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Repeat after me CARBON LITERACY NEEDS TO GO MAINSTREAM Let´s make it intuitive! Sustainability has never been more accessible. An army of sustainability experts has been working tirelessly to make their hard-earned knowledge available for everyone else to use. ▪ Soak up the intel out there ▪ Attend events ▪ Engage with industry initiatives (UKGBC and UKNZCBS) Learn what others know and try to do it better. ‼ Don’t beat yourself up about not knowing everything (no one does) and celebrate the wins – big and small. It´s a journey and don´t forget to enjoy yourself along the way ‼ Intimidated by the big stuff? Fair enough. Try smaller events and initiatives. And follow those who freely share their insight: SDC - Sustainable Design Collective WOD - Women in Office Design Circular Do Tank Don´t Waste Buildings NLA Finishes and Interiors Sector In no particular order and by no means a complete list: Zoë Glander Alexia Laird flavie lowres Harsha Kotak Joanna Knight Lucy Bagshaw Ana Rita Martins Mathew Freeman Joe Croft Asif Din Deborah Allen Fiona Edwards MIEMA, CEnv Tim den Dekker May Fawzy Matthew Mapp Matthew Robinson Elina Grigoriou FRSA HonRICS Tina Paillet, FRICS Dave Cheshire Anna Lisa McSweeney Rachel Hoolahan Kiru Balson Andrew Moore Mina Hasman

Exciting launch alert from GreenRock Management Group! We're proud to introduce City Talks, our new podcast series hosted by Mark Grigoryan. Join us for insightful discussions on urban development and innovation with industry experts. Don’t miss out—tune in and be part of the conversation shaping our cities' futures! #CityTalks #UrbanDevelopment #Innovation #GreenRockManagement #Podcast

Sunday might just be the best day to dive into The Ground Investigation Podcast. Some people like to switch off on weekends, but if you're up for a bit of learning, Sunday is a chill day without the weekday rush. Some people tell me how they've tackled tough problems at work or smoothed things over with teammates just by tuning into an episode. Every podcast is packed with tips and stories from pros who really know their stuff in ground engineering. Right now, 22 episodes are waiting for you. If Sunday’s your podcast day, go ahead and pick your favourite. Prefer weekdays? No worries—just hit subscribe below, and we’ll make sure the latest episodes automatically download for you. Keep the knowledge coming, whenever it suits you best! Take a look for yourself here: Apple: https://lnkd.in/g3myBvzh Deezer: https://lnkd.in/gDYb4JFg Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e-eBEJFq GI rec Ltd - The GI Recruitment Specialists! #groundengineering #piling #drilling #siteinvestigation

2 Key Learnings about Mass Timber Installation from this Podcast 👇 Staying up to date on industry news, hearing others' unique perspectives on mass timber topics, and meeting new people are all reasons that I like to regularly listen to mass timber focused podcasts. I recently listened to the Timber Twenty Podcast where Michael Marshall of Kinsol Timber Systems was interviewed. Here are 2 key items that Michael shared regarding mass timber installation and working within the unique constraints of a mass timber project. 𝟭. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁? A bit of a leading question, making the reader think that (rightfully) the answer is not "when the materials show up on site". Michael suggested that the installer be brought onto a project around 75% DD. The installer can help provide informed decisions on things like detailing options, constructibility and aligning with manufacturer specific capabilities. Understanding who the manufacturer is and what that means for install schedule and sequencing is key. 4 ft wide panels vs. 10 ft wide panels. Just in time delivery vs. off-site staging yard. There are many variables impacting install cost and time. 𝟮. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹 Michael suggested that if mass timber isn’t going to be the cheapest (material cost) then it better be the fastest (to install). He really emphasized the importance of getting sequencing right when designing and laying out a mass timber building. In order to do this, you really need to design it so that when you get on site, it is an absolute sprint. The one way to make sure that this does NOT happen is to get things out of sequence. How do things get out of sequence? Having a ton of different parts where nothing is repetitive makes it very easy to grab the wrong element. Keeping elements consistent and repetitive - even if it comes at the cost of some material inefficiency - cuts down on the error or possibility of grabbing the wrong part. Just like with RFIs, unnecessarily double-handling materials on a mass timber job site goes a long way toward negating the speed of install benefits. And if those speed benefits aren't realized, the project likely won't make financial sense. Begin with the end in mind. Always appreciate those who share their insights on mass timber to continue to grow the collective knowledge base.

It’s easier than you think to start a podcast. The best part is that once you start recording it’s hard to stop. Well maybe not too hard to stop but you get the idea. If you have questions about why or how to create a podcast leave a note in the comments below and I will respond back.

🎙 Urban Forecast Podcast x 1:100 Architecture Podcast out now! 🎙 How did frustration with the architectural Industry + the 2020 Global Pandemic combine to create the 1:100 Podcast, and how important is it that these voices are able to be heard? For those who haven’t heard of the 1:100 Architecture Podcast, it is a transformative platform uniting architects and creatives worldwide. Through raw and relatable personal experiences as 7 women of colour, they ignite an ethical design approach while expanding opportunities for design enthusiasts everywhere. Their mission is to empower individuals like them, fostering confidence in their unique abilities to thrive with originality, creativity, and innovation. In this joint episode, we discuss different perspectives on the role of the Architect, and how the education system currently serves those entering the industry from diverse backgrounds, and how entrepreneurship can allow the profession to transform in a shifting economy. Link to the episodes Youtube: https://lnkd.in/ecf5ixuy Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQ6TCZuW

🚨 New Episode Alert: Breaking the Built Environment's Biggest Taboo 🚨 What’s the one conversation the construction industry avoids? Demand. I had the privilege of sitting down with Liz Male MBE, Chart.PR FCIPR, who dives headfirst into why "more" doesn’t mean "better." We discuss 🌍 How overconsumption is at the heart of the climate crisis. 🤔 Why marketing often fuels "more, more, more" instead of meaningful change. 💡 The untapped power of storytelling to shift mindsets in the built environment. Liz, a powerhouse in PR and communications, doesn’t just challenge the norm—she flips it on its head. From her insights into leadership to her bold call for a retrofit and refurbishment mindset (literally and figuratively), this episode is about rewriting the rules for a sustainable future. But here’s the twist: This isn’t just for industry insiders. It’s for anyone who feels trapped on the treadmill of "more" and is ready to reimagine what enough looks like. 🎧 Tune in to discover: How the stories we tell shape the world we build. The surprising link between architecture and healing. Why your superpowers could hold the key to genuine sustainability. 💬 Are we brave enough to confront our appetite for "more"? Can we use our collective skills to reshape the future without breaking it? Dive into this bold and inspiring conversation now on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Let's reimagine the built environment, one story at a time. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eYR_jJiG

Want to add some building podcasts to your list? Our podcast library has just what you need—featuring the latest and most interesting insights and ideas for the built environment from Armstrong experts. From acoustics to energy savings to indoor environmental quality, Armstrong has these topics and more covered on podcasts across the building industry. 🎶 Listen now: https://ow.ly/zrGl50TwzLk #ArmstrongCeilings #CeilingDesign #BuildingDesign #Architecture #BuildingPodcasts #BuiltEnvironment #AcousticsInsights #EnergySavingsTips #PodcastLibrary #BuildingIndustry #ListenNow

Enjoyed discussing with Viktor Westerdahl the key challenges small practices face when trying to build more sustainable homes. Finding a contractor experienced or open minded to adhere to the retrofit specifications. A point much discussed last week Futurebuild (Apart from using Weaver 😉) How do you find retrofit ready builders for your client's projects?

I spoke to John Stack from North Architects during our recent podcast episode about how widely understood passive house standards are with clients.  John says "I think the knowledge of passive house is definitely widening. There's more and more people undertaking passive house qualifications. Either the bite size course, which is just a kind of an overview and a primer for the system, or actually doing a full designer course is increasing all the time. And that knowledge, I think, is being fed into projects. Building regulations and things like that are moving slowly but are catching up and that is forcing people to look into different ways of meeting those requirements and Passive House is the most well publicised way of doing that.” You can hear this episode and many others on my ‘Architects of Ambition’ podcast series revealing how small architectural practices in the UK are leading the charge in redefining residential architecture. They're not just building homes; they're pioneering in innovation, sustainability, and personalisation. Subscribe and listen on your podcast app of choice: Spotify — https://lnkd.in/eAY4yjFZ Apple Podcasts — https://lnkd.in/e9iakGim #WeaverPodcast #ArchitectureTalks #SustainableArchitecture #UKResidentialDesign #ArchitectureRevolution #ArchitectsOfAmbition #UKArchitecture #DesignThinking #FutureOfArchitecture #ResidentialRevolution #passivehouse