Building Sustainability Podcast

Jeffrey Hart

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Episodes 141

Avg. Duration 1h 5m

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Since Apr 2019

Latest Episode Apr 2025

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The majority of homes currently being built are bad for the earth, the occupants and the builder’s health. Every fortnight, join Jeffrey Hart as he talks to designers, builders, makers, dreamers and doers. Exploring the wide world of sustainability in the built environment by talking to wonderful people who are doing excellent things. Whether you want to learn more about natural materials, are navigating your own self build, or just want to know that better alternatives are out there, this is the podcast for you.

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Recent Episodes

S1E133 Saving Swifts: A Brick for the Birds - Hannah Bourne-Taylor - BS133

Apr 22, 2025 1h 21m

Swifts are among the most remarkable birds on Earth — they sleep on the wing, migrate thousands of miles, and return each year to nest in the same tiny holes in our buildings. But as we insulate,…

S1E132 Circular, Modular, Hemp Construction - Chloe Donovan - BS132

Mar 10, 2025 1h 9m

In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, we are joined by Chloe Donovan, founder of Natural Building Systems. She discuss the exciting potential of hemp and other bio-based materials…

S1E131 From Constraints to Creativity: The Art of Sustainable Renovations - Sigi Koko - BS131

Dec 13, 2024 47m

In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Sigi Koko, founder of Down to Earth Design, to explore the world of natural renovations. Sigi shares her journey of blending sustainability and…

S1E130 Retrofit Naturally with Sigi Koko - BS130

Dec 13, 2024 1h 14m

In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, Sigi Koko of Down to Earth Design shares her deeply personal journey of transforming a historic farmhouse into a fully natural, sustainable…

S1E129 Earth, Time and Transformation - Becky Little - BS129

Nov 07, 2024 1h 2m

In this episode, we sit down with Becky Little, an artist, builder, and earth enthusiast, who shares her journey from traditional building to her deeply rooted, place-based art. Becky discusses her…

S1E128 Crafting with Cob: Stories of Clay, Community, and Creativity - Kate Edwards - BS128

Oct 22, 2024 1h

In this episode, we dive into the ancient and evolving craft of earth building with Kate Edwards, a seasoned sculptor and passionate teacher. Join us as Kate shares her journey from art therapy to…

S1E127 Building community at Lammas Ecovillage - Tao Wimbush - BS127

Oct 09, 2024 1h 21m

Join me in conversation with one of the founding members of Lammas Eco Village - Tao Wimbush.Tao Paul Wimbush is the co-founder of the Lammas Ecovillage in West Wales. He has a wealth of experience…

S1E126 That Roundhouse - Tony Wrench - BS126

Sep 26, 2024 1h 4m

Tony and Faith wanted to live a simple low-impact life, so built a little roundhouse on some land in Wales. Little did they know that the lengthy resulting battle to stay in their home would be part…

S1E125 Llamacroft, a bio-based Passivhaus Pt2 - Janna Laan Lomas - BS125

Sep 11, 2024 1h 7m

The second part of my conversation with Janna. In this episode we get into the nitty gritty of airtightness, and how we've come to appreciate its need, while not being 100% happy about the materials…

S1E124 Llamacroft, a bio-based Passivhaus Pt1 - Janna Laan Lomas - BS124

Sep 11, 2024 1h 7m

In this episode of the Building Sustainability podcast, I am excited to welcome back architect Janna Laan Lomas, who shares her journey of building a sustainable home in Herefordshire alongside her…

S1E123 Chalk as a building material - Caroline Nicolay - BS123

May 16, 2024 1h

A bonus episode with Archeologist Caroline Nicolay.The conversation explores building sustainable structures with chalk and earth materials, sharing experiences with chalk as a construction material…

S1E122 Retrofit using Natural Materials Pt2 - Will Stanwix - BS122

Apr 22, 2024 1h 11m

In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, Will Stanix joins me to delve into details of his barn conversion and upcoming clay plaster product. The discussion includes insights on…

S1E121 Retrofit using Natural Materials - Will Stanwix - BS121

Apr 03, 2024 1h 5m

Join me and special guest Will Stanwix as we uncover the secrets of retrofitting a 300-year-old barn with crushed clay roof tiles for stunning finishes in vibrant hues.Dive deep into the history of a…

S1E120 The past informs the present, the present informs the past - Caroline Nicolay - BS120

Mar 19, 2024 1h 17m

Caroline Nicolay discusses natural building and archaeology. We explore ancient techniques like mineral pigments and casein paints, debunking stereotypes of primitive living. Caroline shares her…

S1E119 How to Build a Roundhouse Pt2 - Adrian Leaman - BS119

Feb 23, 2024 53m

How to Build a Roundhouse - Part 2! Be sure to check out Part 1 first.Episode linksWholewoods - https://wholewoods.co.uk/Buildcamp - https://www.instagram.com/buildcamp/Tony Wrench Roundhouse -…

S1E118 How to Build a Roundhouse Pt1 - Adrian Leaman - BS118

Feb 23, 2024 57m

Adrian Leaman from Wholewoods delves into the world of roundhouses and sustainable building practices. The conversation spans from building advice to foundation methods and the importance of using…

S1E117 Woven in the bone - Sam Goates - BS117

Feb 06, 2024 1h 11m

In this episode of the Building Sustainability Podcast, host Jeffrey Hart sits down with Sam Goates from Woven in the Bone, a company that creates woven cloth on pedal-powered looms in Scotland. Sam…

S1E116 Land/Clay/Timber - Paloma Gormley - BS116

Jan 23, 2024 40m

Paloma Gormley continues our conversation, focusing on the use of clay as a sustainable alternative to lime and cement. We explore the versatility of clay as a material and its use in various forms,…

S1E115 Architecture from Ecology - Paloma Gormley - BS115

Jan 23, 2024 1h 6m

Architect, Paloma Gormley from Material Cultures joins me to discus the importance of regenerative materials in building design. The conversation explores plant-based materials like hemp and reed,…

S1E114 Lessons from running a Natural Building company - Julz Baker - BS114

Jan 09, 2024 1h 17m

Today I'm joined by natural builder Julz Baker from Unearthed to talk about the lessons he learned from running a natural building company. It's a frank chat about some of the pitfalls that may await…

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