Our Built Heritage

Alexis Nicolaidis
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This podcast is for anyone interested in historic buildings. This could be a traditional cottage, a Victorian terrace, a Georgian manor house or even a stately home. Whether it is listed or not, they are all special and interesting and part of Our Built Heritage. Each episode I will be talking to experts in their field who work in the heritage-built environment or own a traditional or listed property. We will be debunking myths, talking about how best to work with your traditional property and top tips.

  1. 5d ago

    S6. Ep 10. In conversation with Hannah Pallubinsky, Assistant Professor at Maastricht University.

    In this episode I am joined by Hannah Pallubinsky, Assistant Professor at Maastricht University where she co-leads the Thermoregulation and Metabolism research group. Hannah’s research focuses on how environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and air quality impact human physiology, health, and well-being. With particularly interest in how our bodies respond to indoor and outdoor environments, and how we can design healthier living and working spaces in the face of climate change. Hannah talks about how her research has influenced her views on the built environment and the relationship humans have with buildings and how the indoor environment influences our health plus the role old buildings play given the number that are in existence. Old buildings were designed to fit the needs of occupants and as designs have changed how much is considered about the health of the occupants’ vs the buildings aesthetics? We chat about the complications that mechanical ventilationcan have on a person if it were to fail. The impact an environment can have on your health and if we are not exposed to any variation in temperature it can result in a body not performing as it should and our bodies often get lazy. Biologically we are comfort seekers! Hannah shares how the research can feed into the builtindoor environment and make buildings more resilient for the future.  We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage.

    1h 5m

  2. Jun 3

    S6. Ep 9. In conversation with Mairi Claire Bowser, a Dundee born Production Buyer.

    In this episode I am joined by Mairi Claire Bowser, a Dundeeborn Production Buyer, currently based in the South of England. Mairi Claire has worked in the Film and TV industries across the UK since 2011, and has been actively engaged with, and has helped to lead movements for, environmentaljustice in relation to the screen sector since then. Mairi Claire shares her journey into film and TV productionand how the magic happens but also what does and doesn’t happen to props and set components and the challenges they face. We talk about sustainability and the carbon impact but alsothe social side and human equality aspects and how all these factors need to be a driving force in decision making. Mairi Claire talks about what it’s like to own a wikka mudhouse and the complexities and joy of owning such a unique property. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage. Link to the map Mairi Claire mentioned   Natural, Historic, Alternative & Sustainable Building& Renovation in the UK Resource Map https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1K3066GOUPYDTIACOU784arzJYhVnfI0&usp=sharing   Material Redistribution Map for the U.K Film & TVIndustries https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1U1gKn0ewMoy96HKB8xMdSulJxEuJO3E&usp=sharingc   https://www.mcbowser.com/

    1h 28m

  3. May 27

    S6. Ep 8. In conversation with Ellora Coupe Founder of Her Retrofit Space and Her Own Space.

    In this episode I am joined by Ellora Coupe Founder of HerRetrofit Space and Her Own Space, two interconnected member platforms empowering women to lead the UK’s home retrofit revolution. Ellora shares her journey from interior architecture andexposure to building sites at a young age thanks to her father. We talk about how she works with a client and the importance of understanding the client and what they need from their space to ensure the right solution is achieved whichmay mean reconfiguring a space rather than adding an extension. We also talk about seeing properties differently with more of a car mindset then how we often see a property which can be to its detriment. We chat about what you might consider when you areretrofitting a property and how misleading that word is. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage.

    1h 4m

  4. May 20

    S6. Ep 7. In conversation with John Hall, Director at Remedial Repair & Restoration.

    In this episode I am joined by John Hall, Director at Remedial Repair & Restoration where they help clients to seamlessly blend old and new brickwork whilst also offering restorationservices on all types and ages of properties. John shares where his interest in bricks came from and thejourney he went on which led him to starting his specialist business which includes supply and restoration of historic bricks including brick matching and paint removal. We talk about some of the projects he has worked on. We discuss the tinting process and how bespoke it is whichuses the porous properties of the bricks to achieve the results to ensure the colour is right for the building and the setting. FYI it is not painting bricks! John shares his thoughts on ivy, air bricks and letting abuilding breathe and how quickly stone can decay if it has a crack in it. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage.

    1h 3m

  5. May 13

    S6. Ep 6. In conversation with Aimée Felton, Director of Estates and Conservations at The Charterhouse.

    In this episode I am joined by Aimée Felton, Director of Estates and Conservations at The Charterhouse, a grade 17-acre estate. Aimée plays a critical role in delivering the strategy which promotes excellence in the care, conservation and stewardship of this magnificent former Carthusian monastery. Managing, presenting and developing the estate, to ensure the ongoing care of the residents, presentation of the estate to the public and excellence in built conservation. Aimée shares her career journey and how she started life as an architect and how her passion for heritage shaped the projects she worked on which then led her to being appointed Director of Estates and Conservations at The Charterhouse. We talk about her role at The Charterhouse and how the estate is used including as almshouses as well as venues for events and filming and photoshoots. We talk about the practical aspects of caring for a listed site and what that means when it comes to maintaining and adapting it to meet changing needs, especially when it comes to sustainability and aging populations. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage.

    50 min

  6. May 6

    S6. Ep 5. In conversation with Adam Hickey, Founder and Managing Director at Pinnacle Conservation.

    In this episode I am joined by Adam Hickey, Founder and Managing Director at Pinnacle Conservation. Pinnacle are passionate about construction, conservation and enhancing venerable and fragile buildings. They offer a holistic approach to the repair and conservation of historic buildings. As conservation specialists they enjoy challenges posed by the most obscure heritage conservation projects presented to them and tackle them with enthusiasm. Adam shares how he became passionate about heritage and exposure to older buildings on family holiday subconsciously played a part. We talk about the types of projects he has been involved in and the thought process that goes into it. Adam shares his thoughts on the north south variation when it comes to the availability of projects and routes into the industry. We talk about the joy and magic of working on older properties and how tangible history is. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes and misconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on a project and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you can share Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness on our built heritage.

    1h 1m

  7. Apr 29

    S6. Ep 4. In conversation with Ruth Wightman, founder of Peak Project Solutions.

    In this episode I am joined by Ruth Wightman, founder of Peak Project Solutions where she helps architects, contractors, and specifiers across the UK deliver projects that are practical, buildable, sustainable and visually compelling. Part of Ruth’s offering is to source bricks and masonry that blend seamlessly with the existing building which can often be a planning condition when working on listed buildings and buildings in a conservation area. Ruth shares her journey and the array of roles she hasundertaken which led her to establish company. It is incredibly inspiring to hear! We talk about the projects Ruth has been involved in and howthey source, match and tint bricks to suit the clients and building’s needs and the importance of conservation and repurposing materials. Ruth describes what may happen when a building is demolished or there is over ordering/waste on a site and how in some cases change needs to happen and a more joined up approach. We also discuss the usual challenges, common themes andmisconceptions working in the heritage sector along with top tips when working with an older property. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness on our built heritage.

    1h 1m

  8. Apr 22

    S6. Ep 3. In conversation with Karen Haller FRSA, a global expert in Behavioural Design and Colour Psychology.

    In this episode I am joined by Karen Haller FRSA, a global expert in Behavioural Design and Colour Psychology. Shehelps businesses and design professionals use colour and design to support mental health, enhance well-being, and create positive, nature-aligned change. Karen consults and collaborates with companies looking for innovative solutions to social problems who seek new ways of improving the human experience in balance with nature. Her clients included architectural and design practices and leading global brands. She has helped hundreds of design professionals aroundthe world to deepen their knowledge of colour through her sought-after colour and design psychology courses and mentoring programmes. Karen is the author of The Little Book of Colour as well as being an in-demand media commentator,international speaker and awards judge. Karen shares her journey and how she became a colour phycology expert and how colour is more than how colour is placed around the colour wheel. Colour phycology is about how colour influences how we think, how we feel and how we behave based on a colour in isolation but also the combination of colours.   We talk about how colours have changed and how purple meant death if it was used by anyone else but Julius Caesar as he deemed it exclusively his to use. How the materials that made the paint often resulted in what was deemed exclusive to the rich and whether it was affordable until acrylic paint was invented along with synthetic dyes producing the results of the more expensive materials however that may result in a level of toxicity that is not seen in the natural world when using natural pigments. We discuss considerations when applying colour and appropriateness of materials and the context of the setting whilst also addressing how we feel in the space considering peoples behaviours. We talk about trends and how it is not a new thing and it can be driven by scarcity like purple or the availability of it when purple becomes widely available. Human nature to belongand feel like we are part of it and trends plays into this. We chat about heritage colours in a heritage context and how it can impact how you feel. Along with how people’s decor can be driven by how much external stimulation people areexposed to which was heightened during COVID when people could not leave their home which resulted in more colour or in some cases less colour being used tosupport their wellbeing. It will be an interesting listen for anyone embarking on aproject and is looking for some guidance and anyone generally interested in older properties. If you liked what you heard it would be great if you canshare Our Built Heritage with anyone else you think will find it interesting and also subscribe so that you know when the next episode has been released. It would be amazing if we between us can raise awareness onour built heritage. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_haller_colour Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenHallerColourAndDesign LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenhaller   WEBSITE DETAILS Consulting https://karenhaller.com Free design industry e-book https://karenhaller.com/free-10-myths-ebook   Colour & Design courses https://karenhaller.com/courses  Little Book of Colour https://thelittlebookofcolour.com  Free first chapter https://thelittlebookofcolour.com/free-chapter

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This podcast is for anyone interested in historic buildings. This could be a traditional cottage, a Victorian terrace, a Georgian manor house or even a stately home. Whether it is listed or not, they are all special and interesting and part of Our Built Heritage. Each episode I will be talking to experts in their field who work in the heritage-built environment or own a traditional or listed property. We will be debunking myths, talking about how best to work with your traditional property and top tips.

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  • Creator
    Alexis Nicolaidis
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Alexis Nicolaidis
  • Show Website
    Our Built Heritage