Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 467)

Our guest this episode is Ian Rudolph talking about regenerative design, training and qualifying as an Architect, insurance and much more.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• De-construction materials as waste in the wrong space
• De-construction rather than demolition
• 60% of UK waste generated by construction
• Actual regenerative projects

And much more…….

More on Ian

Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-rudolph-9396a512/

Marks Barfield Architects: https://marksbarfield.com/

Marks Barfield Architects Circular Economy Explainer: https://marksbarfield.com/projects/beyondsustainability/

22 Baker Street case study: https://marksbarfield.com/projects/22-baker-street/

Oasis Nature Building Case Study: https://marksbarfield.com/oasis-nature-building/

The Lantern Case Study: https://marksbarfield.com/projects/the-lantern-75-hampstead-road/

Bio

Ian Rudolph BA (Hons) Arch, Dip (Hons) Arch ARB RIBA, is a Director at Marks Barfield Architects in London UK. A qualified architect since 1995, Ian began his career in Germany designing energy efficient mass-timber buildings. Today, he oversees a talented team delivering bespoke, low-carbon projects across the UK and internationally.

Marks Barfield Architects, winner of over 100 awards, works across education, arts, culture, workplace, residential, and infrastructure sectors, advancing sustainable and circular design principles. Previously, Ian led major projects at Sheppard Robson, including Santander’s London HQ and research facilities for Imperial College London, GSK, and MRC. His focus now is on integrating regenerative design into every facet of architectural practice

Our guest this episode is Steve Apter talking about Fire event response, FLS, risk mitigation, a life in public service, working on mega projects and much more.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• Red Sea Global
• Challenging building design assumptions
• Role of the fire fighting service
• The Grenfell tragedy

And much more…….

More on Steve

Steve on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-apter-qfsm-msc-hfinstr-46576038/

AESG: https://aesg.com/

Bio

Steve Apter QFSM, MSc, HFInSTR is an internationally recognized emergency management leader and keynote speaker with over 31 years of service in UK Fire and Rescue Services. He served as Chief Fire Officer of the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service and Deputy Commissioner of the London Fire Brigade, where he led counter-terrorism response capabilities and advised UK government ministers during some of the UK's most consequential incidents including the Grenfell Tower fire. Steve was awarded the Queen's Fire Service Medal (QFSM) in the 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours for exemplary leadership.

Since retiring from operational service in 2021, Steve has served as strategic advisor to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's national resilience framework and as Director of Response for the Red Sea Global Fire and Rescue Service. Steve currently a Fire Operations Consultant with AESG and a Senior Associate at the UK Resilience Academy.

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Our guest this episode is Max Farrell talking about urban sustainability, city making and much more.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• Smart cities
• Urban observatories
• Post modernism and post, post modernism
• “the work of many hands”

And much more…….

More on Max

Max on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-farrell-83561019/

LDN Collective: https://ldn-collective.com/

Bio

Max Farrell is Founder & CEO of the LDN Collective, a network of built environment specialists fighting to improve people’s lives and the planet’s prospects. Members are experts in placemaking & urban design; social value & co-design; branding & communications. They are a dynamic and collaborative ‘one stop shop’ for projects anywhere in the world.

Max’s expertise lies in urban planning & strategic communications. He was a Partner at Farrells for 10 years, the internationally renowned architects with offices in London, Hong Kong and Shanghai, before leaving to set up the LDN Collective in 2019. He was recently elected President of LAI Land Economics Society (London chapter); appointed Non Exec Director for Wild Streets, the world’s first augmented reality app for urban greening; Chair of Built Environment Policy for West London Business; Fellow of the RSA (Royal Society of Arts, Manufacturing & Commerce); Chair of Cultural Co-Location for Creative Estuary, part of the Thames Estuary Production Corridor.

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Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 464)

Our guest this episode is Asit Kumar Mishra talking about built environment research, ASHRAE 55 and IEQ.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• IEQ & Human centric design
• “Battling the forces of evil”
• ASHRAE 55
• IEQ & building Code

And much more…….

More on Asit

Asit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asitk/

Bio

Asit is a research fellow at University College Cork, Ireland. He specializes in occupant-centric design for building indoor climates, integrating human factors and actions with behavioral interventions to create healthier, more sustainable buildings. Asit’s research focuses on understanding human-building interactions and developing evidence-based solutions that optimize both occupant well-being and building performance.

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Quality, Consequences and the Construction Industrial Complex (part 463)

Our guest this episode is David Holtzclaw talking about Bill McQuade talking about ASHRAE, IEQ, non- linear career paths and much more.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• ASHRAE’s impact world wide
• IEQ
• The cost savings of aging in place and the relationship to wellbeing
• The importance of learning what you do not want to do

And much more…….

More on Bill

• Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mcquade-a54b749/
• ASHRAE: https://www.ashrae.org/
• Baltimore Aircoil Company: https://baltimoreaircoil.com/

Bio

Bill McQuade P.E., LEED AP, CDP, Fellow ASHRAE has spent over 32 years working in the HVAC&R industry in various roles. He is Global Vice President for Government Affairs and Sustainability at the Baltimore Aircoil Company. In that capacity, he is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with regulators, legislators, associations, and societies and he leads the development and implementation of the company's global ESG strategy. Previously to that, he was Vice President of Sector Services at the Air Conditioning Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and he worked for 26 years for the York International/Johnson Controls organization in various roles.

Throughout his career, he has been a very active member of our global industry. In the ASHRAE Society, he is the current Society President. Over the years, he Chaired various councils and committees and chaired the subcommittee that developed the 2019-2024 ASHRAE Strategic Plan.

A regular attendee of UN climate and ozone meetings, he has provided input to the US, EU, and Indian governments regarding ozone and climate regulation and legislation.

Bill is Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, a LEED AP, and a Certified Decarbonization Professional, He an ASHRAE Fellow (2013) and received the ASHRAE Exceptional Service Award in 2023. During his career, he has been awarded 22 U.S. and International patents.

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Our guest this episode is David Holtzclaw talking about building science and building envelope commissioning.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• State of play of current USA building envelop / façade design and construction
• BECx as risk management
• Being one of Roberts’ minions
• Failing while having 3 university degrees
• Being a consultant to consultants

And much more…….

More on David

David on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-david-holtzclaw-1364b35/

David's Website http://www.transductiontechnologies.com/

Bio

David is Licensed Professional Engineer and Chief Geek at Transduction Technologies. David is a practitioner providing BECx, energy modeling, design work, problem solving, writing field testing protocols, and data analysis. He is an adjunct professor in the mechanical engineering department at the University of Nebraska.

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Our guest this episode is Dr. Marwa Zaatari talking about ASHRAE, IEQ, building systems controls technology and generating solutions not doubt.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• How small changes can lead to big wins
• How we have more knowledge than ever yet less applied capabilities
• How built environment solutions need to balance Cost Vs IEQ Vs Energy
• How actually doing the basics is still the best bang for your $’s

And much more…….

More on Marwa

Marwa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drzaatari/

Marwa on X: https://x.com/marwa_zaatari

Poppy website: https://www.poppy.com/

AirJoule website: https://airjouletech.com/

Bio

Dr. Marwa Zaatari is on a mission to “scrub off unsafe practices/products and ineffective solutions” and “generate answers that remove doubt.”.

Dr. Marwa Zaatari is Chief Engineer for Poppy, a Board Member for AirJoule. And a global leader in building science and HVAC technology. Shaping industry standards, she is Vice Chair of ASHRAE Standard 62.1, Chair of Risk Modeling for ASHRAE 241, ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force member, and a Distinguished Lecturer. She is also Vice Chair of the US Green Building Council (USGBC LEED) Board of Directors.

Our guest this episode is Elisabeth Montgomerie talking about regenerative design, environmentalism and the built environment.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• “Hygge” (Google it)
• Adaptation
• Biophilic design
• UK Net Zero Standard

and much more…….

More on Elisabeth

Elisabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-montgomerie/

Website: https://aesg.com/

Bio

Elisabeth Montgomerie is a Chartered Engineer, a Chartered Environmentalist and a Sustainability leader. Elisabeth has a track record of transforming sustainability practices and driving impactful purpose-led projects. She has developed and implemented sustainability strategies and tools, significantly enhancing professional practices’ environmental impact.

Elisabeth is passionate about leading responsible business practices, fostering professional development, and delivering measurable sustainability outcomes. Her goal is to create transformative impact and achieving commercial objectives through sustainable and innovative solutions.