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The Building Sciology Poddie

The Building Sciology Poddie

By: Jess Kismet
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 My mission is to educate builders, architects and home owners so you can create the most comfortable, healthiest buildings possible. When you know better, you can do better.Jess Kismet Nature & Ecology Science
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  • #10 - WUFI, Walls, and Weatherproofing with Villy Yordanov

    #10 - WUFI, Walls, and Weatherproofing with Villy Yordanov
    May 11 2025

    In this episode, I interview Villy Yordanov, a mechanical engineer and innovation engineer at Pro Clima. We discuss the importance of building science, sustainability, and moisture management in construction. Villy shares his journey into the field, the role of WUFI in hygrothermal modeling, and the significant challenges associated with managing moisture in concrete structures. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about moisture in buildings, the balance between air tightness and vapour control, and the latest innovations in building science.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • #9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Angel

    #9 - Health, Energy Efficiency & Building What Matters with Cindy Angel
    Apr 27 2025

    In this episode, Cindy Angel shares her journey of building a sustainable home with her husband Shane in Lake Caddai. As a thermal performance assessor, Cindy discusses the challenges and triumphs of designing their home, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency, healthy building principles, and collaboration with builders. She reflects on her educational background, the use of NatHERS software for energy assessments, and the lessons learned throughout the construction process. Cindy also highlights the significance of creating a home that supports well-being and the impact of building materials on health.


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    Follow Building Sciology on the ⁠gram ⁠or get in touch at jess@buildingsciology.net!

    Visit the ⁠website ⁠for show notes and a full transcript and sig up to the mailing list ⁠here⁠!
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • #8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery

    #8 - Learning, Leading, and Healthy Homes with Luke Callery
    Apr 14 2025
    In this episode of the Building Sciology Poddie, I chat with Luke Callery, the founder of Callery Building, an Adelaide-based construction company, increasingly known for its commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and energy-efficient building practices. Luke shares his journey from a traditional carpentry apprenticeship to embracing high-performance building techniques through programs like Elevate. He discusses the importance of education, networking, and collaboration in the construction industry, as well as the challenges and successes of growing his team and adapting to client expectations. The conversation highlights the significance of building better homes that prioritize comfort, sustainability, and energy efficiency. Useful Links from Our Chat ⁠Elevate Program⁠ ⁠Live Life Build⁠ ⁠How does a heat recovery ventilation system work?⁠ ⁠What is a blower door test?⁠ ⁠Build Insite Instagram ⁠ ⁠Certified Passivhaus Tradesperson Course⁠ ⁠#22 Building a Better Industry with Andrew Healey of Bowens - Part 1⁠ ⁠#22 Building a Better Industry with Andrew Healey of Bowens - Part 2⁠ ⁠#19 Elevating Building Standards with Daniel Jakobs of Pro Clima Part 1⁠ ⁠#19 Elevating Building Standards with Daniel Jakobs of Pro Clima Part 2⁠ ⁠Yourhome.gov.au⁠ ⁠Mindful Builder Podcast⁠ ⁠Climasure Blogs⁠ ⁠Sustainable Builders Alliance by Builders Declare⁠ ⁠Adelaide Sustainable Building Network⁠ ⁠Undercover Architect⁠ ⁠On what happened in South Australia with the NCC is a bad look - The Fifth Estate⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Luke Callery 00:59 The Journey of Callery Building and the Elevate Program 03:30 Transitioning to High Performance Building Practices 06:43 The Importance of Education and Mentorship in Building 09:24 Core Philosophy and Mission of Callery Building 10:04 Types of Projects and Energy Efficiency Challenges 12:12 Client Expectations and Balancing Costs 15:10 Communication and Reducing Variations in Projects 27:09 Educating Architects and Designers 32:34 The Importance of Collaboration in Construction 37:14 Building Relationships: The Role of Communication 41:20 Growing and Expanding the Team 50:10 Advice for Aspiring Builders 52:07 Future Vision for Callery Building 54:36 Navigating Energy Efficiency and Building Codes Follow Building Sciology on the ⁠gram ⁠or get in touch at jess@buildingsciology.net!Visit the ⁠website ⁠for show notes and a full transcript and sign up to the mailing list ⁠here⁠! Sponsor Websites Climasure Enduro Builders
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    1 hr and 2 mins

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