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Think Brick
by Think Brick Australia
Think Brick Australia represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Australia.We aim to inspire contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape.Think Brick Australia continually produce new and updated technical information and industry guidelines for the greater construction community. Facilitating open discussions and interviews with leading industry representatives, Think Brick Australia's podcast series is an accessible one-stop-shop for anything brick and construction-related in Australia.Think Brick Podcast Website - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/PodcastsThink Brick Australia Technical Resources - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Technical/Manuals/technical-manuals
Episodes
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Think Brick with Amelia Richardson
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…
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 4
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...
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Think Brick with Simon Rodrigues
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...
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Think Brick with Claire Martin
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...
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 3
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...
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 2
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…
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 1
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…
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Think Brick with Scott Woodward
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…
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TechTalk: Bricks and Carbon Neutrality
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...
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Think Brick with Neil Cownie
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…
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TechTalk: Renovation Considerations
In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan, cover topics such as; Structural considerations when renovating with clay masonry; Renovating areas that have been impacted by moisture; Aesthetic approaches to renovating with clay masonry; Managing…
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Think Brick with Fooi Ling Khoo
Fooi is a registered architect and the director of OOF. Before starting her own practice, Fooi worked in award winning architectural practices in Brisbane and Melbourne as well as a short stint in Germany. She has worked on a wild variety of projects ranging from souvlaki shops and bathroom renos...
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TechTalk: Hit and Miss Walls - Reinforcement
Have you listened to our Hit and Miss episode yet? This week we bring you Part 2 which takes you on a deep dive into the reinforcement part of these stunning walls. In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; Other common names for hit and...
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Think Brick with Casey Bryant
Casey Bryant is architect and Director of TRIAS, a studio founded on three principles: to create buildings that are solid, simple and beautiful. "Sustainability is fundamental to the way that we work. It is not an afterthought, nor a catchphrase, but a motivation to be more clever, more…
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TechTalk: Using AS 3700 for Masonry Design
What is AS 3700 and what does this have to do with masonry design? Tune in to find out! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Jason McKenzie, cover topics such as; AS 3700 requirements and what it has to do with brick building and design; All about durability of...
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Think Brick with Stephen Neille
Stephen Neille is a director of Neeson Murcutt + Neille, formerly founding director of Pendal and Neille. Stephen studied at The University of Sydney, graduating with First Class Honours in 1988. He was awarded the RMIT 2007 University Research Prize for his PhD design project focused on the...
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TechTalk: Silica Dust Safety
What is silica dust and why is it so important to learn about the importance of silica dust safety? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; What silica dust is and what materials it is found; The risks of silica dust and the different...
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Think Brick with David Welsh
David is a director and co-founder of Welsh + Major, a collaborative architecture practice that began in 2004. The practice has designed many beautiful, distinctive award winning buildings across a range of typologies. He describes his work as modern-ish, a design approach that allows the…
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TechTalk: Lintels and Shelf Angles
Ever wondered how masonry walls are supported even when they are more than 10 meters high? Lintels and shelf angles are your answer! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Rahul Elangovan, cover topics such as; How shelf angles differ from lintels; The function of...
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Think Brick with Jared Webb
Jared Webb is a Brisbane-based architect committed to creating well-considered and contextually responsive buildings. With a strong design focus, Jared has more than ten years' experience across varying typologies including master planning, commercial, retail and adaptive re-use projects. Jared...
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TechTalk: Our Top TechTalks of 2022
A very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Think Brick Podcast! What a year it has been and we hope you have been enjoying our podcast drops every week. And what a way to wrap up the year with a quick recap of our top TechTalks of 2022! Which episodes were your favourite? In this episode...
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Think Brick with Chris Major
Chris Major is director and co-founder of the award-winning Sydney practice Welsh + Major, with a portfolio that includes public spaces, homes, restaurants, bars, galleries, shops, workplaces, and the reinvention of historic buildings. The practice is concerned with the social and environmental...
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TechTalk: Restoring Heritage Brickwork
What do you know of heritage brickwork? Check out this episode to find out more! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Civil Engineer, Danielle Simbulan, cover topics such as; The definition of heritage; Some considerations when it comes to heritage brickwork; A few case studies from...
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Think Brick with Mark Trotter
As a director of Fulton Trotter Architects for over 30 years, Mark has invaluable experience in design, management, business, and client relationships. Fulton Trotter Architects was founded in 1946 out of two pre-war practices. The firm courageously explored Modernism in the new post war…
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TechTalk: Life Cycle Analysis of Bricks
Life cycle analysis (LCA) is a method of quantifying the environmental impacts associated with a given product. What about the LCA of bricks? Let's find out! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Rahul Elangovan, cover topics such as; The four stages of a LCA; Goal...
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Think Brick with Suzannah Waldron
Suzannah Waldron co-founded Searle x Waldron Architecture in 2007, a small Melbourne based practice that specialises in doing public works. She is particularly interested in small projects and how they can be connected to the larger urban context. The practice has worked in several high profile...
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TechTalk: National Construction Code 2022 Changes Part 2
Today we go through the National Construction Code 2022 Volume Two and focus on energy efficiency. Did you listen to Part 1 of this series? Find out why bricks are the superior choice when building your project! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Danielle...
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Think Brick with David Brand
David is an architect and former Councillor representing St Kilda, Middle Park + Albert Park on the City of Port Phillip Council. He has taught architectural history and design at the University of Melbourne for many years. His design studios focus on real-world urban sites in need of cultural...
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100 Episodes of Thinking Brick
What a milestone, 100 episodes of the Think Brick Podcast! Over these 100 episodes, we have had the pleasure to sit down with architects from all over Australia and in other parts of the world. We've had so many intriguing conversations and for this special episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre...
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Think Brick with Monique Woodward
Monique Woodward is a founding director of WoodWoodWard (WOWOWA) Architecture. WOWOWA is a studio with a uniquely Australian approach to architecture, established in collaboration with Scott Woodward in 2010. In describing its architectural practice, WOWOWA says that its studio is all about...
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TechTalk: National Construction Code 2022 Changes Part 1
The National Construction Code 2022 has been released! Have you had a look over to see what has changed since 2019? Have a listen now to find out! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Mina Matta, cover topics such as; The key differences between NCC 2019 and NCC...
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Think Brick with Daniel Aisenson
With 25 years of professional experience in Argentina, the UK and Australia, Daniel plays a key role on the design front at With Architecture Studio (With Studio), being actively involved in early conceptual stages and design reviews for projects across all typologies. Throughout his career at…
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TechTalk: Brick Bond Types (Patterns)
There's so much you can explore with bricks by changing up their bond types and creating some amazing patterns! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Civil Engineer, Danielle Simbulan, cover topics such as; The different bond types; The patterns that can be created by these; Some...
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Think Brick with Andrew Piva
With more than 15 years at B.E Architecture, Andrew Piva has developed the company's design standards and is responsible for ensuring project outcomes and quality assurance. He is highly involved in the developing design schemes and overseeing the construction of projects to ensure client...
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TechTalk: Brick Pit Afterlife
We've gone through the Brick Manufacturing Process, but ever wondered what happens to the brick quarries after they've been excavated? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Rahul Elangovan, cover topics such as; The lifespan of a brick pit; The different ways an...
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Think Brick with Michael Morgan
Michael Morgan is a director at nettletontribe and served the company as Managing Director for 26 years. Since joining the company in 1977 Michael has developed extensive expertise in detailed design reviews as well the ability to identify strategic commercial and environmental opportunities. In...
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TechTalk: Brick in Earthquakes
Did you know that on average, Australia records over 100 earthquakes each year? How should we design our buildings to withstand this and why should we build in brick? Let's find out! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Intern, Mina Matta, cover topics such as; What needs...
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Think Brick with Billy Kavellaris
Billy Kavellaris is the managing director and established KUD in 2002. He has led his team of architects to complete single residential dwellings, high-density residential, public and commercial buildings and major high-rise developments. Billy has taught at the University of Melbourne and has…
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TechTalk: Building Your First Home with Tess Nyanjom
Thinking of building your first home? Take a listen as we explore through 5 top tips! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Tess Nyanjom from BGC Housing Group, cover topics such as; The reason why location matters; Having a budget and sticking to it; Why brick should…
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Think Brick with Patrick Kennedy
Patrick Kennedy is a founding director of Kennedy Nolan. With Rachel, he established and continues to lead the practice's distinctive design direction. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Patrick Kennedy have an engaging conversation which covers topics such as:...
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TechTalk: How Bricks are Made - Part 3
The third and final part of the Brick Manufacturing Process! Have you enjoyed this series so far? And what do you know about firing bricks? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; Different types of brick firing kilns; Carbon…
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Think Brick with Catherine Rush
Catherine has 33 years of experience in Landscape Architecture practice, in Australia and overseas. Catherine's strength lies in design generation and in setting the creative direction for Rush Wright's projects. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Catherine Rush have...
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TechTalk: How Bricks Are Made - Part 2
Part Two of the Brick Manufacturing Process! What do you know about shaping and drying bricks? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; The process of shaping bricks and the different types; Glazing that is applied to cut bricks…
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Think Brick with Debbie Ryan
Debbie Ryan is the owner of McBride Charles Ryan (MCR). MCR has completed many state, national and international award-winning projects over the past years. MCR works on a wide range of project types, where each project explores the tension between the program, local tradition and…
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TechTalk: How Bricks Are Made - Part 1
Bricks are around us everyday, but have you ever stopped to think about how they're made? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; Different types of clays used in brick manufacturing; Chemicals and compounds in clay and how this...
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Think Brick With Claire Black
University of Queensland student, Claire Black, recently won our Think Brick Student Prize, awarded to a master of Architecture student for the best use of bricks, blocks or roof tiles in a design studio. We are proud to have been able to get Claire's thoughts and opinions about bricks, and the…
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TechTalk: Brick Paving Around your Pool
Brick paving around your pool, not only looks great due to the colours not fading and the durability of the material but they are also very easy to clean! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; Considerations when paving with…
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Think Brick with Noel Whittaker - Part Two
Noel Whittaker is an international bestselling author, finance and investment expert, radio broadcaster, newspaper columnist and public speaker. He is one of the world's foremost authorities on personal finance. In Noel's early career, he worked in various financial services jobs in Brisbane as a...
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TechTalk: Brick Walling Systems
Australia has one of the most diverse climates, with each state boasting a multitude of extremes. Have you ever wondered which states used which brick walling types? In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Engineering Team Lead, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; The types of walling…
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Think Brick with Aaron Peters
Aaron Peters has contributed articles to a number of architectural publications and led design studios at The University of Queensland and Bond University. Vokes and Peters is currently working on a number of residential, commercial and institutional projects across Australia as well as running…
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Think Brick Australia represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Australia.We aim to inspire contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape.Think Brick Australia continually produce new and updated technical information and industry guidelines for the greater construction community. Facilitating open discussions and interviews with leading industry representatives, Think Brick Australia's podcast series is an accessible one-stop-shop for anything brick and construction-related in Australia.Think Brick Podcast Website - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/PodcastsThink Brick Australia Technical Resources - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Technical/Manuals/technical-manuals
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