Building Design, Prime Time

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia welcome special guest and Building Biologist Zara D'Cotta to talk about healthy homes. The podcast will be broken down into two bite sized episodes. Zara dives deep into healthy homes and shares her harrowing story of multiple cancer diagnoses and how it drastically changed how she lived and became passionate about he...

There are so many decisions to make when you are designing a new home or even extending and renovating.  There are so many materials and colour choices available that it could leave you feeling overwhelmed.  In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia speak to  special guest Tahleah who specialises in interior design.  Tahleah talks about her experiences as an inter...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about surprises that have come up during extensions and renovations. They delve into the creepy secret rooms behind walls, getting locked out of a room and the ancient dunny behind a wall.  Frank also talks about common challenges that could arise when doing an extension or renovation  Be sure to subscribe so you don&...

It's the age old question, how long does the process take to design and build a house? To answer this question, it's important to understand the individual steps involved. In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about each step involved in designing a new home to building a home. Frank talks about outside factors that may affect the time frame and...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia deep dive into the pitfalls of building close to water. Some examples include estuaries or the sea.  Frank shares his experience from projects that he has worked on. In addition, he lists the main differences in material choices for dwellings in highly corrosive environments and how this impacts the overall cost of the bui...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia discuss some of the frequently asked questions that clients ask.  Frank talks about sticking to your budget and aspects that can affect the cost of the build and how to address them as they arise.  Amelia and Frank also discuss tips and tricks of what to look out for when working with your builder and qualifying them for y...

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time podcast.  In this episode, Frank and Amelia discuss project homes. The discuss what project homes are and some of the benefits associated with building a project home as well as some of their limitations.  Frank talks about the types of homes that are available as project homes and key aspects to look out for when you are choosing a project home builder. ...

Extending your home could be the ideal solution if you love the location of your home and you love your block. But what if there isn't enough room to extend out from the original home? Perhaps going up is an option? In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia weigh up the pros and cons of adding a second storey to your home.  Frank refers to real scenarios of a...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast, Amelia and Frank discuss where the tipping point is between demolishing and starting over or simply modifying, renovating and extending the home. Frank and Amelia talk about the benefits and drawbacks of each and Frank delves into some real experiences with clients who have made the decision to knock down and rebuild.  Stay tuned for a ne...

In this episode Frank and Amelia talk about upgrading your home.  There are loads of common upgrades that people do to their home and they can look fantastic. If they are done well they look great and serve their purpose well. However, not all upgrades are done well and it's important to be aware of things that could cause catastrophic problems to your home. Frank shares some insightful real...

Have you ever heard of the term change of use when it comes to buildings? What it means is the intended purpose for the building has changed.  In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about the process of what you need to do if you are looking to change to intended use of a building.   It might be a shed converted into a livable dwelling, a house being turne...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia talk about the current economic climate of housing and how it has affected the housing market, and building design and particularly within Tasmania. The past three years in particular have created a huge shift in the housing market and there was a flow on affect as a result of the shift.  As a result, there has also been a...

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode Frank and Amelia discuss the difference between an occupancy certificate and a completion certificate when you are building or extending you home.  Frank highlights the huge problems that can occur when a completion certificate is not issues. Frank recalls a recent project where it had been several years down the track and there w...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Amelia and Frank discuss how others can influence your design decisions and the flow-on effect of this happening at different stages of the design process. Frank and Amelia deep dive into real-life situations and what happened when Amelia provided some advice to a friend about their new home design when they asked for her opinion. Tune in...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia explore the intricate journey of altering your home design, starting from the initial concept to post-planning and permit stages.  Join us as we uncover the ripple effect these changes cause, impacting so many other areas that may actually leave you with a delayed project and significantly more cost to you.   Frank and Am...

In this episode Frank and Amelia discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of transportable homes.  These are popular options and given the cost of living these days, we can definitely understand why. What this episode delves into are the costly mistakes that are all too common. Frank and Amelia talk about the regulations around portable homes and what you need to have to make sure everything is com...

In today's episode, Frank and Amelia take you on a journey through the wonderful world of outdoor spaces and alfresco areas. Whether you're a homeowner looking to spruce up your backyard or a professional architect seeking inspiration, this discussion has something for everyone. Frank and Amelia will delve into the art of designing outdoor spaces with purpose. From creating tranquil retr...

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia talk about external claddings. This week they deep dive into the different products available that significantly impact the overall aesthetic of the home.  Most importantly, Frank lists some key features and benefits of each product and how trends have changed over time, and how the maintenance of longevity of products may...

In this illuminating episode of Building Design Prime Time Podcast  Frank and Amelia take you on a deep dive into the crucial world of property development through the lens of essential building reports. Navigating the intricacies of property development can be a daunting task, but armed with the right knowledge and understanding of various building reports, you can transform your vision into real...

Welcome to episode 23 of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! In this episode we jump straight into part 2 of last week's exhilarating podcast on building inspections. Once again Amelia and Frank, continue epic stories and expert advice from  Wayne Gorman, a building inspector and thermal performance assessor.  Be sure to check out part 1 first if you haven't tuned in yet so you can...

Welcome to the Prime Time Podcast's latest episode on Building Design! Join Amelia and Frank, as they delve into the world of home inspections and thermal performance assessments with a special guest, Wayne Gorman. Wayne, an expert in the field, shares his wealth of insights, anecdotes, and invaluable advice for anyone in search of their ideal home. In this captivating episode, Wayne uncovers...

Welcome to an enlightening episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast! Join Frank and Amelia as they host two extraordinary guests making waves in Architecture and Building Design: Trish Pickersgill, a Tasmanian building design guru, and Heather Morris, an accomplished Architect with a wealth of experience from New South Wales. In this episode, Frank and Amelia delve into the evolution of...

Join your hosts, Frank and Amelia, as they delve into the dynamic world of building design and construction, exploring the remarkable transformations that have shaped our built environment. In this episode, Frank, an experienced Building Designer, and Amelia draw parallels between common trends of the past and their present-day counterparts. Through insightful discussions, they unravel the fascina...

In this episode, Frank and Amelia talk about building drawings and the importance of having quality building drawings that meet at least the minimum requirements.  The is a gross misconception that engaging a designer or architect involves simply drawing a sketch of our house or extension to submit to council. This is so far from what is required! Frank and Amelia dive down a rabbit hole and discu...

Welcome to episode 18 of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast.  In this episode, Frank and Amelia welcome special guest Alicia, one of Prime Design's valued Building Design experts. In this episode, we'll dive into the ins and outs of building a granny flat on your property.  We'll discuss the benefits of adding a granny flat, the different types of designs and layouts available,...