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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 pavements; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

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 archaeologist. She moved to Sydney in the late 1990s after studying English Literature and Fine Art in the UK. Claire studied at Loughborough University from 1991-1992, majoring in Art Foundation Studies and Fine Arts. She then studied at the University of Exeter and completed a Bachelor of Art (English Literature & Fine Art) in 1995. She studied at RMIT University from 2004-2007, earning a Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture) with First Class Honours. Whilst studying, she was the co-editor of Kerb, which is an annual, limited release, not-for-profit publication focussing on issues regarding the landscape, urbanism and architectural disciplines and discourses. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Working as the assistant to Senior Director, Games planning for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Coordination Authority (OCA) responsible for planning, urban development and management of the area and facilities for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games; Her time working at Oculus as a landscape architect in 2006, and her journey to becoming Associate Director in 2016; Her time as a guest Lecturer at RMIT and Chair of the RMIT Landscape Architecture Industry Advisory Committee from 2012 - 2014 and her involvement with The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) and many other committees; Her involvement on the project Joyce Chapel Bridge with Searle x Waldron which won the Bruce Mackenzie Landscape Award in the Think Brick Awards 2022; Her winning project, Arcadia Apartments for the Bruce Mackenzie Landscape Award in 2020; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: OCULUS Claire Martin Joyce Chapel Bridge The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

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; Working around utility pits and penetrations such as manholes with pavers; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in the episode: Think Brick Technical Factsheets Think Brick Technical Manuals Our Social Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook

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 practices dedicated to quality and design excellence through engaged client and stakeholder relationships. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Scott Woodward, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Setting up WOWOWA studio with Monique woodward; Their project Tiger Prawn - Horbury Hunt Residential Award finalist in 2018 Think Brick Awards projects: Merri Creek House and Ponds; How he brings his background in art and sculpture into his architectural work; Inhabiting the overlap between the tow worlds of architecture and art; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: WOWOWA Think Brick Awards Scott Woodward Monique Woodward Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

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 major Perth firm, where he was responsible for a range of project types including houses, interiors, multi-unit residences, commercial buildings, hospitality and mixed-use developments, many of them award-winning. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Neil Cownie, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Perth; His experiences working as a brickie's labourer; His advice for young and upcoming architects; How he found his way to architecture; High Commendation project '123 House'; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Neil Cownie Architect Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

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 to nightclubs, apartment towers, freeway infrastructure and just about anything in between. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Fooi Ling Khoo, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Malaysia; How her experiences at university inspired her career path; Working in Brisbane; The beginnings of OOF Architecture; Award winning 'Hello House'; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: OOF! Architecture Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @fooilingkhoo on Instagram

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 thoughtful, and more intentional with what we build." In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Casey Bryant, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Sydney; How his father, who was also an architect, inspired his career path; What it was like working with McBride Charles Ryan; The beginnings of TRIAS; High Commendation project, Curl Curl House; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: TRIAS Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @trias.studio on Instagram

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 interface between architecture, landscape and spatial perception. Stephen has taught at numerous universities across Australia and is currently an adjunct professor at the University of Technology, Sydney. He is a member of the NSW State Design Review Panel. Stephen is also the founder of art practice SURF. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, David Welsh, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: His life growing up in Perth How Stephen and Simon Pendal established Perth practice; His partnership with Neeson Murcutt Stephen's experience working as an artist; His project 'Hole in the roof house; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Neeson Murcutt + Neille Pendal and Neille Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @neesonmurcuttneille on Instagram

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 practice to work within a broad modernist sensibility without being constrained by any dogma of materials or austere functionality. David is a regular contributor to a range of design publications. He has contributed as a jury member to a number of awards programs and is currently an Australian Institute of Architects NSW chapter councillor. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, David Welsh, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Sydney; How he was exposed to architecture through studying art; His experience working in London and how this shaped his career; Why he loves to design with brick; Roof tiles and award-winning House with Tiles on It; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Welsh and Major Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @welshandmajor on Instagram

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 completed his master's degree in Architecture at QUT in 2014 while working at HEISE as a senior architect's assistant. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Jared Webb, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Brisbane; Working with Richards and Spence and HEISE; Why he chooses to design with brick; Award-winning Fish Lane; His new architecture studio, J.AR Office; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: J.AR Office Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @j.ar.office on Instagram

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 repercussions of architecture and the ideas that drive our cities, while maintaining a focus on context, landscape, memory and material. Chris is an active AIA member, undertaking a range of roles including former co-chair of the Medium Practice forum, previous member of the National Committee for Gender Equity, chairing the residential awards jury and mentoring in the AIA program. Chris also lectures and regularly speaks at university talks and events programs. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Chris Major, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Newcastle; The story behind award-winning Seagrass House; Why she loves to design with brick; The beginnings of Welsh and Major; Advice for young architects; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Welsh and Major Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @welshandmajor on Instagram

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 austerity environment of the late 1940s. In the 1960s, Stephen Trotter (Mark's father)'s emergence saw a new climatic based architecture. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Mark Trotter, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as: Growing up in Brisbane in a family of architects; His experience working for other practices outside of Fulton Trotter; All about roof tiles and the story behind award-winning San Damiano College; Why he chooses to design with brick and roof tiles; Advice for young architects; And much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in this episode: Fulton Trotter Architects QUT School of Architecture Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @ThinkBrickAustralia on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @fultontrotter on Instagram