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Concrete Conversations
by CMAA
Concrete Conversations is your one-stop shop for technical information, architecture and design methodologies using concrete blocks and pavers. In this podcast, we interview architects, landscape designers, engineers and other experts in the field to provide the latest construction & building industry updates and exciting stories of our special guests.Presented to you by the Concrete Masonry Association of Australia, this podcast explains why the above-mentioned materials are the best on the block.If you're a building professional, aspiring student, architect, designer or homeowner, this podcast is for you! We study the Australian Standards, case studies and building guidelines to deliver key points in a quick and digestible way.From paving and breeze-blocks to brutalism and the national codes. Give it a go! Tune in to Concrete Conversations!
Episodes
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Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Weatherproofing
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover everything to do with weatherproofing and Concrete Masonry. In this episode your host, Cathy Inglis our acting CEO and our Technical team member Jack Wang discuss; Why weatherproofing is important; What happens when you don't...
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School of Block - Masonry Walling Systems
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the different types of masonry walling systems used in engineering. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our Technical team member Jason McKenzie cover; The difference between single skin and solid concrete masonry...
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Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Architectural Walling Systems
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover how different types of masonry walling systems are designed. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The common types of architectural walling...
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Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Fireproofing of Concrete Masonry
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits of concrete masonry as a an efective fireproofing material across all types of residential and commerical structures. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan...
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Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Block colours and finishes
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover all the different types of colours and finishes for concrete masonry. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The different colours produced in...
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School of Block - Concrete Masonry in Recycled Materials
In this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits and process behind using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks. Using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks has major benefits when it comes to sustainability by reducing…
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School of Block - Concrete Block sizes
Concrete masonry comes in many different shapes and sizes. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Matthew Ching, cover topics such as; How concrete blocks are classified; The coding system; Types of concrete blocks; and much more... This episode and many others can be...
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School of Block - Masonry Codes and Standards (NCC)
In the concrete masonry industry, there are guidelines and provisions to ensure masonry construction results in a safe, durable, and appropriate product. This is done by following construction codes and standards such as the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards documents. In...
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School of Block - Benefits of Concrete Masonry
Concrete masonry has been a material of choice within the architectural and construction world for years. It provides one of the best returns on your construction investment and has been known as a strong and durable material throughout the ages, being used in Ancient Egyptian pyramids, Greek...
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A Concrete Conversation with Stuart Holmes
Stuart Holmes studied at Deakin University and completed his Bachelor of Architecture with Honours in 1995. Since then he has gained extensive experience in institutional, commercial and residential architecture and has worked variously as a sole practitioner, collaborator and project architect.…
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A Concrete Conversation with Ingrid Richards
Ingrid Richards co-founded Richards and Spence Architects with Adrian Spence in 2008 with the aim of creating vibrant public spaces from private commissions. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Queensland and has practiced in her hometown of Brisbane for over 20 years....
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A Concrete Conversation with Ilana Freadman
Led by Ilana Freadman and Michael White, Freadman White embeds a curiosity-driven and experientially charged tension in its architecture. Seeking to reveal beauty in seemingly simple and often overlooked settings, they strive to create visually intriguing and emotionally resonant spaces.…
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A Concrete Conversation with Andrew Hagemann
Andrew Hagemann founded the multi-award winning architecture practice Fringe Architects, now AHArchitecture which is an inventive, client collaborative Architecture Studio led by Andrew. AHA operates in the most remote and isolated capital city in the world, which in recent times has seen Western...
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A Concrete Conversation with Darren Kaye
Darren Kaye co-founded Topology Studio with Amy Hallett in 2012. Together, they bring to their practice a combined 40 years of experience in delivering projects with inherently complex and unique briefs, and a passion for exacting design standards. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre…
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A Concrete Conversation with Michael White
Michael White is the co-founder of Freadman White Architects, along side his partner in life and work - Ilana Freadman. Michael is a driven architect and for Freadman White, architecture isn't just about the built form, it's also about the human response to the architecture itself, the experience...
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A Concrete Conversation with Katherine Sainsbery
Kicking off Season Two: Architect Spotlight with Katherine Sainsbery from Pop Architecture! Katherine is an Architect with over 13 years industry experience. In 2016 she established Pop Architecture with Justine Brennan. Their work is driven by a rigorous process which distils response to site,...
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Season One: Paving Australia - Wrap Up
Season One: Paving Australia comes to an end with this episode! Did you enjoy this series as much as we did? In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, touch on each of our Season One episodes and give us an intriguing summary, all about paving! This…
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A Concrete Conversation with Andrew King Part 2
Andrew is a Civil Engineer with experience in all levels of Government and private practice, currently employed as the Coordinator Engineering Services with the City of West Torrens. He considers himself lucky to have been mentored and influenced by some of South Australia's most respected and...
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A Concrete Conversation with Ryan Nelson
Ryan is Project Engineer – Civil & Stormwater, Engineering Strategy & Assets at the City of Charles Sturt. He has worked in civil construction for the last 15 years, and the last three at City of Charles Sturt. Ryan's experience with permeable paving during his time with City of Charles Sturt...
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A Concrete Conversation with Andrew King
Andrew is a Civil Engineer with experience in all levels of Government and private practice, currently employed as the Coordinator Engineering Services with the City of West Torrens. He considers himself lucky to have been mentored and influenced by some of South Australia's most respected and...
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A Concrete Conversation with Tim Johnson
A horticulturist, naturalist and educator by training, Tim Johnsons' profession of choice is local government arborist. His primary foci during twenty five years with South Australian councils have been sustaining the legacy of earlier horticulturists by continuing to establish trees for future...
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A Concrete Conversation with Mellissa Bradley
Mellissa Bradley is an experienced water sensitive urban design practitioner currently working as a program manager at Water Sensitive SA. She is a strong advocate for the creation of more liveable cities and towns through the delivery of urban growth and infill developments that incorporate...
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A Concrete Conversation with Arlene Nardone
Arlene Nardone has more than 25 years' experience in the engineering industry, having graduated with a double degree in Civil Engineering (Honours) and Management Studies. She has been working with Adbri Masonry for almost 22 years and is currently the National Engineering manager. In this…
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A Concrete Conversation with Simon Beecham
Professor Simon Beecham is a leading industry expert on permeable paving, water harvesting, and sustainable resource management. His research has been highly regarded in the permeable pavement industry with over 5000 citations. Simon was also critical in the development of the DesignPave software...
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A Concrete Conversation with Justin Moss
Justin is the Senior Technical Director and Team Leader of the Pavements Design team at Arcadis, the largest non-governmental pavement design team in Australia - presiding over design, consulting and construction work. Justin holds over 37 years of experience in his field which encompasses most...
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Designing with Pavers
There are many considerations to think about when designing with segmental pavers, some include, what type of pavement you're designing, materials to use for the base, which paver will be used, and in turn, which laying pattern will be implemented, and much more. To learn more about these…
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Overview of Paving with Michael Koungras
Segmental paving is a term used for any surface that contains individual units banned together by sand and these individual units or pre-cast units, we call pavers. To learn more about these wonderful building materials listen to this episode! In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and...
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Paving Australia with Michael Koungras
A key factor which separates concrete segmental paving from other pavement types is that it combines both structural adequacy and serviceability into a surface with limitless aesthetic potential, offering a range of appearances from varied colours, patterns and textures. To learn more about these...
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A Concrete Conversation with Andrew Hagemann
Andrew Hagemann founded the multi-award winning architecture practice Fringe Architects, now AHArchitecture which is an inventive, client collaborative Architecture Studio led by Andrew. AHA operates in the most remote and isolated capital city in the world, which in recent times has seen Western...
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A Concrete Conversation with Ilana Freadman
Led by Ilana Freadman and Michael White, Freadman White embeds a curiosity-driven and experientially charged tension in its architecture. Seeking to reveal beauty in seemingly simple and often overlooked settings, they strive to create visually intriguing and emotionally resonant spaces.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Concrete Conversations is your one-stop shop for technical information, architecture and design methodologies using concrete blocks and pavers. In this podcast, we interview architects, landscape designers, engineers and other experts in the field to provide the latest construction & building industry updates and exciting stories of our special guests.Presented to you by the Concrete Masonry Association of Australia, this podcast explains why the above-mentioned materials are the best on the block.If you're a building professional, aspiring student, architect, designer or homeowner, this podcast is for you! We study the Australian Standards, case studies and building guidelines to deliver key points in a quick and digestible way.From paving and breeze-blocks to brutalism and the national codes. Give it a go! Tune in to Concrete Conversations!
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