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Think Brick Australia

Think Brick Australia represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Australia. We aim to inspire contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape. Think Brick Australia continually produce new and updated technical information and industry guidelines for the greater construction community. Facilitating open discussions and interviews with leading industry representatives, Think Brick Australia’s podcast series is an accessible one-stop-shop for anything brick and construction-related in Australia. Think Brick Podcast Website - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Podcasts Think Brick Australia Technical Resources - https://www.thinkbrick.com.au/Technical/Manuals/technical-manuals
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Top 10 Think Brick Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Think Brick episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Think Brick for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Think Brick episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Think Brick - Think Brick with Suzannah Waldron
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11/21/22 • 22 min

Suzannah Waldron co-founded Searle x Waldron Architecture in 2007, a small Melbourne based practice that specialises in doing public works. She is particularly interested in small projects and how they can be connected to the larger urban context. The practice has worked in several high profile civic, cultural and education precincts. Our built work investigates material specificity and explores a contemporary approach to altering existing buildings and contexts.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Suzannah Waldron, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as:

  • Growing up in Canberra;
  • The beginnings of Searle x Waldron Architecture;
  • Why she loves designing with brick;
  • Her experience with the Think Brick Awards;
  • Award-winning Joyce Chapel Bridge;
  • 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:

Searle x Waldron Architecture

Think Brick Awards

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Follow @sxwarchitecture on Instagram

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Monique Woodward
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10/24/22 • 27 min

Monique Woodward is a founding director of WoodWoodWard (WOWOWA) Architecture. WOWOWA is a studio with a uniquely Australian approach to architecture, established in collaboration with Scott Woodward in 2010. In describing its architectural practice, WOWOWA says that its studio is all about “creating meaningful, contemporary, idea- based civic spaces that are socially useful and publicly generous.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Monique Woodward, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as:

  • Growing up in the construction industry through her father;
  • The beginnings of WOWOWA;
  • Why she loves working with brick;
  • Her experience with the Think Brick Awards;
  • All about Nightingale Housing;
  • 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 Architecture

Think Brick Awards

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Follow @wowowaarch on Instagram

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Daniel Aisenson
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10/09/22 • 29 min

With 25 years of professional experience in Argentina, the UK and Australia, Daniel plays a key role on the design front at With Architecture Studio (With Studio), being actively involved in early conceptual stages and design reviews for projects across all typologies. Throughout his career at With Studio, Daniel developed an expertise on the master planning, design and delivery of educational infrastructure.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Daniel Aisenson have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as:

  • Growing up in Argentina with a family of architects;
  • His experience working and travelling overseas;
  • Why he chooses to work with brick;
  • Award-winning project, Kiara College;
  • 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:

With_Architecture Studio

Think Brick Awards

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Follow @with_architecturestudio on Instagram

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Cameron Bruhn
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05/03/22 • 33 min

Cameron Bruhn is the Dean and Head of School – School of Architecture, The University of Queensland. He is a writer, editor, curator and advocate for architecture, landscape architecture and interior design. In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Cameron Bruhn have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as:

  • His upbringing and how his family shaped his career;
  • His path from writing his first article to becoming an editorial director for Architecture Media;
  • The re-emergence of brick in architecture;
  • Some advice for young architects;
  • His thoughts on the role of an architect in the future;
  • 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.

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The University of Queensland

Architecture Media

MMXX

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Jeremy Edmiston
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09/06/21 • 38 min

Jeremy Edmiston is the founding principal of System Architects a research and design practice that seeks to re-evaluate the relationship between inside and outside environments. Originally from Sydney, Australia, he moved to the U.S. when he won Fulbright, Harkness and Byera Hadley scholarships.

In this episode, your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Jeremy Edmiston, have an intriguing conversation which covers topics such as;

  • Growing up in Brisbane, QLD;
  • The influence Brisbane had on Jeremy's venture into architecture;
  • Winning scholarships;
  • Unhistoric Townhouse Project;
  • Studying at the University of Technology Sydney, then traveling to America to study further;
  • His passion for designing for the environment;
  • Where Jeremy's love of bricks came from;
  • 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.

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Unhistoric Townhouse Project

System Architects

Brisbane Australia

Fulbright Scholarship

Harkness Fellowship

Think Brick Awards

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Simon Rodrigues
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06/01/23 • 14 min

Simon Rodrigues, director at Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects and has worked across a range of residential, commercial and retail projects. Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects is a highly visible and accessible small practice studio with experience, ability, resources and focus to deliver a wide range of architectural building typologies.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Simon Rodrigues, have an interesting conversation which covers topics such as:

  • His practice, studio and how they design architecture differently;
  • His upbringing and how it influenced his perspective on architecture;
  • Why he loves designing in brick and contribution to the Think Brick Awards over the years;
  • His project Leak Street, Peppermint Grove which made it to the top 40 in the Think Brick Awards 2021;
  • 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:

Rodrigues Bodycoat Architects

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Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Neil Cownie
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03/19/23 • 30 min

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

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Follow @neilcowniearchitect on Instagram

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Casey Bryant
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02/20/23 • 30 min

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

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Follow @trias.studio on Instagram

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Think Brick - TechTalk: Silica Dust Safety
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01/22/23 • 12 min

What is silica dust and why is it so important to learn about the importance of silica dust safety?

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and General Manager, Jack Gill, cover topics such as;

  • What silica dust is and what materials it is found;
  • The risks of silica dust and the different measures to control risks;
  • Why clay bricks and pavers have a significantly lower amount of silica dust compared to other materials;
  • 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

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Think Brick - Think Brick with Stephen Neille
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02/07/23 • 36 min

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

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Follow @neesonmurcuttneille on Instagram

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FAQ

How many episodes does Think Brick have?

Think Brick currently has 100 episodes available.

What topics does Think Brick cover?

The podcast is about Architecture, Art, Design, Podcasts, Education, Arts and Engineering.

What is the most popular episode on Think Brick?

The episode title 'TechTalk: Brick Paving Part 4' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Think Brick?

The average episode length on Think Brick is 22 minutes.

How often are episodes of Think Brick released?

Episodes of Think Brick are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Think Brick?

The first episode of Think Brick was released on Jun 7, 2021.

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