Outlier + Adapt Podcast

EP22 | Transform Your Build: The Importance of Collaboration with Harris Build

Ever wondered how collaboration is redefining sustainable building? Discover how in OUTLIER + ADAPT Episode 22 with Harris Build. Dive into the importance of team synergy in pre-construction, leading-edge sustainable practices, the nitty-gritty of thermal design, and why industry education is key to success. Immerse yourself in this groundbreaking episode. #OutlierPodcast #SustainableConstruction #EnergyEfficientDesign #BuildingTheFuture #PreConstructionCollaboration #EducateToInnovate

#21 Comfort Meets Efficiency: Making High-Energy Rated Homes Affordable with TS Constructions

Join us on the Outlier & Adapt Podcast as we delve into the ground-breaking story behind TS Constructions, a company that's reimagining the face of homebuilding with a focus on energy efficiency. This episode takes you through an inspiring dialogue with a leading figure from TS Constructions, unpacking the company's origins, its dedication to crafting homes that elevate living standards, and the broader benefits of such projects. Discover how these endeavours have reshaped the construction landscape, offering insights into the industry's evolution and the strategies that have enabled TS Constructions to make high-efficiency homes accessible to more people. We'll also explore the transformative shift from volume to efficiency-driven projects, the hurdles and milestones encountered, and the profound impacts on the company and beyond. Plus, don't miss the visionary wish our guest has for the industry's future. Perfect for innovators, eco-conscious listeners, and anyone curious about the next wave of home construction, this episode is a must-listen for those interested in how mindful building practices can influence our world.

OUTLIER Podcast Highlights #6 How to design for Australia's most sustainable housing estate Part 2

We are kicking the new year off with a super interesting topic: sustainable property developments. We have Jess Cuman on, designer and thermal assessor in his own business Adapt Design Group, who has done a lot of work for The Cape, Australia’s most sustainable development. We talk about his own personal journey that brought him and his family to focus on more sustainable and energy efficient house design, and what design approach he is taking in his projects. Jess also gives his thoughts on the future of housing developments and shares his wishes for improvements in the building code. After our previous Highlights episodes, we thought this chat with Jess about the Cape was the perfect follow-up. In the episode, we discussed What the weakest areas are when doing a thermal assessment, if they perform As Built Verifications during the builds, what the future holds for developments, and everyone's favourite question; what would Jess change in the NCC? As always, these are only the best bits, so if you would like to know more, check out the full episode on your preferred podcast platform, or our Podcast Playlist on YouTube.

OUTLIER Podcast Highlights #6 How to design for Australia's most sustainable housing estate Part 1

We are kicking the new year off with a super interesting topic: sustainable property developments. We have Jess Cuman on, designer and thermal assessor in his own business Adapt Design Group, who has done a lot of work for The Cape, Australia’s most sustainable development. We talk about his own personal journey that brought him and his family to focus on more sustainable and energy efficient house design, and what design approach he is taking in his projects. Jess also gives his thoughts on the future of housing developments and shares his wishes for improvements in the building code. After our previous Highlights episodes, we thought this chat with Jess about the Cape was the perfect follow-up. In the episode we discussed The Cape development, why Jess decided to move into The Cape, what it was like for him to design his own house, how many homes he has designed for The Cape, his design process, how being a Thermal Assessor assists his design process, and his varied client base. As always, these are only the best bits, so if you would like to know more, check out the full episode on your preferred podcast platform, or our Podcast Playlist on YouTube. Shownotes Cape Paterson: https://liveatthecape.com.au/ Adapt Design Group Website: https://www.adaptdesigngroup.com.au/ Adapt Design Group Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adaptdesigngroup/

OUTLIER Podcast Highlights #5 How can the building industry make the move to 7-stars Part 3

Erika Bartak is an ESD consultant and sustainable housing researcher with a background in architecture and a passion for designing and promoting better housing. She is particularly interested in narrowing the gap between discourse and practice in sustainable housing. This has provided motivation for her doctoral thesis investigating energy efficiency culture, and practice within the Australian volume home building sector. We caught up with Erica to chat about how we can support the industry in building 7-star homes. And she provided some valuable insight into what she believes the changes to the NCC will involve in terms of home design for different housing types across Victoria. We also had an opportunity to discuss the requirements around ensuring new builds are actually being constructed to this new standard With The 7 Star Minimum commencement date looming, we thought this would be the perfect time to revisit our chat with Erika Bartak. In Part 3 of our highlights, we discuss why Erika chose this topic for her thesis, how we can support each other during the transition to 7-Stars, what she would change in the NCC, and what energy rating software she uses. As always, these are only the best bits, so if you would like to know more, check out the full episode on your preferred podcast platform, or our Podcast Playlist on YouTube.