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The Blue Couch

The Blue Couch

By: Michael Ross & Jacob Hipwood
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Brisbane’s building design duo, Jacob and Michael, are here to change the way you approach your building journey. Each week, they share expert insights on how to get your project designed and built right, with the right team involved at the right time. From reputable builders to finance brokers, engineers, interior designers, and more, they explore how working together leads to smoother, smarter builds. And, of course, they’re having a bit of fun along the way. Tune in for real advice, a few laughs, and everything you need to know about building your dream home.




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Episodes
  • Design in Sync: Why Collaboration Builds Better Homes.

    Design in Sync: Why Collaboration Builds Better Homes.
    Oct 2 2025

    #8 Decisions made in haste without considering all possible outcomes are where construction problems begin. Interior designer Melissa Woodcroft from Ivy Rose Interior Design reveals how proper planning transforms the building process, eliminating stress and budget blowouts along the way.

    Check out Mels work at Ivy Rose Interior Design here...

    https://ivyroseinteriordesign.com.au/home/

    Check out Jacob at JMH Designs here...

    jmhdesigns.au

    Check out Michael at MR designs here...

    michaelandruysch.com.au

    Check Out the Blue Couch Podcast on youtube here...

    https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlueCouchPodcast
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Building Dreams Without Breaking the Bank: A Guide to Construction Finance.

    Building Dreams Without Breaking the Bank: A Guide to Construction Finance.
    Sep 4 2025

    #7 The journey to building or renovating your dream home begins long before the first blueprint is drawn. In this eye-opening episode, mortgage broker Kelly Cameron from Get Real Finance reveals why financial planning should be your first step.

    Check out Get Real Finance here...

    https://www.getrealfinance.com.au/

    Check out Jacob at JMH Designs here...

    jmhdesigns.au

    Check out Michael at MR designs here...

    michaelandruysch.com.au

    Check Out the Blue Couch Podcast on youtube here...

    https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlueCouchPodcast
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • When Your House Moves: A Structural Engineer Reveals What Happens Behind The Walls.

    When Your House Moves: A Structural Engineer Reveals What Happens Behind The Walls.
    Aug 7 2025

    #6 Structural engineer David Lewis from Apex Structural Engineers breaks down the critical importance of getting your home's foundations right and why early collaboration between engineers, designers, and builders leads to successful projects.

    Check out Jacob at JMH Designs here...

    jmhdesigns.au

    Check out Michael at MR designs here...

    michaelandruysch.com.au

    Check Out the Blue Couch Podcast on youtube here...

    https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlueCouchPodcast
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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