Increased productivity through modular, serial construction
Serial construction is not just a key solution to solving many construction and supply chain challenges – it’s…
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How Can Designers be Drivers of Truly Affordable Housing?
Affordable Housing Needs To Be Driven By Our Designers I believe the key to designing truly affordable housing…
Insulation Strategy on Matt’s Self-Build : The Risinger Build Ep.15
Today Matt’s discussing his insulation strategy and choices he made on his own self-build project. Matt explores his…
Building Industry 2025 – My Forecast and Hopes
Building Industry 2025 – The Challenge Continues That’s my prediction for many countries still struggling to build affordably,…
My Building Industry Insights From 2024
What did the building industry look like in 2024? What did I learn, what was great, and what wasn't so great? Let's reflect on what many have called the worst year for the construction and building industries since the Global Financial Crisis of 2007/8.
When Samsung Gets It Wrong – Samsung Bespoke Review
Reviewing Samsung's Bespoke fridge freezer range reminds me that embarking on a kitchen renovation can be both exciting and challenging in equal measure - especially when it comes to selecting the right appliances.
What House Roofing Should You Choose – The Risinger Build Episode 14
What house roofing do you choose for your build? Do you choose for appearance, durability, maintenance, cost, or a combination thereof?
From Power Cuts to Power Houses – The Case For Designing Highly Energy Efficient Homes With Perovskites Solar Panels
Perovskites Solar Panels are here, and they’re transforming the renewable energy market. Designing our houses for high energy…
The Risinger Build: Episode 13 – Exterior Cladding and Trim
Cladding and trim is the focus today on Matt's own house build. Matt discusses the process of installing Hardie Artisan cladding/sidings, focusing on aspects like cornice framing, vented soffits, and the creation of a rain screen system for durability and good water drainage.
Building Airtightness & Control Layers – The Risinger Build Ep. 12
Today, on The Risinger Build, we’re tackling one of the most overlooked yet essential elements of high-performance home…