What Do Spec Homes Dream Of?

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What Do Spec Homes Dream Of?

FromThe Building Science Podcast

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51 minutes

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Oct 26, 2018

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Join Kristof as he interviews Ben Broughton about the trends in
construction economics, job site processes, market dynamics, and the
ins-and-outs of quality.

Released:

Oct 26, 2018

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

If you're a human being and you live indoors, this podcast is more relevant to your life than you probably ever knew. Exploring the ways building science helps humans thrive in the built environment.

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Phase Change Materials: In this episode we explore the strange and wonderful phase change materials that just may alter the way we think about buildings. by The Building Science Podcast
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Why VRF Matters: Thanks to the generous support of Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating, we're proud to bring you this latest installment of The Building Science Podcast focused on VRF technology and why it's important. by The Building Science Podcast
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IEQ Series - Thermal Comfort With Robert Bean (Part 2): In the continuation of our Indoor Environmental Quality series, Kristof interviews Robert Bean in a 2 part series on thermal comfort. Robert Bean is an industry leading thinker and engineer. We think you're going to love this interview. by The Building Science Podcast
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