Building Design, Prime Time
We are building designers from Prime Design. We created the Building Design, Prime Time podcast, to provide valuable information for anyone looking to undertake a new build or extension project. We share our tips, tricks and stories from a building designer's perspective.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 105
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
E85. What is a building envelope and how can it affect my block?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the complexities of building envelopes and how they impact your home design. We discuss key regulations, includi…
E84. What happens when you suspect non compliant works during your build?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia tackle a scenario no homeowner wants to face—what happens if you suspect your builder is not complying with regulations du…
E83. Can I do this without a permit?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia are joined by special guest Tahleah, a building designer, to explore the often-complex world of home renovations, building …
E82. Ventilating the roof, walls and floor of a home
In this episode, Frank and Amelia dive into the crucial yet often overlooked topic of home ventilation. With changes to the National Construction Code and Bushfire Code, many modern homes are now so …
E81. Creating teenage retreats in your home
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into planning and creating spaces to accommodate teenagers and the changing needs of families and what to consider to…
E80. Considerations for the ultimate shack or holiday home
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the art of creating the perfect getaway spot, whether it’s a shack, a shed at the beach, or a holiday home. Join…
E79. Our shock award win and our story on how we got there
In this special episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, we celebrate Prime Design’s incredible achievement of winning the Practice of the Year Award at the 2024 Building Design Associatio…
E78. Treating human waste
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia explore the complexities of wastewater treatment systems, particularly for rural properties and holiday homes. Join Amelia…
E77. Bridging the gap between designers, clients and professionals during the design process with Darren Evans and Chris Knierim
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, were on location in Hobart for the Building Designers, Association of Australia Trade night as part of the annual national conference held …
E76. Cross laminated timber construction with special guest Ken Slamet from The Rubix Collective
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, we dive into the world of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)—an innovative, sustainable building material revolutionising the construction indust…
E75. Tap Fittings by Nero Tapware with special guest Clint from Nero
In this podcast episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia continue interviews at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) National Festival of Design at the …
E74. James Hardie cladding with special guest Luke Cheung
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia were on location at the 2024 Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) trade show where professionals in the indu…
E73. Weathertex Cladding with special guest Vanda from Weathertex
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Amelia and Frank were on location at Wrest Point Convention Centre in Hobart at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) Fest…
E72. Don't buy a block of land without checking these things first
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the hidden challenges of buying land and navigating the building process. Whether you're purchasing your dream b…
E71. What position should my house and rooms go on my block?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Frank and Amelia dive into the often-overlooked constraints that can significantly impact your building design and site orientation and wha…
E70. Navigating your design brief
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast hosts Amelia and Frank introduce the importance of design briefs, explaining that a design brief serves as a blueprint for clients to clearl…
E69. What happens when someone objects to the development on your property?
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia discuss the challenges property owners face when neighbours object to developments on their property.
Frank and Amelia exp…
E68. Questionable design trends
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast Frank and Amelia take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about a variety of past questionable design trends, highlighting both their appe…
E67. Loans and funding your home (Part 2) with guests Carrie and Kirsty from Uploans
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast we’re joined once again by special guests Carrie and Kirsty from Uploans, alongside Prime Design's own Frank and Amelia. Together, they tac…
E66. Loans and funding your home (Part 1) with guests Carrie and Kirsty from Uploans
In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, we’re joined by special guests Carrie and Kirsty from Uploans, to join the regular duo Frank and Amelia.
Kirsty and Carrie highlight key ar…