Building Sustainability Podcast

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The majority of homes currently being built are bad for the earth, the occupants and the builder’s health. Every fortnight, join Jeffrey Hart as he talks to designers, builders, makers, dreamers and doers. Exploring the wide world of sustainability in the built environment by talking to wonderful people who are doing excellent things. Whether you want to learn more about natural materials, are navigating your own self build, or just want to know that better alternatives are out there, this is the podcast for you. Support the show and get bonus content on Patreon
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Retrofit using Natural Materials Pt2 - Will Stanwix - BS122

Apr 21 2024 71 mins  
In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, Will Stanix joins me to delve into details of his barn conversion and upcoming clay plaster product. The discussion includes insights on hempcrete applications, clay mixes for roofs, and practical sustainable building practices. We touch on maintaining a raw yet functional look, and incorporating natural materials for a biophi

Retrofit using Natural Materials - Will Stanwix - BS121

Apr 02 2024 65 mins  
Join 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 fibr

The past informs the present, the present informs the past - Caroline Nicolay - BS120

Mar 18 2024 77 mins  
Caroline Nicolay discusses natural building and archaeology. We explore ancient techniques like mineral pigments and casein paints, debunking stereotypes of primitive living. Caroline shares her experiential archaeology journey, transitioning from historical food research to pigments in prehistory.We delve into ancient paint usage, lime in construction and making paint from natural

How to Build a Roundhouse Pt2 - Adrian Leaman - BS119

Feb 22 2024 53 mins  
How to Build a Roundhouse - Part 2! Be sure to check out Part 1 first.Episode linksWholewoods - https://wholewoods.co.uk/Buildcamp - https://www.instagram.com/buildcamp/Tony Wrench Roundhouse - https://www.thatroundhouse.info/. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/That_RoundhouseBuglife (invertebrate roofs) - https://www.buglife.org.uk/Center for ancient technology - https://ancienttechno

How to Build a Roundhouse Pt1 - Adrian Leaman - BS118

Feb 22 2024 57 mins  
Adrian Leaman from Wholewoods delves into the world of roundhouses and sustainable building practices. The conversation spans from building advice to foundation methods and the importance of using the right timber species in construction. We also discuss different types of roundhouses, techniques for building ring beams and the practicality and sustainability of round structures. J

Woven in the bone - Sam Goates - BS117

Feb 05 2024 71 mins  
In 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

Land/Clay/Timber - Paloma Gormley - BS116

Jan 22 2024 40 mins  
Paloma Gormley continues our conversation, focusing on the use of clay as a sustainable alternative to lime and cement. We explore the versatility of clay as a material and its use in various forms, such as unfired clay blocks and light earth constructions.We also delve into the challenges and potential solutions of using non-standard construction timber, such as coppice timbers. E

Architecture from Ecology - Paloma Gormley - BS115

Jan 22 2024 66 mins  
Architect, Paloma Gormley from Material Cultures joins me to discus the importance of regenerative materials in building design. The conversation explores plant-based materials like hemp and reed, their uses in construction, and their positive impact on wetlands. Paloma also highlights the need for improved working conditions, diversity, and inclusivity in the construction industry

Lessons from running a Natural Building company - Julz Baker - BS114

Jan 08 2024 77 mins  
Today I'm joined by natural builder Julz Baker from Unearthed to talk about the lessons he learned from running a natural building company. It's a frank chat about some of the pitfalls that may await new natural building businesses ... and a whole load of tangents and material chat. Episode linksUnearthed - https://www.instagram.com/unearthed_build/Lewes Bonfire Society - https://w

Yule Nonsense - Jeffrey Hart & Mike Hill - BS113

Dec 20 2023 82 mins  
Happy 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 per