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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... more

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This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with builder, building biologist, and Synergy 360 founder Brian Johnson for a fascinating exploration of what it really means to create a home that supports human health. Drawing... more

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This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with science journalist and author Lynne Peeples for a fascinating exploration of our internal clocks—and the profound role that light and the built environment play in human hea... more

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This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with daylighting expert and architect Paul Rogers of ACC for a deep dive into the science, design, and human experience of natural light. Drawing on more than 15 years of special... more

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This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Will Gridley of Robert A.M. Stern Architects for a fascinating conversation about higher education design and the powerful ways classrooms shape how students learn. Drawing ... more

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Brian Johnson
Founder of Synergy 360, building biologist
Synergy 360
Episode: Your Home Meets Code — But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Healthy – Episode 153 with Brian Johnson
Lynne Peeples
Author and science journalist focused on circadian rhythms and environmental health
Author of The Inner Clock
Episode: We’ve Engineered Nature Out of Our Buildings — And Our Bodies Are Paying the Price – Episode 152 with Lynne Peeples
Paul Rogers
Expert in daylight design, solar shading, and daylight modeling
ACC Sweden (formerly independent consultant to ACC)
Episode: We’re Designing Buildings for Energy — But Forgetting the Humans – Episode 151 with Paul Rogers
Will Gridley
Architect, RAMSA (Robert A.M. Stern Architects)
Robert A.M. Stern Architects
Episode: The Perfect Classroom Doesn't Exist — And That's the Point – Episode 150 with Will Gridley
Eric Corey Freed
Principal with CannonDesign; sustainability and innovation advocate
Cannon Design
Episode: The Greatest Barrier to Better Buildings Isn't Technology — It's Fear – Episode 149 with Eric Corey Freed
Hamid Mohammadi
Architect, industrial designer, and artist; founder of Good Place Design
Good Place Design (Toronto)
Episode: Most Buildings Are Designed to Shelter You — The Best Ones Are Designed to Change How You Feel – Episode 148 with Hamid Mohammadi
Sarah Gudeman
Mechanical engineer at BranchPattern
BranchPattern
Episode: Your Building Isn't Making You Sick by Accident — Why Comfort, Air Quality & Building Science Are Designed, Not Discovered – Episode 147 with Sarah Gudeman
Denise Martin
CEO/Founder of BEO (Building Envelope Optimization)
BEO
Episode: Your Building Isn't Too Airtight — It's Breathing the Wrong Way: The Hidden Science of Healthy Buildings, Ventilation & Passive House – Episode 146 with Denise Martin
Alana Pinckley
Chief Engagement Officer at ACE (American Coalition for Educational Environments)
ACE
Episode: The Biggest Threat to Student Success Isn't in the Classroom — It's the School Building We Keep Ignoring – Episode 145 with Alana Pinckley

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Joe Menchefski
Host of Better Buildings For Humans

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Innovation to make our lives more lit!

    Interesting conversation about how we could make our buildings more beautiful with more lighting through the innovative window glass!

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    Canada3 years ago
  • Fantastic Content!

    Looking forward to every Wednesday for the newest episodes.

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    Melissa Chenell
    Canada3 years ago

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High-quality exploration of daylighting and wellness topics.
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Your Home Meets Code — But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Healthy – Episode 153 with Brian Johnson
Q: How scalable is healthy home building across different climates and budgets?
The approach can be adapted to various climates and budgets by selecting regionally available, non-toxic materials and scalable systems, prioritizing core health-focused elements (air quality, moisture control, filtration) and using cost-conscious options like mineral wool or hemp-based products to bring healthy homes within reach.
Your Home Meets Code — But That Doesn’t Mean It’s Healthy – Episode 153 with Brian Johnson
Q: What is meant by biological durability and how does it influence your building approach?
Biological durability refers to constructing homes with long-lasting, non-toxic materials and systems that resist mold and environmental toxins, enabling homes to stay healthy for generations. This shapes choices like rammed earth or ICCF blocks, non-toxic insulation, and durable design that minimizes maintenance and exposure to harmful substances.
The Greatest Barrier to Better Buildings Isn't Technology — It's Fear – Episode 149 with Eric Corey Freed
Q: What makes a great building?
A great building is one that makes you feel something and positively affects the people who use it, evolving with context and delivering a meaningful, humane experience rather than merely meeting technical specs.
Your Building Isn't Too Airtight — It's Breathing the Wrong Way: The Hidden Science of Healthy Buildings, Ventilation & Passive House – Episode 146 with Denise Martin
Q: The million dollar question: what makes a great building?
A ventilation system that effectively brings in fresh air, filters it, and manages moisture with heat recovery; it is the defining feature for building performance and occupant health.
Your Building Isn't Making You Sick by Accident — Why Comfort, Air Quality & Building Science Are Designed, Not Discovered – Episode 147 with Sarah Gudeman
Q: What makes a great building?
A great building is healthy, comfortable, understandable, adaptable, and equitable, quietly supporting people and reducing friction in daily life.

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This show spotlights how daylight, climate, materials, and wellness shape the spaces we inhabit, with a strong emphasis on practical design leadership and social impact. Episodes frequently explore daylighting, energy efficiency, and human-centered design across sectors like retail, healthcare, education, and urban infill, often tying architectural decisions to occupant wellbeing and business outcomes. A notable edge is the integration of design storytelling, policy considerations, and real-world pilots (from net-zero stores to radiant cooling) that connect sustainability with everyday user experience. Listeners likely include design and facilities professionals, developers, and sustainability-minded leaders seeking actionable insights and ... more

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