You’re listening to ‘Buildipedia’, the go-to podcast that helps Australians build the home of their dreams. By covering the entire journey, from buying your home through to design, building, selling and everything in between, we will help you fill in the blanks & bring your property visions to life!
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat sits down with Matt Hayson, Director of CobdenHayson, to unpack what’s really happening in today’s property market. They explore why some homes are flying while others are stuck, how the gap between A-...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat chats with Melissa Neighbour, Director at Sky Planning, about Sydney’s Fairer Future Plan and what it means for housing, density, and smarter city growth. They explore how evidence-based planning, rezo...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat talks with building designer and sustainability specialist Gionata Comacchio about his journey from the Dolomites in Italy to launching NININ Studio in Australia. Gionata shares the story behind his pr...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat talks with acclaimed architect Ian Moore about his path from New Zealand building sites to shaping world-class architecture. Ian recalls how a detour into engineering led to working on Norman Foster’s ...
Mat chats with structural engineer Andrew Derbidge from AD Consulting Engineers to unpack why the Australian construction industry is slow to adopt new building products and methods—and why some smart innovations don’t stick. They also b...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat sits down with leading Inner West real estate agent Matt Hayson for a timely look at the current property market—covering everything from election impacts and housing shortages to population growth, in...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat chats with Andy Shaw from Brickies Network about the changing face of bricklaying in Australia. Once the go-to choice for project homes, brickwork is now a high-end feature rather than the standard. An...
In this episode of Buildipedia, Mat chats with Philip North from PCN Urban—a certified planner, registered architect, and heritage expert. They explore the world of town planning, heritage consulting, and navigating complex NSW regulatio...
In this episode, Mat chats with Alan Kohler, Editor in Chief at InvestSMART and founder of The Constant Investor, to unpack the housing crisis and explore solutions. With decades of experience in finance and journalism, Alan dives into t...
In this episode, Mat speaks with Dr. James McIntosh, founder of LUTI Consulting, to discuss how transport infrastructure and urban renewal shape property markets and communities. Drawing on 25+ years of experience, Dr. James shares insig...
In this episode, Mat connects with developer Jan van der Bergh to explore the current state of the development and construction industry. They dive into key topics such as development costs, rezoning trends, compliance changes, and the o...
In this episode, Mat talks with Simon Croft, Chief Executive of Industry & Policy at the Housing Industry Association (HIA), about Australia’s current housing challenges. They discuss HIA’s role, the property market slowdown, ris...
In this episode, Mat speaks with architect Melonie Bayl-Smith LFRAIA AFHEA MAICD of Bijl Architecture together with Andrew Derbidge about the complexities of architectural practice and client relationships. They discuss understanding the...
In this episode, we’re joined by Melissa Neighbour from Sky Planning to uncover the reasons behind the differences in council and court DA approvals. Melissa breaks down the key factors that lead to council rejections, why some projects ...
In this episode, we explore alternatives to engineered stone with our guest, Madelina Kalpou from Smartstone. Madelina joins us to discuss Smartstone’s decision to transition away from silica-based products and embrace zero-silica, doubl...
In this episode, Mat delves into the challenges and considerations of green roofs, asking the central question: Are green roofs worth it? We're joined by Andrew Derbige, a structural engineer, to explore construction types, structural lo...
In this episode, we are thrilled to have Matt Hayson, a leading property sales agent and director of Cobden Hayson, a highly respected real estate agency. Matt shares his insights on the current state of the real estate market and on whe...
In this special episode of Buildipedia, we’re thrilled to reintroduce our platform with co-host Mat Wilk, director of Ballast Point Architects + Builders. Joined by professional journalist Angela Saurine, Mat will share the story of Buil...
In this episode, we tackle the essential topic of managing building cost escalation with expert Quantity Surveyor, Matt Saunderson, who specialises in architectural homes. Tune in for valuable insights on optimising your construction pro...
In our latest episode of Buildipedia, we're thrilled to welcome Anthony Burke, Professor of Architecture at the University of Technology Sydney and host/presenter for Restoration Australia, airing on the ABC /ABC i-view. He is also h...
Discover the exciting mix of buildings, technology, and real estate in this Buildipedia episode with David Esber, co-founder of EnvisionVR. Mat and David talked about why being clear and open is so important in today's real estate wo...
Join us in this episode of Buildipedia as we discuss the synergy between construction, skills, and migration in Australia with Vaibhav Patel, Director and Registered Migration Agent at Aussizz Group. Explore the demand for skilled labor,...
Join us for an engaging episode as we host Sharath Mahendran, creator of 'Building Beautifully' youtube channel. In this conversation, we explore the YIMBY movement's push for enhanced public transportation in Sydney, from th...
In our latest Buildipedia episode, we have a special guest, Melissa Neighbour, who serves as the Director and Principal Planner at Sky Planning. Melissa joins us to delve into the challenges and opportunities within the planning and deve...
In our latest Buildipedia episode, we're thrilled to have Andrew Derbidge, a top-notch Structural Engineer in Sydney. Join us as we talk about the ups and downs of structural engineering, like how some pros are better than others and...
In our latest episode of Buildipedia, we're thrilled to welcome a special guest – Murray Fredericks, one of Australia’s most renowned professional photographers. Tune in as we chat with Murray about how he conveys property stories th...
In our latest episode of Buildipedia, we are thrilled to feature Steven Griffiths, a Partner at Bartier Perry Pty Limited, renowned for his expertise in Environment & Planning as well as Local Government Law. With a nomination for la...
Welcome to the latest episode of Buildipedia! With a rich background as a property developer, podcast host, director at Prophecy Investing, educator, and author of the book 'Become a Million Dollar Property Developer: An insider'...
Welcome to Buildipedia! In this episode, we're privileged to have David Moses, the Managing Director of Horizon - Residential & Commercial Builders, as our industry expert guest. Join us as we explore the relationship between arc...
Welcome to the latest episode of Buildipedia! In this episode, we're delighted to have Fane Levy, Senior Credit Adviser at Shore Financial and an experienced finance professional, as our special guest. Fane is a trusted mortgage brok...
Welcome to the latest episode of Buildipedia! Our special guest is none other than Veronica Morgan, Principal of Good Deeds Property Buyers, and as a renowned property specialist in Sydney's inner ring, Veronica brings a wealth of kn...
Welcome to the latest episode of Buildipedia, where we explore the dynamic world of place visioning. In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Andrew Hoyne, the visionary Founder and Principal of Hoyne—a renowned agency specialis...
Welcome to the latest episode of Buildipedia, where we dive deep into the current state of the property market. Today, we have a very special guest joining us - Matt Hayson, a leading property sales agent and director of Cobden Hayson, a...
Welcome to today's episode of Buildipedia, where we have a special guest joining us. Caroline Pidcock, an architect and regenerator with a passion for biophilia and regenerative design. She has been involved in a diverse range of pro...
Welcome to today's episode of Buildipedia, where we have a very special guest joining us. James Rutherford, a highly experienced structural engineer from Structure in Rozelle, discussing the recent building collapse in SW Sydney. We&...
Welcome to our latest episode, where we've got a fantastic topic to dive into - contracts! We're thrilled to have Cian Brennan, the CEO of Quantum Contract Solutions, with us to share his insights. With extensive experience worki...
In this episode, we are going to introduce the Passive House building standard in the Australian context and why you should consider it for your home build project. We are lucky to have Certified Passive House Designer and an Accredited ...
In this episode, we will be talking about the Development Application process, commonly known as DA. The Development Application process is a crucial step in the development of any property and it can be a daunting task for many people. ...
In this episode, we'll be discussing a topic that's critical to the success of any building project: how to choose the right builder. Building a home is a huge investment, and by selecting the right builder, that can make all the differe...
In this episode, we will be delving into the intricacies of budgeting for a home build project. Tune in to understand the significance of budgeting and gain insights into various suggestions and tactics for estimating expenses, allocatin...
In this episode, we are really lucky to be joined by Daniel Beasly, a Director and Lead Architect from Stukel Architecture. Stukel Architecture specializes in providing creative and unconventional design solutions for various problems. L...
In this episode, we are sharing all of our cost saving tips and tricks for each phase of the building journey from planning through to design and construction. Listen on to learn about all the important money saving hacks to keep in mind...
In this episode, we are discussing the effects of price escalation in building costs due to an inflationary environment and what this means for our listeners looking to build in a post-COVID market with widespread material and labour sho...
In this episode, we are really lucky to be joined by Matt Hayson, a leading property sales agent and director of Cobden Hayson here in Balmain. Matt has almost 3 decades of local real estate experience and was the top performing sales ag...
In our first episode, we would like to introduce our co-host Mat Wilk! Mat is the director of Ballast Point Architects + Builders here in Balmain, Sydney. Having had more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Mat is a licensed bui...