House of Meaning Podcast
In each episode, we’ll share practical advice, design insights, and real stories to help you plan and build your dream sustainable home with confidence.
Podcasting since 2025 • 15 episodes
House of Meaning Podcast
Latest Episodes
Episode 14. Buy With a Builder's Eye: The Inner-City Renovation and Knockdown Rebuild Checklist
Most buyers spend weeks inspecting kitchens and bathrooms. But when you're buying an inner-city Melbourne property to renovate, extend, or knock down and rebuild, the things that will make or break your project often aren't visible on the surfa...
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Episode 13: The Hidden Risk of Better-Insulated Homes: Leaky Building Syndrome.
Better insulation should mean a healthier, more comfortable home—but if it’s not paired with the right moisture management, it can quietly create the conditions for mould, rot, and “leaky home” failures. In this episod...
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Episode 12: The Construction Process Explained: What You Should Expect From Your Builder:
Building your home is exciting—but once construction starts, your property becomes a workplace, and that changes everything. In this episode, builder Simon Clark explains exactly what you should expect from your builde...
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Episode 11: Custom Homes: Inside SHM’s Design–Build Process (Concept Design to Contract Signing)
What does a design–build journey actually look like—from first enquiry to a signed building contract? In this episode, builder Simon Clark walks through Sustainable Homes Melbourne’s proven process, step by step: Discove...
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Episode 10: Renovate or Rebuild? 10 Factors Australian Homeowners Should Know
Should you renovate or knockdown-rebuild? In this episode, builder Simon Clark breaks down the 10 decisive factors that determine which route delivers better value, performance, and peace of mind—especially on inner-city...
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