Podcast
Concrete Conversations
Hosted by CMAA · EN
Concrete Conversations is your one-stop shop for technical information, architecture and design methodologies using concrete blocks and pavers.
In this podcast, we interview architects, landscape designers, engineers and other experts in the field to provide the latest construction & building industry updates and exciting stories of our special guests.
Presented to you by the Concrete Masonry Association of Australia, this podcast explains why the above-mentioned materials are the best on the block.
If you're a building professional, aspiring student, architect, designer or homeowner, this podcast is for you! We study the Australian Standards, case studies and building guidelines to deliver key points in a quick and digestible way.
From paving and breeze-blocks to brutalism and the national codes. Give it a go! Tune in to Concrete Conversations!
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Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Weatherproofing
Apr 12, 202300:06:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover everything to do with weatherproofing and Concrete Masonry. In this episode your host, Cathy Inglis our acting CEO and our Technical team member Jack Wang discuss; Why weatherproofing is important; What happens when you don't weatherproof; How to weatherproof concrete masonry; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Technical Manuals Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →School of Block - Masonry Walling Systems
Mar 27, 202300:08:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the different types of masonry walling systems used in engineering. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our Technical team member Jason McKenzie cover; The difference between single skin and solid concrete masonry walls; Concrete veneer walls and how it is the best system for thermal performance; Reverse Concrete masonry veneer walling systems; Cavity concrete masonry; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Technical Manuals AS 3700 Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Architectural Walling Systems
Mar 20, 202300:10:02Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover how different types of masonry walling systems are designed. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The common types of architectural walling systems used and how they are designed; Hit and miss walls and their purpose as a structural and aesthetic feature; The different types of curved walls and how each wall is designed; The different walling systems designed for aesthetic purposes such as stackbonding and textured walls (Corbelling); and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Technical Manuals AS 3700 Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Fireproofing of Concrete Masonry
Mar 13, 202300:12:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits of concrete masonry as a an efective fireproofing material across all types of residential and commerical structures. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our engineering team member, Nicholas Bannigan cover; How Concrete Masonry works best as a fireproofing material; Nature of bushfires in Australia and the contributing factors behind them; Fire Resistance levels of concrete masonry; Fireproofing methods; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Technical Manuals Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →Concrete Conversations: School of Block - Block colours and finishes
Feb 7, 202300:08:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover all the different types of colours and finishes for concrete masonry. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre with our special guest, Michael Koungras Senior Structural Engineer cover; The different colours produced in concrete masonry; The prime determinants of colour in concrete masonry; How different finishes are produced; The types of face units including plain face, split face, honed face and shotblast units and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Technical Manuals Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →School of Block - Concrete Masonry in Recycled Materials
Jan 31, 202300:26:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode on the Concrete Conversations Block Series, we cover the benefits and process behind using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks. Using recycled materials in the manufacturing of concrete bricks has major benefits when it comes to sustainability by reducing the amount of waste products that are destined for landfill. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, William Stewart Sales and Marketing Manager from Natural Brick co, cover topics such as; William's experience in Kenya and Uganda learning about how people adapt to a culture of sustainability; The passion behind handcrafting sustainable masonry at Natural Brick co; Wood Stone as a sustainability masonry material; The manufacturing processes behind sustainable bricks; Product benefits and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Natural Brick Co Wood Stone Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →School of Block - Concrete Block sizes
Jan 30, 202300:07:19Tap to summarizeConcrete masonry comes in many different shapes and sizes. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Matthew Ching, cover topics such as; How concrete blocks are classified; The coding system; Types of concrete blocks; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @adbrimasonry on Instagram
Transcribe →School of Block - Masonry Codes and Standards (NCC)
Jan 18, 202300:15:29Tap to summarizeIn the concrete masonry industry, there are guidelines and provisions to ensure masonry construction results in a safe, durable, and appropriate product. This is done by following construction codes and standards such as the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards documents. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Jack Gill, cover topics such as; NCC 2019 and 2022; ABCB Housing Standard; AS3700, AS4773 and AS4455; Our own in-house manual MA55; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
Transcribe →School of Block - Benefits of Concrete Masonry
Jan 10, 202300:09:15Tap to summarizeConcrete masonry has been a material of choice within the architectural and construction world for years. It provides one of the best returns on your construction investment and has been known as a strong and durable material throughout the ages, being used in Ancient Egyptian pyramids, Greek temples, Roman cities, and the Great Wall of China. In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre, and special guest, Matthew Ching, cover topics such as; Sustainability benefits from thermal mass including heating and cooling; Recyclability of concrete masonry units; Aesthetic applications of concrete masonry; Concrete masonry acoustic superiority; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: CMAA MA55 Masonry Benefits Architectural Masonry Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook Follow @adbrimasonry on Instagram
Transcribe →A Concrete Conversation with Stuart Holmes
Sep 20, 202200:22:43Tap to summarizeStuart Holmes studied at Deakin University and completed his Bachelor of Architecture with Honours in 1995. Since then he has gained extensive experience in institutional, commercial and residential architecture and has worked variously as a sole practitioner, collaborator and project architect. An avid traveller, Stuart seeks a holistic understanding of architecture and culture, and a rounded understanding of place. In this episode, your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Stuart Holmes, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as; Growing up in Victoria; How different experiences shaped his career path; Some must-see international architecture; His award-winning project, Wabi Sabi; and much more... This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 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: Wabi Sabi Think Brick Awards Social & Links Follow @cmaaaus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook
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