Buildings + Beyond Podcast

Buildings + Beyond is the podcast that explores how we can create a more sustainable built environment by focusing on efficiency, accessibility, and health.

Human Psychology and the Built Environment with Kristof Irwin

This podcast explores the human psychology behind building design, focusing on the value preference systems that guide our everyday decisions.

07-18
40:53

We Should Know Better: Top 10 Multifamily Design Mistakes with Steve Klocke, Part 2

Architect and Sustainability Consultant, Steve Klocke, discusses the top ten multifamily design mistakes he's seen in the field - and how to avoid them.

07-09
30:37

We Should Know Better: Top 10 Multifamily Design Mistakes with Steve Klocke, Part 1

Architect & Sustainability Consultant Steve Klocke discusses the top ten multifamily design mistakes being made over and over again - and how to avoid them.

07-02
20:09

Healthy & Sustainable Building Materials with Charley Stevenson, Part 2

Charley Stevenson is a sustainability consultant who has devoted his career to helping others understand sustainable building materials.

06-18
37:08

Healthy & Sustainable Building Materials with Charley Stevenson, Part 1

We are joined by a sustainability consultant & green entrepreneur who has devoted his career to helping others understand sustainable building materials.

06-11
46:37

The Importance of Climate Policy in Cities with Laurie Kerr

Laurie discusses which programs were successful (and which were not) during her time under Mayor Bloomberg and also compares climate policy in cities.

06-04
40:26

Developing Boston’s Tallest Passive House with Brad Mahoney

Projected to be the tallest Passive House building in Boston, Winthrop Square is a pinnacle of high-performance design and construction.

05-29
26:13

NYC’s Green New Deal? Diving into the Climate Mobilization Act with Marc Zuluaga

On this episode, Kelly sits down with Marc Zuluaga to learn more about the Climate Mobilization Act – and what it means for NYC’s real estate market.

04-23
51:32

Universal Design with Mary Jo Peterson

By incorporating Universal Design features into the built environment, we can accommodate for the widest variety of people, regardless of their limitations.

04-16
36:04

High-Performance Schools with John Balfe from NEEP

John Balfe from NEEP discusses the key components to high performance schools, including the programs and standards that are available in the Northeast.

04-09
30:39

Why is Kitchen Ventilation So Important? With Dr. Iain Walker from LBNL

Dr. Walker from LBNL discusses strategies for controlling byproducts associated with cooking by focusing on kitchen ventilation.

04-02
38:25

High-Performance Building Enclosures with Bill Zoeller

Bill shares some strategies that professionals should consider when designing and constructing building enclosures and high-performance wall assemblies.

03-26
32:10

The True Cost of Building Better Homes with Tim McDonald

Tim McDonald explains the top three things developers, designers, and builders should think about when creating quality, efficient, and affordable housing.

03-12
35:05

Smart Buildings

Today we are talking to David Unger of Sentient Buildings, expert in the strategy and implementation of IoT technologies that help to create Smart Buildings

09-25
38:15

Improving the Efficiency of Your Single-Family Home

This episode of Buildings and Beyond evaluates the characteristics critical to a home’s success, including health, comfort, and efficiency.

09-18
26:13

Zero Energy Buildings – The Equation is Easier Than You Think!

SWA's Paula Zimin and Karla Butterfield, discuss what it means to achieve zero energy and how we can accomplish this among various building typologies.

09-11
32:30

Getting The Most From Heat Pumps

On this episode, Robb Aldrich discusses the potential benefits associated with Air Source Heat Pumps and how to get the most out of these systems.

08-28
30:19

‘All-Access’ with Peter Stratton

This week’s guest is a long-time accessibility expert who serves as the Managing Director of SWA’s Accessibility Services, Peter Stratton.

08-21
26:36

Solar PV – The Revolution Continues

An interview with SWA’s solar expert discussing the various factors affecting solar PV growth including changes in technology, policy, and financing.

08-14
21:01

Our Buildings, Our Health

On this episode of Buildings and Beyond, Robb sits down with SWA’s Director of Sustainable Housing Services, Maureen Mahle, to discuss healthy buildings.

08-07
23:23

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