Episode 2 (Season 2)
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question we’re asking today is: How do we make our living and dining rooms, great spaces in our new or renovated home? We spend a huge amoun...
How to design a home: The four “F”s of great home design - Episode 1 (Season 2)
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s get down to the fundamentals. This episode introduces the "four F"s Amelia likes to consider when designing any room in your home. And in ...
How to design a home: Intro to Season 02 - Episode 0 (Season 2)
27 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"What makes you think you're qualified to design your own home?!" Many of Amelia's industry colleagues will think this when a homeowner designs ...
Creating Spaciousness: Indoor Outdoor Connections - Episode 11 (Season 1)
20 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 11 of Season 1. In this last episode of Season 1, Amelia uncovers the 4th tool we have available to create spaciousn...
Creating Spaciousness: Great Storage - Episode 10 (Season 1)
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 10 of Season 1. In this episode, Amelia shares how great storage creates spaciousness. This is the third tool we hav...
Creating Spaciousness: Using Light - Episode 9 (Season 1)
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 9 of Season 1. In this episode, Amelia shares how light to can create spaciousness. Light is the second tool we have in ou...
Creating Spaciousness: Using Volume - Episode 8 (Season 1)
30 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 8 of Season 1. This season has been all about what matters most in designing your new home or renovation. Many homeo...
The assets that add design value for free - Episode 7 (Season 1)
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 7 of Season 1. In this episode, Amelia shares some of the other assets you have available that can add great value to yo...
Online resources to help with important design choices - Episode 6 (Season 1)
16 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 6 of Season 1. This episode will give you some free and low cost online resources to help with designing your home for y...
Making your home great: All things WEST - Episode 5 (Season 1)
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 5 of Season 1. This episode is the last of our four orientations. Over the last 3 episodes, we've talked about north, ea...
Making your home great: All things SOUTH - Episode 4 (Season 1)
02 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 4 of Season 1. So far this season, we've been exploring the idea of orientation. And the importance of knowing yours whe...
Making your home great: All things EAST – Episode 3 (Season 1)
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 3 of Season 1. In this episode, we continue on our adventure of uncovering what matters most, and what decisions to ...
Making your home great: All things NORTH - Episode 2 (Season 1)
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 2 of Season 1. We continue to explore what matters most, and what decisions to prioritise when designing your new or renov...
The most important thing to know when designing your home - Episode 1 (Season 1)
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This is Episode 1 of Season 1. This season Amelia is going to be taking you through what matters most. What are the most essential choices when...
What do you and your family need from your home (now and in the future) - Episode 4 (Launch Season)
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amelia will be helping you answer the last question, which is “What do you, and your family, actually need from your home &ndas...
What can your renovation or building budget afford? - Episode 3 (Launch Season)
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This episode uncovers question 3: What can your budget afford? Ugh … money. At some point it was going to get here, wasn’t it?!&nbs...
What are you allowed to do when renovating or building? - Episode 2 (Launch Season)
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, let’s talk about question 2. This question is “What are you allowed to do?” More specifically, it’s &ld...
Where to start when renovating or building - Episode 1 (Launch Season)
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
One of the consistent questions I receive from homeowners is “Where do I start?” It doesn’t matter whether you’re buildi...
Get It Right with Undercover Architect - Your guide to designing, building and renovating your home
17 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Get It Right! I’m Amelia Lee, the architect behind Undercover Architect, and I’m your secret ally. This podcast will help you get it r...