Better Buildings For Humans

Jan 29 2025 71 ep. 39 mins 4
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Welcome to the BBFH podcast. More often than not, when we think about health and wellness, our thoughts turn to diet and exercise. However, most of us spend two-thirds or more of our day inside buildings. The quality of the environment in those buildings has been proven to have a dramatic impact on our well being and our productivity, both at work and at home. There is little discussion about this in the mainstream media. It’s time to start a public dialogue about how we are affected by the buildings where we live, work and play. Thanks for listening! https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/

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Blurring Boundaries: How Modern Design Challenges Tradition – Ep 72 with Brian MacKay-Lyons and Doug Milburn

Jan 29 2025 34 mins  
In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski is joined by co-host Dr. Doug Milburn, founder and chairman of Advanced Glazing, and the renowned architect Brian MacKay-Lyons, often celebrated as the "poet of place." Together, they explore the transformative power of architecture to harmonize with local landscapes while addressing universal human needs

The Hidden Cost of Poor Design in Healthcare Spaces – Ep 70 with Roger Wilkerson

Jan 21 2025 39 mins  
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Designing for Healing—Neuroaesthetics, Biophilia, and Beauty in Buildings – Ep 69 with Mahwish Syed

Jan 14 2025 43 mins  
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Healing Through Design: The Bold Promise of Neuroarchitecture – Ep 67 with Yohany Albornoz

Dec 17 2024 41 mins  
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Cracking the TEDI Code: The Metric That’s Disrupting Sustainable Design – Ep 66 with Alejandra Menchaca

Dec 10 2024 38 mins  
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Are Schools Failing Students? How Better Design Could Be the Solution – Ep 65 with Craig Schiller

Dec 03 2024 34 mins  
In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, Joe Menchefski is joined by Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHiPs). Together, they delve into the importance of creating high-performance schools that prioritize student and teacher well-being, productivity, and safety while addressing climate resilience. Craig shares his journey f

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Nov 27 2024 41 mins  
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Shattering Limits: How ‘Ideal’ Translucent Glazings Are Changing Architecture Forever – Ep 63 with Doug Milburn

Nov 20 2024 43 mins  
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Courtyards, Community, and Controversy: Rethinking Multifamily Living – Ep 62 with Frances Anderton

Nov 12 2024 37 mins  
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