About the show
Welcome to the pro clima Podcast, where we're dedicated to fostering better building practices in New Zealand.
Our mission is to
inspire and educate people to create healthy, durable and energy-efficient buildings
to live, learn, work and play in — now, and for generations to come.
Throughout this podcast series, we will talk to architects, builders and homeowners delving into various aspects of building design, construction techniques, and sustainable living. Here's what you can expect from our episodes:
Expert Interviews / Case Studies / Homeowner Perspectives / Emerging Trends and Technologies / Audience Engagement
By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we hope to empower our audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to create buildings that not only meet our immediate needs but also contribute to a healthier, more resilient future for all. Join us on this journey towards better building practices in New Zealand.
Episodes
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Episode 23: Bronwyn Barry
2 April 2025 | Season 1 | 35 mins 35 secs
airtightness, construction education, construction new zealand, high-performance buildings, insulation
Simon and Bronwyn talk about pre-fabricated panels and Passive House design.
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Episode 22: Denise Martin
12 March 2025 | Season 1 | 40 mins 38 secs
airtightness, construction education, construction new zealand, high-performance buildings, insulation
Simon and Denise discuss concrete insulated strustures and airtightness with the use of proper insulation.
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Episode 21: Graham Finch
19 February 2025 | Season 1 | 46 mins 3 secs
airtightness, cladding, construction education, construstion new zealand, high-performance buildings, new zealand
Simon and Graham discuss Rain Screen Walls, WRB and how cladding can effect the longevity of a build.
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Ep 20 : Dan Saunders
5 February 2025 | Season 1 | 21 mins 38 secs
airtightness, construction education, high-performance buildings, new zealand
Simon and Dan discuss the Building Code in New Zealand, creating durable homes for years to come and how we can rise this standard.
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Episode 19 : Bob Burnett
22 January 2025 | Season 1 | 29 mins 11 secs
airtightness, building performance, construction education, energy modelling, high-performance buildings, weathertightness
Bob and Simon discuss the Superhome movement, the Christchurch earthquake rebuild and how to select the right architect for you.
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Episode 18: Nick Gaites
9 January 2025 | Season 1 | 31 mins 9 secs
airtightness, building performance, construction education, energy modelling, high-performance buildings, weathertightness
Nick and Simon discuss energy modelling in your home, and what changes you can make to make your own home more efficient.
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Episode 17: Matthew Cutler-Welsh
18 December 2024 | Season 1 | 25 mins 17 secs
building performance, construction education, energy modelling, high-performance buildings, vapour permeability
Matthew and Simon talk about his career, Homestyle Green Podcast and the role they play in assisting New Zealand to build more sustainably.
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Episode 16: Manfred Kehrer
6 December 2024 | Season 1 | 34 mins 17 secs
building performance, construction education, high-performance buildings, vapour permeability
Simon Cator and Manfred Kehrer discuss the development of the WUFI® model, as well as the differences it has compared to the Glaser model.
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Episode 15: Kara Rosemeier
27 November 2024 | Season 1 | 28 mins 27 secs
building performance, construction education, continuous ventilation, high-performance buildings
Kara Rosemeier and Simon Cator talk about ventilation in houses, building science and minimising contaminants in your home.
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Episode 14: Hartwig Künzel
5 November 2024 | Season 1 | 35 mins 10 secs
building performance, construction education, high-performance buildings, vapour permeability
Hartwig Künzel and Simon Cator discuss vapour permeability in construction, and highlighting the creation and impact of the WUFI® model
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Episode 13: Barry Cope
16 October 2024 | Season 1 | 34 mins 51 secs
airtightness testing, construction education, energy-efficient homes, high-performance buildings
Barry Cope and Simon Cator discuss Blower Door testing, the importance of airtightness in buildings and what it will look like in the future.
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Episode 12: Vlada Acimovic
4 October 2024 | Season 1 | 27 mins 25 secs
architecture, building, construction education, construction new zealand, energy-efficient building, high-performance building, passive house, passive house design
Vlada Acimovic and Simon Cator are discussing Passive House design, its advantages, and misconceptions about its principles.
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Episode 11: Murray Alcock
24 September 2024 | Season 1 | 32 mins 12 secs
beyond building code, building innovation, construction, construction efficiency, effective building methods, property development, sustainable building, terrace housing
In this insightful conversation, Murray highlights his commitment to developing homes that avoid long-term challenges for homeowners. He stresses the critical balance between factors such as material selection, mechanical ventilation, airtightness and others.
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Episode 10: Steven Hughes
5 September 2024 | Season 1 | 36 mins 26 secs
airtightness, health, passive design, passive house, super insulation, ventilation, window
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Steve shares his experience transitioning from a poorly insulated, high-cost villa in Auckland to building an off-grid Passive House in Coromandel, detailing his sustainable design journey, the challenges of unconventional materials, and his insights on energy efficiency, ventilation, and the importance of improving New Zealand's housing standards.
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Episode 9: Joe Lyth
14 August 2024 | Season 1 | 36 mins 1 sec
architecture, building, consctruction, energy modelling, healthy building, healthy living, insulation, sustainable architecture, thermal performance, ventilation
In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Joe talks about building his own home to ensure a healthier living environment for his family. He emphasizes the importance of continuous insulation, quality windows, and proper ventilation despite budget constraints, and discusses the limitations of New Zealand's building code while advocating for energy modelling to ensure thermal performance and comfort.
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Episode 8: Chris Penk
19 July 2024 | Season 1 | 43 mins 2 secs
building code, construction quality, construction skills, construction training, granny flats, performance targets
Simon Cator and Jon Davies in a conversation with the Building and Construction Minister, Hon Chris Penk, discussing his desire to build “Simply, Cheaply and Quickly”.