Episodes

  • #109 Asit Kumar Mishra – Engineering Research & IEQ
    Jan 15 2026

    Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 464)

    Our guest this episode is Asit Kumar Mishra talking about built environment research, ASHRAE 55 and IEQ.

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    In this episode, we discuss:

    • IEQ & Human centric design
    • “Battling the forces of evil”
    • ASHRAE 55
    • IEQ & building Code

    And much more…….

    More on Asit

    Asit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asitk/

    Bio

    Asit is a research fellow at University College Cork, Ireland. He specializes in occupant-centric design for building indoor climates, integrating human factors and actions with behavioral interventions to create healthier, more sustainable buildings. Asit’s research focuses on understanding human-building interactions and developing evidence-based solutions that optimize both occupant well-being and building performance.

    #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #BPV #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingservices #BECx #facades #BPVGlobal #bluerithm #environment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #sustainability #IEQ #ASHRAE55 #AESG

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • #108 Bill McQuade – ASHRAE President
    Dec 14 2025

    Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 463)

    Our guest this episode is David Holtzclaw talking about Bill McQuade talking about ASHRAE, IEQ, non- linear career paths and much more.

    If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • ASHRAE’s impact world wide
    • IEQ
    • The cost savings of aging in place and the relationship to wellbeing
    • The importance of learning what you do not want to do

    And much more…….

    More on Bill

    • Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mcquade-a54b749/
    • ASHRAE: https://www.ashrae.org/
    • Baltimore Aircoil Company: https://baltimoreaircoil.com/

    Bio

    Bill McQuade P.E., LEED AP, CDP, Fellow ASHRAE has spent over 32 years working in the HVAC&R industry in various roles. He is Global Vice President for Government Affairs and Sustainability at the Baltimore Aircoil Company. In that capacity, he is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with regulators, legislators, associations, and societies and he leads the development and implementation of the company's global ESG strategy. Previously to that, he was Vice President of Sector Services at the Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and he worked for 26 years for the York International/Johnson Controls organization in various roles.

    Throughout his career, he has been a very active member of our global industry. In the ASHRAE Society, he is the current Society President. Over the years, he Chaired various councils and committees and chaired the subcommittee that developed the 2019-2024 ASHRAE Strategic Plan.

    A regular attendee of UN climate and ozone meetings, he has provided input to the US, EU, and Indian governments regarding ozone and climate regulation and legislation.

    Bill is Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, a LEED AP, and a Certified Decarbonization Professional, He an ASHRAE Fellow (2013) and received the ASHRAE Exceptional Service Award in 2023. During his career, he has been awarded 22 U.S. and International patents.

    #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #BPV #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingservices #BECx #facades #BPVGlobal #bluerithm #environment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #sustainability #AESG

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • #107 David Holtzclaw – Building Science & BECx
    Nov 15 2025

    Our guest this episode is David Holtzclaw talking about building science and building envelope commissioning.


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    In this episode, we discuss:

    • State of play of current USA building envelop / façade design and construction
    • BECx as risk management
    • Being one of Roberts’ minions
    • Failing while having 3 university degrees
    • Being a consultant to consultants


    And much more…….


    More on David


    David on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-david-holtzclaw-1364b35/

    David's Website http://www.transductiontechnologies.com/

    Bio

    David is Licensed Professional Engineer and Chief Geek at Transduction Technologies. David is a practitioner providing BECx, energy modeling, design work, problem solving, writing field testing protocols, and data analysis. He is an adjunct professor in the mechanical engineering department at the University of Nebraska.

    #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #BPV #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingservices #BECx #facades #BPVGlobal #bluerithm #environment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #sustainability #AESG

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • #106 Dr. Marwa Zaatari - Solutions Not Doubt
    Sep 15 2025

    Our guest this episode is Dr. Marwa Zaatari talking about ASHRAE, IEQ, building systems controls technology and generating solutions not doubt.


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    In this episode, we discuss:


    • How small changes can lead to big wins
    • How we have more knowledge than ever yet less applied capabilities
    • How built environment solutions need to balance Cost Vs IEQ Vs Energy
    • How actually doing the basics is still the best bang for your $’s


    And much more…….


    More on Marwa


    Marwa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzaatari/


    Marwa on X: https://x.com/marwa_zaatari


    Poppy website: https://www.poppy.com/


    AirJoule website: https://airjouletech.com/


    Bio


    Dr. Marwa Zaatari is on a mission to “scrub off unsafe practices/products and ineffective solutions” and “generate answers that remove doubt.”.


    Dr. Marwa Zaatari is Chief Engineer for Poppy, a Board Member for AirJoule. And a global leader in building science and HVAC technology. Shaping industry standards, she is Vice Chair of ASHRAE Standard 62.1, Chair of Risk Modeling for ASHRAE 241, ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force member, and a Distinguished Lecturer. She is also Vice Chair of the US Green Building Council (USGBC LEED) Board of Directors.

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • #105 Elisabeth Montgomerie - Regenerative Design
    Aug 15 2025

    Our guest this episode is Elisabeth Montgomerie talking about regenerative design, environmentalism and the built environment.


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    In this episode, we discuss:

    • “Hygge” (Google it)
    • Adaptation
    • Biophilic design
    • UK Net Zero Standard


    and much more…….


    More on Elisabeth


    Elisabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-montgomerie/


    Website: https://aesg.com/


    Bio


    Elisabeth Montgomerie is a Chartered Engineer, a Chartered Environmentalist and a Sustainability leader. Elisabeth has a track record of transforming sustainability practices and driving impactful purpose-led projects. She has developed and implemented sustainability strategies and tools, significantly enhancing professional practices’ environmental impact.

    Elisabeth is passionate about leading responsible business practices, fostering professional development, and delivering measurable sustainability outcomes. Her goal is to create transformative impact and achieving commercial objectives through sustainable and innovative solutions.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • #104 Michelle Lee & Erik Hegre – Facades
    Jul 15 2025

    Our guests this episode are Michelle Lee & Erik Hegre talking about building Façade design and architecture.

    If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    · Art Vs Technology in Architecture.

    · Energy conservation Vs IEQ /Wellbeing as design objectives.

    · University of Pennsylvania, Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology project.

    · ETFE Foil Facades.

    and much more…….

    More on Michelle & Erik

    Michelle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-lee-7520ab24/

    Erik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikdavidhegre/

    Website: https://behnisch.com/

    Bios

    Michelle Lee is an Architect with Behnisch Architekten and a lecturer at the College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD) at Northeastern University USA.

    Erik Hegre is a partner at Behnisch Architekten and an instructor at Yestermorrow Design/Build School in Vermont USA.

    Michelle and Erick both worked on Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology, University of Pennsylvania Harvard Science and Engineering Complex, Boston MA USA.

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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • #103 Gary Hamilton – From Grit To Glory
    Jun 15 2025

    Our guest this episode is Gary Hamilton talking about his journey from Jamaica to the USA via London UK, his new book and building services engineering.

    If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • Believing in yourself and the power of a mother who will not give up on you
    • How a Building Services Engineering degree is an advantage
    • Hospitals as mission critical buildings

    and much more…….

    More on Nic

    On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garoldhamilton/

    Website: https://www.introba.com/

    Website: https://garoldhamilton.com/

    Website: https://dtrfoundation.org/

    Buy the Book “From Grit To Glory” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F79WLGJ3

    Bio

    Gary Hamilton is a philanthropist, author and Senior Vice President, Growth Leader at Introba.

    Gary is a licensed professional engineer and chartered engineer with a remarkable portfolio spanning diverse projects globally, Gary’s contributions have earned him several design accolades. Notably, he was awarded the prestigious ASHRAE Technology 1st Place Award for Healthcare Engineering design and achieved the esteemed status of Fellow of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (FASHE) in 2019.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • #102 Nic Byczynski – Bringing Engineering to MEP Design
    May 15 2025

    Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 457).

    Our guest this episode is AESG Director of Building Services Nic Byczynski, talking about engineering and MEP design, digital tools, working in the UAE and building services design trends.

    If you enjoy this episode, share it with friends and give us a review, it helps more than you know.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The importance of mentors
    • Digital design tools
    • MEP Engineering and direction of change
    • Max Fordham & Partners, the British “engineering hippy commune”

    and much more…….

    More on Nic

    Nic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-byczynski-12b30024/

    Nic Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Mh-yF4qc_0

    Website: https://aesg.com/

    Bio

    Nic Byczynski is a Chartered Engineer and a CIBSE Fellow with over 15 years Middle East Experience leading MEP designs on high value projects with high profile clients. Nic is Director of Engineering for AESG and winner of Construction Weekly Magazine MEP Award: Mechanical Engineer of the Year 2014.

    #edificecomplexpodcast #bluerithm #ProjectManagement #podcast #CxM #bluerithm #Cx #RICS #PMI #PMP #smartbuildings #ESG #training #systems #resiliance #builtenvironment #LEED #netzero #MEP #ASHRAE #CIBSE #buildingscience #AESG

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    1 hr and 28 mins