Building Design, Prime Time
We are building designers from Prime Design. We created the Building Design, Prime Time podcast, to provide valuable information for anyone looking to undertake a new build or extension project. We share our tips, tricks and stories from a building designer's perspective.
Episodes
97 episodes
E97. Multigenerational Homes
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, the hosts, Frank and Amelia explore the practical, emotional, and regulatory considerations of multi-generational living and designing for independence within shared homes. They ...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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22:05
E96. Designing for your backyard
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Amelia and Frank dive into everything you need to consider when designing a functional, beautiful backyard. Whether you're building a new home or updating an existing outdoor spac...
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21:43
E95. What is the hardest part of designing and building a house?
In this episode of Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia unpack one of the most asked—and most misunderstood—questions in the building journey: What’s the hardest part of designing or building a home?Drawing from...
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25:58
E94. Is it cheaper to buy or build?
In this down-to-earth episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into whether it's cheaper to buy or build a home? They discuss the real-life challenges and rewards of tackling home renovations versus building fro...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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28:11
E93. Building terms to understand
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, hosts Amelia and Frank break down the often confusing world of building terminology, making it clear and accessible for anyone involved in the building or renovation process. They kick...
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Season 1
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Episode 93
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31:31
E92. What's the most expensive part of building your home?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia tackle one of the biggest questions on every homeowner's mind: What’s the most expensive part of building? Frank takes a deep dive into the numbers, breaki...
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26:05
E91. The cheapest way to extend your home
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, hosts Amelia and Frank reveal the smartest, most budget-friendly ways to extend your home—without cutting corners on quality or design.Learn why keeping your ro...
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28:46
E90. Breaking down building costs
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive deep into the one question every home builder has: How much is this going to cost? From budgeting for the basics to planning for the unexpected, Frank an...
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Season 1
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Episode 90
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26:06
E89. What happens if you have a flood overlay on your property?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of land and property development — flood overlays. Whether you're looking to buy a block of land, planning a renovation...
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Season 1
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Episode 89
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20:24
E88. What is a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) rating and how can it affect your home? with special guest Leanne Jordan
In this eye-opening episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, hosts Amelia and Frank are joined by special guest Leanne Jordan, a qualified Bushfire Practitioner, to unpack everything you need to know about Bushfire Attack Level (BAL)...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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50:08
E87. The problems with condensation with special guest Clarence from Ionic Constructions (Part 2)
In the second part of our two-part series which follows on from the previous episode, Amelia and Frank discuss with special guest Clarence from Ionic Construction a deeper look into one of the most overlooked challenges in the construction indu...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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42:04
E86. The problems with condensation with special guest Clarence from Ionic Constructions (Part 1)
As homes become more airtight, the need for proper ventilation has never been more important. In this episode, Frank and Amelia welcomed special guest Clarence Macalister from Ionic Construction to talk about the effects of condensation in home...
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39:34
E85. What is a building envelope and how can it affect my block?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the complexities of building envelopes and how they impact your home design. We discuss key regulations, including setbacks, height restrictions, and site co...
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Season 1
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Episode 85
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21:36
E84. What happens when you suspect non compliant works during your build?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia tackle a scenario no homeowner wants to face—what happens if you suspect your builder is not complying with regulations during construction?From poor workmanshi...
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28:09
E83. Can I do this without a permit?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia are joined by special guest Tahleah, a building designer, to explore the often-complex world of home renovations, building permits, and compliance. They hig...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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34:26
E82. Ventilating the roof, walls and floor of a home
In this episode, Frank and Amelia dive into the crucial yet often overlooked topic of home ventilation. With changes to the National Construction Code and Bushfire Code, many modern homes are now so airtight that they’re trapping moisture, lead...
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20:49
E81. Creating teenage retreats in your home
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into planning and creating spaces to accommodate teenagers and the changing needs of families and what to consider to accommodate these changing needs. From addin...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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18:38
E80. Considerations for the ultimate shack or holiday home
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the art of creating the perfect getaway spot, whether it’s a shack, a shed at the beach, or a holiday home. JoinFrank and Amelia as they explore how to desig...
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22:18
E79. Our shock award win and our story on how we got there
In this special episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, we celebrate Prime Design’s incredible achievement of winning the Practice of the Year Award at the 2024 Building Design Association of Australia National Gala Awards. J...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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34:14
E78. Treating human waste
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia explore the complexities of wastewater treatment systems, particularly for rural properties and holiday homes. Join Amelia and Frank as they discuss the importance of ...
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32:58
E77. Bridging the gap between designers, clients and professionals during the design process with Darren Evans and Chris Knierim
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, were on location in Hobart for the Building Designers, Association of Australia Trade night as part of the annual national conference held for building designers. Featured...
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Season 1
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Episode 77
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28:55
E76. Cross laminated timber construction with special guest Ken Slamet from The Rubix Collective
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, we dive into the world of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)—an innovative, sustainable building material revolutionising the construction industry. In the episode we welcome special guest K...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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32:37
E75. Tap Fittings by Nero Tapware with special guest Clint from Nero
In this podcast episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia continue interviews at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) National Festival of Design at the trade night on location in Hobart at Wre...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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15:27
E74. James Hardie cladding with special guest Luke Cheung
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia were on location at the 2024 Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) trade show where professionals in the industry network and liaise with building supplie...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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14:40
E73. Weathertex Cladding with special guest Vanda from Weathertex
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Amelia and Frank were on location at Wrest Point Convention Centre in Hobart at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) Festival of Design trade night. They...
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