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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
  • 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
  • Why Your Builder Choice Matters More Than Price.

    Why Your Builder Choice Matters More Than Price.
    Jul 3 2025

    #5 What makes a building project truly successful? Is it coming in under budget, or is there something far more valuable at stake? In this powerful conversation with builder Duayne Pearce, we uncover the profound purpose behind construction that goes beyond bricks and timber.

    check out Duayne's website here...

    https://duaynepearce.com/

    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 7 mins
  • Building Codes, Safety and Trust: A Certifiers Perspective

    Building Codes, Safety and Trust: A Certifiers Perspective
    Jun 5 2025

    #4 This week on "The Blue Couch" we chat with Mick Tyrrell from Building Approvals and Advice (BA&A). Mick dishes out some great advice on the building approval process and where to start when building your dream home. As Mick states "the certification process can be complex, but understanding the rules early and working with experienced professionals creates the best chance for a successful outcome."

    check out BA&A here...

    https://www.buildingaaa.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 5 mins
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