web02.fireside.fm Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:53:10 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Pro Clima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Building Design” https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/tags/building%20design Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:45:00 +1200 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. en-us episodic Podcast by Pro Clima New Zealand Pro Clima NZ Ltd 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. no pro clima, pro, clima, proclima, pro clima podcast, proclima podcast, proclimapodcast Pro Clima NZ Ltd podcast@proclima.co.nz Episode 5: John Straube https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/05-podcast-john-straube 0016f967-fc1b-443a-ba1d-09acfc13924c Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:45:00 +1200 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd John Straube and Simon Cator discussed the importance of understanding building science to create sustainable and comfortable living spaces. Dr. Straube shared his journey from civil engineering to building science and his decades of experience as a building scientist and professor. 43:45 no Dr. Straube explains the importance of the critical elements of the building structure, balancing insulation values with good airtightness levels and high-performance windows: "It's a rule of physics that you need to be able to match those three components of typical houses to get the value out of each one of those components." In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, John Straube emphasizes the importance of balancing components such as insulation, airtightness, windows and ventilation in building design to achieve optimal energy efficiency and indoor air quality. He explains that airtightness is often misunderstood but is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. Dr. Straube also discusses the principles of rainscreen design, considering the cladding, drainage, and water-resistant barriers, all tailored to local climates and building codes. Special Guest: John Straube. building, buildings, modeling, barrier, model, science, layers, new zealand, wall, physics, perfect, energy, performance, architectural design, weather resistive barrier, building code, construction materials, construction site, airtightness, insulation, windows Dr. Straube explains the importance of the critical elements of the building structure, balancing insulation values with good airtightness levels and high-performance windows: "It's a rule of physics that you need to be able to match those three components of typical houses to get the value out of each one of those components."

In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, John Straube emphasizes the importance of balancing components such as insulation, airtightness, windows and ventilation in building design to achieve optimal energy efficiency and indoor air quality. He explains that airtightness is often misunderstood but is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. Dr. Straube also discusses the principles of rainscreen design, considering the cladding, drainage, and water-resistant barriers, all tailored to local climates and building codes.

Special Guest: John Straube.

Links:

  • RDH Building Science - Technical Library — Explore the RDH technical library for building enclosure articles, conference papers, presentations, research reports, quick guides and technical bulletins.
]]> Dr. Straube explains the importance of the critical elements of the building structure, balancing insulation values with good airtightness levels and high-performance windows: "It's a rule of physics that you need to be able to match those three components of typical houses to get the value out of each one of those components."

In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, John Straube emphasizes the importance of balancing components such as insulation, airtightness, windows and ventilation in building design to achieve optimal energy efficiency and indoor air quality. He explains that airtightness is often misunderstood but is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. Dr. Straube also discusses the principles of rainscreen design, considering the cladding, drainage, and water-resistant barriers, all tailored to local climates and building codes.

Special Guest: John Straube.

Links:

  • RDH Building Science - Technical Library — Explore the RDH technical library for building enclosure articles, conference papers, presentations, research reports, quick guides and technical bulletins.
]]> Episode 2: Natasha Cockerell https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/02-podcast-natasha-cokerell 21a6e818-9b72-4558-b0f3-daadb223d245 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:30:00 +1200 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd In the second episode of the pro clima podcast, Natasha Cockerell joins us to discuss the current challenges the construction sector in New Zealand is facing. Natasha advocates for sustainable building practices and the urgency to use energy modelling to build better buildings. 26:22 no “We accept a lot just because we don’t know any different.” In the second episode of pro clima podcast, Natasha explains how seeing her relatives work in construction sparked her interest in architecture, which she sees as a combination of art and science. From her experiences with leaky buildings to addressing challenges in the industry, we discuss the current state of the New Zealand construction sector, focusing on economic difficulties and the urgent need to address carbon emissions. Looking ahead, she advocates for a shift towards sustainable, energy-efficient building practices, emphasizing holistic approaches to building performance and the importance of homeowner awareness in selecting architects. Natasha champions prioritizing simplicity, efficiency, and comfort in building design, highlighting the potential of energy modelling to deliver better outcomes while saving costs. Special Guest: Natasha Cockerell. energy modelling, better building practices, sustainable building, sustainability, lower carbon emissions, energy-efficient buildings, building perofmrance, building design, construction, construction best practice “We accept a lot just because we don’t know any different.”

In the second episode of pro clima podcast, Natasha explains how seeing her relatives work in construction sparked her interest in architecture, which she sees as a combination of art and science. From her experiences with leaky buildings to addressing challenges in the industry, we discuss the current state of the New Zealand construction sector, focusing on economic difficulties and the urgent need to address carbon emissions. Looking ahead, she advocates for a shift towards sustainable, energy-efficient building practices, emphasizing holistic approaches to building performance and the importance of homeowner awareness in selecting architects. Natasha champions prioritizing simplicity, efficiency, and comfort in building design, highlighting the potential of energy modelling to deliver better outcomes while saving costs.

Special Guest: Natasha Cockerell.

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In the second episode of pro clima podcast, Natasha explains how seeing her relatives work in construction sparked her interest in architecture, which she sees as a combination of art and science. From her experiences with leaky buildings to addressing challenges in the industry, we discuss the current state of the New Zealand construction sector, focusing on economic difficulties and the urgent need to address carbon emissions. Looking ahead, she advocates for a shift towards sustainable, energy-efficient building practices, emphasizing holistic approaches to building performance and the importance of homeowner awareness in selecting architects. Natasha champions prioritizing simplicity, efficiency, and comfort in building design, highlighting the potential of energy modelling to deliver better outcomes while saving costs.

Special Guest: Natasha Cockerell.

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