In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia talk about sheds and carports and when you need a permit. Frank talks about the different categories of work that determines the level of risk and therefore when a permit is required or when you can erect the shed yourself without a permit. In addition, further discussions …

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about building in hazardous environments. Frank talks about various hazardous environments such as corrosive environments, landslip, bushfire prone areas and environments with high salinity. In this gripping episode of the Building Design Prime Time Podcast, Frank and …

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia delve straight into part 2 of Structural Engineering with special guest Andrew from RES Engineering who shares his experiences as a senior structural engineer. Please watch the previous episode to listen to part 1 with Andrew from RES Engineering as this episode (part 2 of …

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia welcome special guest Andrew from RES Engineering to talk all about his role as a Senior Structural Engineer and what elements impact how a home is engineered. Andrew shares some great insights about blocks that have had large levels of fill added to the site and how this c…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia discuss covenants and easements and how these can impact how you can develop the site, and what you can develop. Frank talks about covenants that can be hidden behind a title that can affect the development of the site. In addition, Frank and Amelia talk about why these fac…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia dive straight into part two, the final in this two part episode on Planning with our special guest and Town Planner, Mick Purves from Town Planning Solutions. In part 2, the final part of this episode Frank Amelia and Mick discuss the quality of the drawings required during…

We are excited to release our 50th episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. We were thrilled to have Mick Purves from Town Planning Solutions be part of our 50th episode to talk about his work from behind the planning desk as a Town Planner. Mick has over two decades of experience as a Town Planner. In this episode, Frank, Mick and Ameli…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about accessibility within the home. Frank shares a lot of personal experiences and challenges particularly when people within his own family have struggled with mobility. Frank and Amelia also go into some features and benefits of the Livable Housing Australia criteri…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia discuss a recent enquiry from a client about turning the lower storey of their large home into a flat. This thought provoking discussion raised a lot of questions about the difference between flats, granny flats, duplex and share houses. The conversation also delved into to…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia delve into the considerations on being an owner builder. Frank shares some stories with the good the bad and the ugly and even shares some more personal experiences of being an owner builder for his own home and the impact it had on him in terms of his education and how it …

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia discuss why and how it's important for your house to breathe. Frank shares his experiences on when houses cannot breathe and the implications. Frank discusses the National Construction Code (NCC) and how problems have occurred because some breathability aspects of a home ar…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia discuss when to use licensed professionals. Frank delves into the types of professionals in the building and construction industry that require a license in order to operate. Frank also shares his tips and tricks to find out if the professional you want to engage is license…

In this episode of the Building Design, prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia delve into the implications of changes that are made during the construction stage of building. Changes during construction can create a domino affect extending the time it takes to complete the build and the cost of the project. Frank share real accounts of when changes ha…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia delve straight into part two of the healthy homes podcast with Zara D'Cotta. In the previous episode we released part one of this two part series. Zara shares her thoughts and approach to healthy construction practices as well as how everyone can implement changes to have a…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia welcome special guest and Building Biologist Zara D'Cotta to talk about healthy homes. The podcast will be broken down into two bite sized episodes. Zara dives deep into healthy homes and shares her harrowing story of multiple cancer diagnoses and how it drastically changed…

There are so many decisions to make when you are designing a new home or even extending and renovating. There are so many materials and colour choices available that it could leave you feeling overwhelmed. In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia speak to special guest Tahleah who specialises in interior design. T…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about surprises that have come up during extensions and renovations. They delve into the creepy secret rooms behind walls, getting locked out of a room and the ancient dunny behind a wall. Frank also talks about common challenges that could arise when doing an extensio…

It's the age old question, how long does the process take to design and build a house? To answer this question, it's important to understand the individual steps involved. In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about each step involved in designing a new home to building a home. Frank talks about outside fa…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia deep dive into the pitfalls of building close to water. Some examples include estuaries or the sea. Frank shares his experience from projects that he has worked on. In addition, he lists the main differences in material choices for dwellings in highly corrosive environments…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia discuss some of the frequently asked questions that clients ask. Frank talks about sticking to your budget and aspects that can affect the cost of the build and how to address them as they arise. Amelia and Frank also discuss tips and tricks of what to look out for when wor…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode, Frank and Amelia discuss project homes. The discuss what project homes are and some of the benefits associated with building a project home as well as some of their limitations. Frank talks about the types of homes that are available as project homes and key aspects to look out fo…

Extending your home could be the ideal solution if you love the location of your home and you love your block. But what if there isn't enough room to extend out from the original home? Perhaps going up is an option? In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia weigh up the pros and cons of adding a second storey to yo…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast, Amelia and Frank discuss where the tipping point is between demolishing and starting over or simply modifying, renovating and extending the home. Frank and Amelia talk about the benefits and drawbacks of each and Frank delves into some real experiences with clients who have made the decisi…

In this episode Frank and Amelia talk about upgrading your home. There are loads of common upgrades that people do to their home and they can look fantastic. If they are done well they look great and serve their purpose well. However, not all upgrades are done well and it's important to be aware of things that could cause catastrophic problems to y…

Have you ever heard of the term change of use when it comes to buildings? What it means is the intended purpose for the building has changed. In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about the process of what you need to do if you are looking to change to intended use of a building. It might be a shed convert…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia talk about the current economic climate of housing and how it has affected the housing market, and building design and particularly within Tasmania. The past three years in particular have created a huge shift in the housing market and there was a flow on affect as a result…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode Frank and Amelia discuss the difference between an occupancy certificate and a completion certificate when you are building or extending you home. Frank highlights the huge problems that can occur when a completion certificate is not issues. Frank recalls a recent project where it …

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Amelia and Frank discuss how others can influence your design decisions and the flow-on effect of this happening at different stages of the design process. Frank and Amelia deep dive into real-life situations and what happened when Amelia provided some advice to a friend about their new hom…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia explore the intricate journey of altering your home design, starting from the initial concept to post-planning and permit stages. Join us as we uncover the ripple effect these changes cause, impacting so many other areas that may actually leave you with a delayed project a…

In this episode Frank and Amelia discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of transportable homes. These are popular options and given the cost of living these days, we can definitely understand why. What this episode delves into are the costly mistakes that are all too common. Frank and Amelia talk about the regulations around portable homes and wha…

In today's episode, Frank and Amelia take you on a journey through the wonderful world of outdoor spaces and alfresco areas. Whether you're a homeowner looking to spruce up your backyard or a professional architect seeking inspiration, this discussion has something for everyone. Frank and Amelia will delve into the art of designing outdoor spaces w…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia talk about external claddings. This week they deep dive into the different products available that significantly impact the overall aesthetic of the home. Most importantly, Frank lists some key features and benefits of each product and how trends have changed over time, and…

In this illuminating episode of Building Design Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia take you on a deep dive into the crucial world of property development through the lens of essential building reports. Navigating the intricacies of property development can be a daunting task, but armed with the right knowledge and understanding of various building…

Welcome to episode 23 of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! In this episode we jump straight into part 2 of last week's exhilarating podcast on building inspections. Once again Amelia and Frank, continue epic stories and expert advice from Wayne Gorman, a building inspector and thermal performance assessor. Be sure to check out part 1 first i…

Welcome to the Prime Time Podcast's latest episode on Building Design! Join Amelia and Frank, as they delve into the world of home inspections and thermal performance assessments with a special guest, Wayne Gorman. Wayne, an expert in the field, shares his wealth of insights, anecdotes, and invaluable advice for anyone in search of their ideal home…

Welcome to an enlightening episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast! Join Frank and Amelia as they host two extraordinary guests making waves in Architecture and Building Design: Trish Pickersgill, a Tasmanian building design guru, and Heather Morris, an accomplished Architect with a wealth of experience from New South Wales. In this epis…

Join your hosts, Frank and Amelia, as they delve into the dynamic world of building design and construction, exploring the remarkable transformations that have shaped our built environment. In this episode, Frank, an experienced Building Designer, and Amelia draw parallels between common trends of the past and their present-day counterparts. Throug…

In this episode, Frank and Amelia talk about building drawings and the importance of having quality building drawings that meet at least the minimum requirements. The is a gross misconception that engaging a designer or architect involves simply drawing a sketch of our house or extension to submit to council. This is so far from what is required! F…

Welcome to episode 18 of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode, Frank and Amelia welcome special guest Alicia, one of Prime Design's valued Building Design experts. In this episode, we'll dive into the ins and outs of building a granny flat on your property. We'll discuss the benefits of adding a granny flat, the different types …

Welcome to episode 17 of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode, Frank and Amelia talk about failed timber flooring. Frank shares some horror stories where homes have required significant work to rectify timber flooring that has failed. Timber flooring can fail due to a ton of reasons and Frank and Amelia delve into what happens w…

Welcome back to another episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode Frank and Amelia talk about the key differences between strata and subdivision on a property. Frank and Amelia discuss how time frames can differ and possible differences in cost for each option as well as the pros and cons of each option. About us Prime Des…

Welcome back to another episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast. In this episode we talk about design and building for steep sites and what you need to look out for including the best way to access your site, how steep sites could affect the cost of your build in terms of the design, drainage, service connections to your property and oth…

In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time podcast Frank and Amelia talk about choosing your perfect builder for your new build or extension project. We talk about the things to consider, timeframes and inclusions, and things to watch out for before you sign a contract with a builder. About us Prime Design is a building design company local…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia discuss choosing a block. We have seen time and time again people buying blocks of land that may have restrictions on them or cannot even be built on, simply because they didn't know what to look for and what to check. In this episode, Amelia and Frank discuss some of th…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia go back to the very beginning and discuss the reasons for starting a podcast about building design and the process surrounding it. Frank also dives right in and talks about 30 years in the industry and how Prime Design started back in 2004. About us Prime Design is a bui…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia welcome a special guest Toby who is a Thermal Performance Assessor. Toby explains ways to achieve the six star minimum energy requirements of a home and how this affects the heating and cooling of the home. Toby also discusses with Frank and Amelia the implications of a …

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia welcome a special guest Toby who is a Thermal Performance Assessor. Toby explains ways to achieve the six star minimum energy requirements of a home and how this affects the heating and cooling of the home. Toby also discusses with Frank and Amelia the implications of a …

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia talk about building sheds on your property. There are heaps items to unpack in this episode as Frank and Amelia discuss storage sheds for cars, caravans, motorbikes and more, livable sheds and even sheds for business purposes such as commercial kitchens or mechanics shed…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia talk about sustainable building using a cutting edge product called Cupolex. Special guest Tony from Cupolex in NSW talks about what Cupolex is and how it's revolutionising concrete slabs all around the globe. Most importantly, are the environmental benefits and provides…

Welcome to the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast! This week Frank and Amelia talk about units and small multi-residential dwellings. During this episode, Frank and Amelia talk about the types of blocks that may be suitable for building multiple dwellings as well as what costs and infrastructure implications there may be. If you are a small develo…