House Planning Help Podcast
Ben Adam-Smith
If you want to build a house, where would you start?
Episodes
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Jan 5, 2019 • 21min
HPH236 : What next for House Planning Help? – with Ben Adam-Smith
Ben Adam-Smith's house build was a core part of House Planning Help. Having completed the project in 2018, Ben Adam-Smith looks at what should come next. Check out the show notes for more information.
Dec 31, 2018 • 43min
HPH235 : My entire 6-year house build (told through my audio journal) - with Ben Adam-Smith
Ben Adam-Smith shares his 6-year house build journey through an audio journal. Topics covered include: interest in architecture, understanding of modern architecture, sustainability, passive house, searching for a plot of land, designing the house, meeting planning permission requirements, role of a project manager, dealing with unexpected issues, and reflections on comfort in their new passive house.
Dec 23, 2018 • 25min
HPH234 : How well did I do on my self build? – with Ben Adam-Smith
Ben Adam-Smith, a self-builder, reflects on his completed house build, discussing successes and setbacks. Topics include the challenges of budget updates and compromises, choosing driveway and path surfaces, checking window and door specifications, and the importance of creating a snagging defects list.
Dec 14, 2018 • 57min
HPH233 : How to choose a construction system for a house build – with Mike Hardwick
Guest Mike Hardwick, self build consultant, discusses the pros and cons of different construction systems. Topics include insulated concrete formwork for speedy and energy-efficient construction, straw bail construction and insurance options, the use of steel frame construction systems, variations of the masonry system, and choosing the right construction system.
Dec 5, 2018 • 37min
HPH232 : Which parts of a house build can you do yourself? – with Ben Ribbans
Self-builder Ben Ribbans shares his experience of gaining confidence to take on more responsibility during his project. Topics include renewing planning permission, site clearance, the importance of planning and learning, living in a self-built house, and encouragement for self builders.
Nov 15, 2018 • 29min
HPH231 : How to design an interior for a modern home – with Gabrielle Blackman
Interior Designer Gabrielle Blackman explains how, when planned properly, good interior design should take the owner's personality and stamp it on the house. Check out the show notes for more information.
Oct 24, 2018 • 30min
HPH230 : What is lime render? – with Martin Brown from Best of Lime
Martin Brown explains how this ancient material can be used in the modern world. Check out the show notes for more information.
Oct 4, 2018 • 34min
HPH229 : How do you build a straw bale house? – with Barbara Jones
Straw Works co-founder Barbara Jones explains the different methods of building with straw. Check out the show notes for more information.
Sep 29, 2018 • 27min
HPH228 : What is a site meeting? – with Ben Adam-Smith
Having had his last site meeting, Ben Adam-Smith explains what they are and how they fit into the construction process when building a new house. Check out the show notes for more information.
Sep 19, 2018 • 27min
HPH227 : What's the best way to build an airtight structure? – with Paul Jennings
Air leakage expert Paul Jennings looks at how best to achieve that all important airtightness when using particular construction methods. Check out the show notes for more information.
