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More than 85% of Australians live within 50km of the coast. When building along the coast, there are many different factors that need to be considered. What do you know about coastal building?

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as;

• The definition of a surf coast and why it's relevant when building;
• The importance of durability;
• The causes of durability failure in building materials;
• Why brick is the perfect option for coastal building;
• and much more...

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Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Cameron Bruhn is the Dean and Head of School – School of Architecture, The University of Queensland. He is a writer, editor, curator and advocate for architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Cameron Bruhn have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as:

• His upbringing and how his family shaped his career;
• His path from writing his first article to becoming an editorial director for Architecture Media;
• The re-emergence of brick in architecture;
• Some advice for young architects;
• His thoughts on the role of an architect in the future;
• And much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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The University of Queensland

Architecture Media

MMXX

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Building a new house? Listen to find out about the benefits of House Rating Schemes and how it ensures energy efficiency is met for your home. In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Undergraduate Engineer, Callista Wong, cover topics such as; ⭐ NatHERS House Rating Scheme

⭐ BASIX

⭐ Green Star Rating

⭐ The Scorecard

⭐ NABERS

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The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Jon Clements is a founding director of Jackson Clements Burrows Architects (JCB). JCB was established in Melbourne in 1998 and the practice currently employs approximately 40 architects and interior designers. Jon continues to maintain an active role outside practice representing architecture within the industry. Jon was the president of the Victorian Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects from 2012 to 2014 and he is the current national president elect.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Jon Clements have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as:

• His upbringing in Melbourne and how this influenced his career decisions;
• Jon's passion for bricks, starting at an early age;
• How Jackson, Clements and Burrows influence and compliment each other professionally;
• The direction the architectural profession is going;
• The reasons JCB love using brick as a building material;
• And much more...

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Melbourne

Jackson Clements Burrows

Deakin University

Divided House - 2019 KBM Winner

Think Brick Awards

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Do you love exploring brick architecture when travelling around the world? Do you ever wonder why some countries use bricks that are different in size to the standard back in Australia?

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Civil Engineer, James Luo, cover topics such as;

• Standard brick sizes around the world;
• The history of brick sizing;
• Why countries around the world differ in brick size;
• The imperial and metric system;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Stuart Vokes lives, teaches and practices architecture in Brisbane.

In 2015 Stuart co-founded the architectural practice Vokes and Peters with long-time collaborator Aaron Peters to focus on projects that respond to prevailing settings, cultural narratives, human occupation and the presence of nature.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Stuart Vokes have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as:

• His upbringing in Brisbane, and how his family home influenced his perspective of space;
• Stuart's passion for fine art growing up;
• Studying at Queensland University of Technology;
• The challenges and rewards of starting his own practice;
• The reasons Vokes & Peters love using brick as a building material;
• And much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Brisbane

Vokes & Peters

QUT

Think Brick Awards

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Whether we're buying eggs, milk or any electronic product, there's an expectation that it meets a certain standard of quality. From that, we have certain testing regimes that all these products will go through. The same goes for our bricks! When you purchased brick there's an expectation that those bricks will be strong enough, durable enough, and actually be of the correct size to build a house in. Brick testing is done during the manufacturing process so that these expectations are met.

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Civil Engineer, Keanu Andrews, cover topics such as;

• Meeting certain standards such as AS4455.1 and AS4455.2 & the AS4456;
• The types of tests that are done;
• How the bricks are tested accurately;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Simon Pendal runs the small research-based practice Simon Pendal Architect. The practice was founded in 2005, and works primarily on residential commissions, creating intimate work that is finely wrought and highly detailed. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Simon Pendal will discuss how he got to where he is today. Listen to the full episode to discover more of the following:

• His upbringing in Perth;
• How his passion for drawing led him to the path of architecture;
• The journey to choosing architecture as a career;
• His winning project Beaconsfield House in the 2021 Think Brick Awards;
• Traveling to London, and how this impacted his future designs;
• Why he loves using bricks in his projects;
• And much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Simon Pendal Architect Beaconsfield House Curtin University

Think Brick Awards

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Brick floors are inviting, warm and comforting, and they can give your house a great atmosphere. They are are low maintenance solution for your internal floors.

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Structural Engineer, Michael Koungras, cover topics such as;

• Some of the benefits of using brick floors;
• The structural considerations when designing with them;
• Some of the detailing considerations;
• The patterning that can be used;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Mentioned in the episode:

Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Littlehampton Bricks and Pavers have been made in the original factory site in Littlehampton-SA since 1892. The production follows traditional processes, including firing the bricks at their unique batch kiln. The handcrafted production processes have been in the company for decades and are constantly improved to meet the demands of both architects and the wider market.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guests, Mark Fiora and Wayne Hunter, who will discuss Littlehampton Bricks and Pavers and the behind the scenes manufacturing processes, whilst sitting in the 120 year old Kiln #4 on site.

Listen to the full episode to discover more of the following:

• Both Marks' and Wayne's venture into the brick and paver manufacturing industry;
• Some of their favourite aspects of working with Littlehampton;
• Mark's perspective of the changes in the brick industry over the years;
• The differences in processes for a boutique manufacturer;
• Some of the newer ranges Littlehampton has, such as the Blush Brick;
• The research processes that go into creating a new range of bricks and pavers;
• Some of their favourite brick and paver projects;
• And much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Littlehampton

Blush Bricks

Adelaide

Hand Graded Bricks

Think Brick Awards

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