House Planning Help Podcast
Ben Adam-Smith
If you want to build a house, where would you start?
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Mar 3, 2017 • 19min
HPH166 : 7 Self-builders answer the question - what I wish I'd known before starting my project
7 self-builders reflect on the key things they wish they'd known before starting their projects. Check out the show notes for more information.
Feb 23, 2017 • 25min
HPH165 : Feeding back to our architect
Ben and Kay Adam-Smith receive initial sketches of their new home from their architects Parsons + Whittley. They then feedback to John over the phone. Chris also outlines how this stage works and explains why it is so important. Check out the show notes for more information.
Feb 16, 2017 • 42min
HPH164 : Taking on the role of Principal Designer – with Belinda and Paul Wilson
Belinda and Paul Wilson share what they’ve learned from their Passivhaus build. Paul also explains the responsibilities of the Principal Designer and why he decided to take on this role himself. Check out the show notes for more information.
Feb 8, 2017 • 30min
HPH163 : How to create an effective basement – with Andrew McInulty
Andrew McInulty from Ready Made Basements explains the main reasons people install basements. He also shares the challenges of building below ground and how they are best addressed. Check out the show notes for more information.
Feb 2, 2017 • 30min
HPH162 : Briefing our architect for our house build
Ben and Kay Adam-Smith sit down with Chris Parsons from Parsons + Whittley to run through the brief for their self build project. Check out the show notes for more information.
Jan 26, 2017 • 22min
HPH161 : How I chose an architect for my Passivhaus project – with Ben Adam-Smith
Ben Adam-Smith shares what he's learnt during the process of hiring an architect for his self build project. Check out the show notes for more information.
Jan 18, 2017 • 28min
HPH160 : Is a thatched roof appropriate for a new build home? – with Stephen Letch
Master thatcher, Stephen Letch, tells us about the history of thatching, the materials and techniques involved, and how it can be used today. Check out the show notes for more information.
Jan 11, 2017 • 22min
HPH159 : What it took to find my plot of land – with Ben Adam-Smith
Ben Adam-Smith shares his journey of finding a plot of land for his eco home project, including challenges with the legal process and excitement about ancestral connections. He also discusses updates, plans, and calls to action for listeners to join the waiting list for his hub.
Jan 4, 2017 • 35min
HPH158 : Lessons from 40 years at the Centre for Alternative Technology – with Pat Borer
Architect and author Pat Borer shares insights from his teaching career at the Centre for Alternative Technology as well as what he's learned from his own practice (which has helped hundreds of self-builders). Check out the show notes for more information.
Dec 28, 2016 • 30min
HPH157 : A contemporary eco home case study – with James Galpin from HazleMcCormackYoung
Architect James Galpin from HazleMcCormackYoung shares insights into how Mayfield Passivhaus was designed and built. Check out the show notes for more information.
