Building Sustainability Podcast

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 period, normal podcast schedule resumes in January with some incredible guests.

Jeffrey

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In this episode, Vanessa explores the fascinating world of biophilic design and its potential impact on sustainable and ethical practices. We delve into the use of clay, earth materials, and mushroom mycelium as tactile and eco-friendly alternatives. The episode also touches upon the challenges of promoting green alternatives in mainstream industries and the potential positive effects of biophilic design on employee ethics and productivity.

Lastly, Vanessa highlights the growing popularity of biophilic design and its numerous benefits, from improved air quality to increased real estate value.

Tune in for an intriguing discussion on incorporating nature into indoor spaces for a more sustainable and enjoyable environment.

Episode links

• Journal for Biophilic design - https://journalofbiophilicdesign.com/
• Bjorn Bayer Cob - https://www.bearnaturalbuilding.com/
• Sera of london - https://www.seraoflondon.com/
• RCZM Architects - http://www.rczm.co.uk/
• Greengauge environmental - https://www.greengage-env.com/
• Outside In project example - https://www.outsidein.net.nz/case-study-mc
• Zoom Regenerative - https://fairsnape.com/zoom-regen/
• Daniel Bell vertical gardens - https://daniel-bell-vertical-garden.format.com/
• Khoo Teck Hospital - https://living-future.org/case-studies/award-winner-khoo-teck-puat-hospital/
• NHS forest - https://nhsforest.org/
• Right to Roam - https://www.righttoroam.org.uk/
• Nick Hayes (right to roam) podcast - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/trespass-crossing-the-lines-that-divide-us-nick-hayes/
• Myawaki forests - https://www.creatingtomorrowsforests.co.uk/blog/the-miyawaki-method-for-creating-forests
• Support this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability

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In this episode, guest Vanessa Champion discusses biophilia and biophilic design, emphasizing the importance of nature connection and its benefits for well-being and the environment. We explore underappreciated biophilic patterns, healthcare benefits, materials, and so much more.

Overall, the focus is on improving the built environment for people and the planet through biophilic design.

• https://journalofbiophilicdesign.com/
• BOOK - Designing buildings for people - https://tinyurl.com/yoxn6pul
• Terrapin bright green - 14 patterns of biophilic design - https://www.terrapinbrightgreen.com/report/14-patterns/
• Terrapin Bright Green Podcast - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/biophilic-design-bill-browning-catie-ryan-bs047/
• Horatios garden - https://ngs.org.uk/who-we-are/beneficiaries/horatios-garden/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/
• Support this podcast - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability
• ASBP Awards - https://asbp.org.uk/asbp-news/asbp-awards-2024-shortlists
• The Dreaming (Charlotte Church) - https://www.thedreaming.co.uk/

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In this episode, we explore the process of constructing a house using a unique block system and the challenges faced along the way. From the use of robotics and CNC machines to the benefits and limitations of cork as a building material, the speaker shares their experience and insights. We also delve into the considerations of a circular economy, fire performance, and the use of timber in tall buildings. Join us as we dive into the world of innovative construction methods and sustainable design.

Episode Links

• Matthew Barnett Howland website - https://www.matthewbarnetthowland.com/cork-house
• Design Museum exhibition - https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/how-to-build-a-low-carbon-home
• BOOK - Buildings must die, a perverse view of architecture - https://tinyurl.com/yn5k37at
• A birdseye view of the bank of england (Joseph Michael Gandy) - https://collections.soane.org/object-p267
• Wup Doodle - http://wupdoodle.com/
• Targetting Zero - Simon Sturgis - https://www.targetingzero.co.uk/
• Arup - https://www.arup.com/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/
• Nettlecombe Craft School Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nettlecombe_craft_school/
• Building Sustainability Podcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability
• ACAN Natural Materials Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mG-n-rTFoPY

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In this episode, our guest, Matthew Barnett Howland, a Director of Research and Development at an architecture firm and Associate Professor, discusses the whole life approach to architecture and environmental sustainability. We delve into the use of cork as the main material in a cork house, exploring its limitations and the decision-making process behind it. Mathew shares insights on working with materials like straw, hemp, timber, and cork, and his shift towards sustainable building methods.

The episode also covers structural considerations, challenges faced, and the connection between the design of the building and the life cycle of the material used. Tune in for an engaging conversation on architecture, materials, and sustainability.

Episode Links

• Matthew Barnett Howland website - https://www.matthewbarnetthowland.com/cork-house
• Design Museum exhibition - https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/how-to-build-a-low-carbon-home
• BOOK - Buildings must die, a perverse view of architecture - https://tinyurl.com/yn5k37at
• A birdseye view of the bank of england (Joseph Michael Gandy) - https://collections.soane.org/object-p267
• Wup Doodle - http://wupdoodle.com/
• Targetting Zero - Simon Sturgis - https://www.targetingzero.co.uk/
• Arup - https://www.arup.com/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/
• Nettlecombe Craft School Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nettlecombe_craft_school/
• Building Sustainability Podcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/buildingsustainability
• ACAN Natural Materials Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mG-n-rTFoPY

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Jenny Ford is back to talk about her FactoryX project. It's a Show park/Training space/Materials store and so much more!

Episode Links

• Nettlecombe Craft School
• Materials in Mind - https://materialsinmind.org/
• Tiny Homes Community Bristol - https://www.tinyhousecommunitybristol.org/
• Reuse Summit - https://asbp.org.uk/events/2023-reuse-summit
• LETI circular economy statement - https://www.leti.uk/circulareconomy1pager
• BOOK Richard Sennet - The Craftsman - https://tinyurl.com/yqcgeejs
• BOOK Richard Sennet - Building and Dwelling - ethics for the City - https://tinyurl.com/ys8hpgzh
• Apan Housing lab - https://www.architectmagazine.com/design/apan-housing-laboratory-by-mos_o
• The Green Register - https://www.greenregister.org.uk/
• The Green Register Podcast episode - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-to-retrofit-our-existing-housing-stock-lucy-pedler/
• Artspace Lifespace - https://artspace.uk/
• Sparks Bristol - https://sparksbristol.co.uk/
• Global Goals Centre - https://globalgoalscentre.org/
• Sand Wars (IMDB) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2713680/
• Sand Stories Podcast episode - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/sand-stories-the-sustainability-of-sand-kiran-pereira/
• Excess Materials Exchange - https://excessmaterialsexchange.com/en_us/
• The Paper Garden - https://www.globalgeneration.org.uk/paper-garden
• BOOK Flourish - https://tinyurl.com/yo8gnp2v
• No Small Thing - https://nosmallthing.co.uk/
• Assemble Studio Oto project - https://assemblestudio.co.uk/projects/oto-projects
• Cal Earth NASA - https://www.calearth.org/our-founder

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Join us for a spirited chat with Jenny Ford, a leading light in the circular economy movement, who brings a wealth of hands-on experience and innovative insights. What can we learn from her journey in sustainable development, from her masters to her current project with Snug Homes? Buckle up for a fascinating exploration of green construction, from low carbon modular designs to tiny homes.

Episode links

• Materials In Mind - https://materialsinmind.org/
• Ellen MacArthur Foundation - https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/
• LETI circular economy - https://www.leti.uk/circulareconomy1pager
• Snug Homes - https://www.snughomes.co.uk/
• LM3 - https://www.lm3online.com/
• Denim Insulation - https://www.soprema.co.uk/en/article/sopravoice/soprema-blue-jeans-sustainable-insulation
• ASBP - https://asbp.org.uk/
• ISO9001 - https://www.iso.org/iso-9001-quality-management.html
• Digital Shoestring - https://www.ifm.eng.cam.ac.uk/research/dial/research-projects/digital-manufacturing-on-a-shoestring/
• ACAN natural materials - https://www.architectscan.org/naturalmaterials
• WRAP - https://wrap.org.uk/
• Stormboard - https://stormboard.net/
• Ikea air quality sensor - https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/vindstyrka-air-quality-sensor-smart-40498234/
• Em Appleton - 100 ways - http://emappleton.com/culture/
• Em Appleton - Episode BS003 - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/how-to-create-an-anti-capitalist-building-site-emma-appleton/
• Duncan Baker Brown - Circular economy Building Sustainability podcast - https://www.buildingsustainabilitypodcast.com/circular-economy-in-the-built-environment-duncan-baker-brown-bs061/

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Ever felt weary in a dull, grey office? Touched a piece of handcrafted wood and felt a strange sense of connection? Wondered why a bottle of earthworm medicine from the 1700s is significant? Our guest, Sally Coulthard, has! A best-selling author and columnist who explores the fascinating world of biophilic design, craft, and curious objects from history.

We start by looking into the intriguing territory of biophilic design. Sally throws light on how our built environment impacts us physiologically and why it's critical to blend nature with design for our overall well-being. We also discuss the surprising ways in which neuroscience and aesthetics can come together to create spaces that inspire and uplift. We delve into why play in nature is vital for children and how it can cultivate a generation of eco-conscious adults.

Transitioning from our homes to history, we journey through the fascinating world of craft. Sally uncovers the ancient art of wool and shearing, its impact on civilizations, and the potential of craft to build community, promote sustainability, and benefit mental health in our modern world. We also peel back the layers of our past to reveal enchanting stories of objects used for healing and soil health. From an earthworm medicine bottle to entombing cats in timber-framed houses, we unveil how human culture has eerily remained constant over millennia. So, why wait? Join us on this captivating exploration of the intimate relationship between us, our surroundings, and the natural world.

Episode links

• Sally's Website - https://www.sallycoulthard.co.uk/
• Sally Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/salcoulthard/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/
• BOOK - Biophilia - You + Nature + Home - https://tinyurl.com/yvw5gpyd
• BOOK - How to build a shed - https://tinyurl.com/yray7ahj
• BOOK - Crafted - https://tinyurl.com/yq4gp3hx
• BOOK - A Short History of the World According to sheep - https://tinyurl.com/yujxgbon
• BOOK - The book of the earthworm - https://tinyurl.com/yqwk9xaq
• Grand Designs  timber frame building- https://www.carpenteroak.com/projects/a-grand-designs-cruciform-house/
• Gargoyle News story - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-66923628
• A history of the world in 100 objects -

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Prepare to be enlightened as we enter the captivating world of sustainability and crafting with best-selling author and countryside expert, Sally Coulthard. Sally breaks the mould with her diverse interests, sharing her journey from her first book about organic living to her exploration of the intersection of people, history, and nature. Let Sally inspire you with her love for practical interests and her belief in the value of being open to learning new skills and absorbing new information.

We talk about the loss of craftsmanship in modern buildings. We probe the reasons behind this alarming trend and evaluate the impact of the cost of labor and capitalism on the artistry in today's architecture. We also look at the Poundbury experiment and how it reiterates the importance of creating pleasant spaces - a value we seem to have forgotten. Join us on this enlightening journey as we shed light on the various facets of our built environment.

So, why wait? Join us on this captivating exploration of the intimate relationship between us, our surroundings, and the natural world.

Episode links

• Sally's Website - https://www.sallycoulthard.co.uk/
• Sally Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/salcoulthard/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.nettlecombecraftschool.com/
• BOOK - Biophilia - You + Nature + Home - https://tinyurl.com/yvw5gpyd
• BOOK - How to build a shed - https://tinyurl.com/yray7ahj
• BOOK - Crafted - https://tinyurl.com/yq4gp3hx
• BOOK - A Short History of the World According to sheep - https://tinyurl.com/yujxgbon
• BOOK - The book of the earthworm - https://tinyurl.com/yqwk9xaq
• Grand Designs  timber frame building- https://www.carpenteroak.com/projects/a-grand-designs-cruciform-house/
• Gargoyle News story - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-66923628
• A history of the world in 100 objects - https://tinyurl.com/yugu36w6
• Lee John Phillips - The Shed Project - https://www.leejohnphillips.co.uk/the-shed-project-1
• Thomas Hetherwick Radio 4 - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001r1b8/episodes/player

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We go beyond the usual chit-chat and really dig deep into how our disconnection from nature is contributing to exploitative practices and how crafting can bring us back in sync with our roots. All the while, we analyze the dominant stories we live by and their role in perpetuating these exploitative practices. Crafting for us, isn't just a hobby, but a powerful tool to reconnect with nature and rewrite the world's narrative. Hear us wax lyrical about the unique connection between our hands and brains, the history of makers, and the critical role dexterity and nerve connections play in crafting.

Throughout this episode, we touch upon the multifaceted benefits of spoon carving which extends beyond relaxation and community building, to encompass aspects such as humility and mental health. Dave shares an engaging tale of a stolen hawthorn log and the cycle of gifting that it sparked. The real kicker though, is our exploration of crafting as a radical act, with scintillating discussions on how the practice of craft can transform the practitioner, foster mindfulness, and establish a profound connection. So, tune in and get inspired to pick up the carving knife and join the crafting movement!

Episode links:

• Dave's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davethebodger/
• Nettlecombe Craft School - https://www.instagram.com/nettlecombe_craft_school/
• Jeffrey Earth Floors - https://www.instagram.com/jeffreythenaturalbuilder/
• Building Sustainability Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/buildingsustainabilitypodcast/
• Leave a review - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/building-sustainability-podcast/id1459369615
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cortical_homunculus

Dave's links:

• The RYSE - https://linktr.ee/theryse
• A school called home - https://aschoolcalledhome.org/
• Book - At work in the ruins - https://tinyurl.com/yna8cfnx
• Book - Tyson Yunkaporta - Sand Talk - https://tinyurl.com/yt5y3e6y
• Podcast - Tyson Yunkaporta - https://open.spotify.com/show/2SYIwG9Yc91UeM79srVzTr
• Decolonial Futures - https://decolonialfutures.net/
• Martin Shaw - book -

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