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Building Tomorrow: Why High Performance Architecture Is Important
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Prepare to have your notions of sustainability and high-performance architecture transformed as we take you through a deep exploration of how our industry is evolving. We're dissecting the very fabric of what makes our buildings stand the test of time, from the innovative repurposing of building materials to the critical need for buildings that outlive the 50-year mark, we promise an episode that redefines what you thought you knew about sustainable construction.
This conversation is a goldmine for anyone looking to align their building practices with the future – a future where affordability and sustainability are not at odds. We uncover the intricate balance between high-performance homes and financial feasibility, dismantling the myth that sustainable is synonymous with expensive. We share insights into solar energy's cost versus benefits, the impact of Thomas Heatherwick's Humanize campaign, and the pioneering recycling efforts setting Queenstown apart. It's a candid look at the industry's current challenges and the groundbreaking solutions that are paving the way for a more conscious approach to architecture.
We leave you with a call to action. The insights garnered from this discussion reinforce the urgent need for collaboration among architects, developers, and financial institutions. With the clock ticking towards 2025's mandatory reporting of whole-life embodied carbon, we invite you to join the conversation and contribute to a movement that is reshaping our homes, cities, and ultimately, our planet. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of high-performance architecture.
0:12 - High Performance Architecture Discussion
13:41 - Materials Sustainability in Construction Industry
21:08 - Importance of Sustainable Building Practices
30:15 - Energy Systems & Sustainable Building Metrics
42:32 - Affordable, Sustainable Construction Solutions
57:03 - Sustainability Summit Networking and Insights
Key Links:
https://nzgbc.org.nz/
https://passivehouse.com/
https://archipro.co.nz/article/what-is-a-high-performance-home-archipro
https://www.branz.co.nz/sustainable-building/up-spec/
https://www.fletcherliving.co.nz/about-us/sustainability/lowco/
https://www.aretearchitects.co.nz/environments/siptris-the-elle
This conversation is a goldmine for anyone looking to align their building practices with the future – a future where affordability and sustainability are not at odds. We uncover the intricate balance between high-performance homes and financial feasibility, dismantling the myth that sustainable is synonymous with expensive. We share insights into solar energy's cost versus benefits, the impact of Thomas Heatherwick's Humanize campaign, and the pioneering recycling efforts setting Queenstown apart. It's a candid look at the industry's current challenges and the groundbreaking solutions that are paving the way for a more conscious approach to architecture.
We leave you with a call to action. The insights garnered from this discussion reinforce the urgent need for collaboration among architects, developers, and financial institutions. With the clock ticking towards 2025's mandatory reporting of whole-life embodied carbon, we invite you to join the conversation and contribute to a movement that is reshaping our homes, cities, and ultimately, our planet. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of high-performance architecture.
0:12 - High Performance Architecture Discussion
13:41 - Materials Sustainability in Construction Industry
21:08 - Importance of Sustainable Building Practices
30:15 - Energy Systems & Sustainable Building Metrics
42:32 - Affordable, Sustainable Construction Solutions
57:03 - Sustainability Summit Networking and Insights
Key Links:
https://nzgbc.org.nz/
https://passivehouse.com/
https://archipro.co.nz/article/what-is-a-high-performance-home-archipro
https://www.branz.co.nz/sustainable-building/up-spec/
https://www.fletcherliving.co.nz/about-us/sustainability/lowco/
https://www.aretearchitects.co.nz/environments/siptris-the-elle
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Chapters
1. Building Tomorrow: Why High Performance Architecture Is Important (00:00:00)
2. High Performance Architecture Discussion (00:00:12)
3. Materials Sustainability in Construction Industry (00:13:41)
4. Importance of Sustainable Building Practices (00:21:08)
5. Energy Systems & Sustainable Building Metrics (00:30:15)
6. Affordable, Sustainable Construction Solutions (00:42:32)
7. Sustainability Summit Networking and Insights (00:57:03)
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