TechTalk: Bricks and Carbon Neutrality

Amelia Richardson is the Technical Manager at Midland Brick, Specialising in process improvements, quality assurance and product development. Amelia is also a board member at Think Brick Australia and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering) at Curtin University.   In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis and our special guest, Amelia Richardson have an interesting conversation discussing topics such as: The brick industry and different brick products that are popular in Western Australia. The process behind creating the different colours, shapes and textures in bricks through through the firing process. Brick Kilns, testing, firing and the time it takes in the kiln. Sustainability measures, working with recycled materials and working towards lowering  CO2 emissions in the brick manufacturing process. The NCC and achieving a 7 Star energy rating with brick construction. And much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode: Midland Brick   Social & Links   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @midland_brick on Instagram

In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jason Mackenzie, cover topics such as;    The application of permeable clay pavements; Specific considerations for permeable clay pavements; Maintenance considerations of clay permeable pavements; and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.      Mentioned in the episode:   Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals     Our Social   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

Simon Rodrigues, director at Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects and has worked across a range of residential, commercial and retail projects. Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects is a highly visible and accessible small practice studio with experience, ability, resources and focus to deliver a wide range of architectural building typologies.   In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Simon Rodrigues, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: His practice, studio and how they design architecture differently; His upbringing and how it influenced his perspective on architecture; Why he loves designing in brick and contribution to the Think Brick Awards over the years; His project Leak Street, Peppermint Grove which made it to the top 40 in the Think Brick Awards 2021; And much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects   Social & Links   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

Claire Martin is a landscape architect and the associate director of OCULUS with experience leading the successful delivery of a range of education, health, cultural, infrastructure and public landscape projects. Claire grew up in the UK, and originally aspired to be a dolphin trainer or archaeologist. She moved to Sydney in the late 1990s after studying English Literature and Fine Art in the UK. Claire studied at Loughborough University from 1991-1992, majoring in Art Foundation Studies and Fine Arts. She then studied at the University of Exeter and completed a Bachelor of Art (English Literature & Fine Art) in 1995.  She studied at RMIT University from 2004-2007, earning a Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture) with First Class Honours. Whilst studying, she was the co-editor of Kerb, which is an annual, limited release, not-for-profit publication focussing on issues regarding the landscape, urbanism and architectural disciplines and discourses.    In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Working as the assistant to Senior Director, Games planning for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Coordination Authority (OCA) responsible for planning, urban development and management of the area and facilities for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games; Her time working at Oculus as a landscape architect in 2006, and her journey to becoming Associate Director in 2016; Her time as a guest Lecturer at RMIT and Chair of the RMIT Landscape Architecture Industry Advisory Committee from 2012 - 2014 and her involvement with The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) and many other committees; Her involvement on the project Joyce Chapel Bridge with Searle x Waldron which won the Bruce Mackenzie Landscape Award in the Think Brick Awards 2022; Her winning project, Arcadia Apartments for the Bruce Mackenzie Landscape Award in 2020; And much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in this episode:   OCULUS Claire Martin Joyce Chapel Bridge The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA)   Social & Links   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

In this episode, your host Cathy Inglis: Acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jason Mackenzie, cover topics such as;    What the main considerations are for maintaining clay brick pavers; Undulation of pavement surfaces; Cleaning and clay paver maintenance; and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.      Mentioned in the episode:   Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals     Our Social   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, our acting CEO at Think Brick Australia and our Engineering Team member Jack Wang, cover topics such as;    Detailing and constructing flexible clay pavements Selecting appropriate pavers for their application; Detailing and constructing Edge restraints; Working around utility pits and penetrations such as manholes with pavers; and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.      Mentioned in the episode:   Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals     Our Social   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

In this episode your host Cathy Inglis, and our Engineering Team Lead at Think Brick Jack Gill, cover topics such as;  The relevant standards and specifications for clay pavement design; The relevant testing of clay pavers as per AS 4455.2; Durability of clay pavers; Breaking loads; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in the episode: AS 4455.2 AS 4456.0 AS 4596 AS 3700 Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals   Our Social   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook   BACK TO ALL

Scott woodard is the co-Director of WOWOWA architecture with over 20 years of experience as an architect working with a number of leading firms on a range of public, institutional and urban projects prior to founding WOWOWA. In his role as Project Director for WOWOWA, Scott champions the practices dedicated to quality and design excellence through engaged client and stakeholder relationships.  In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Setting up WOWOWA studio with Monique woodward; Their project Tiger Prawn - Horbury Hunt Residential Award finalist in 2018 Think Brick Awards projects: Merri Creek House and Ponds; How he brings his background in art and sculpture into his architectural work; Inhabiting the overlap between the tow worlds of architecture and art; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: WOWOWA Think Brick Awards Scott Woodward Monique Woodward Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest Cathy Inglis, Brickworks General Manager - Technical & Innovation, cover topics such as;  What Net-Zero is, why it is important and what it means for the brick industry; What to consider when assessing carbon neutrality of bricks; How brick manufacturers make their operation more energy efficient; Areas that can be improved in manufacturing; Carbon offsets; and much more...   This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.    Mentioned in the episode:   Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals   Our Social   Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

With more than 35 years experience as an architect, Neil Cownie has reached an enviable point in his career. In 2009, he established his own firm so he could focus on projects that bring him – and his clients – delight and joy. In the earlier part of his career, Neil worked as a director at a major Perth firm, where he was responsible for a range of project types including houses, interiors, multi-unit residences, commercial buildings, hospitality and mixed-use developments, many of them award-winning. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Neil Cownie, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Perth; His experiences working as a brickie's labourer; His advice for young and upcoming architects; How he found his way to architecture; High Commendation project '123 House'; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.  Mentioned in this episode: Neil Cownie Architect Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram