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House Planning Help Podcast

Ben Adam-Smith
Passive House
Energy Efficiency
Passivhaus
Building Regulations
Sustainable Building
Sustainability
Construction
Air Tightness
Sustainable Building Materials
Heat Pumps
Energy-Efficient Building
Home Retrofitting
Retrofitting
Retrofit
Mechanical Ventilation With Heat Recovery
Planning Permission
Accessibility
Ventilation Systems
Passivhaus Plus
Self-Build

If you want to build a house, where would you start?

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Latest Episodes

David Bradley-Bowles, Director and Consultant at Pure Spring Meadows, explains his shift from landlord and renovator of Victorian properties to developer of more than 40 new-build Passivhaus homes. He shares hard-won lessons on scaling up, financing ... more

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Developer Giles Lamb and architect Zara Bloomfield explain why they have started delivering certified Passivhaus homes, what extra challenges this presents and how they remain profitable projects.

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Ben Adam-Smith explains why he plans to take on a new mission, and why that'll mean a slight change of direction and more collaboration.

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Bill Butcher and Chris Herring, founders of 21 Degrees, share details of their own group build, a small terrace of three homes in Marsden, West Yorkshire, designed and built to Passivhaus Plus standard.

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Recent Guests

David Bradley-Bowles
Director and consultant of Pure Spring Meadows
Pure Spring Meadows
Episode: HPH403: From landlord to high-performance developer – with David Bradley-Bowles
Giles Lamb
Developer
Giles Lamb (developer)
Episode: HPH402: What would make a local developer deliver to Passivhaus standard?
Zara Bloomfield
Architect
Studio Bloom
Episode: HPH402: What would make a local developer deliver to Passivhaus standard?
Mike Rowe
Director at Warm; involved in Low-Energy Building initiatives
Warm
Episode: HPH401: Let's build something
Jon Broome
Architect, co-author of The Good Building Book
The Good Building Book
Episode: HPH399: The Good Building Book – with Jon Broome and Nick Grant
Nick Grant
Freelance energy consultant, Passive House specialist
Passive House Trust, Co-Action
Episode: HPH399: The Good Building Book – with Jon Broome and Nick Grant
Janna Laan Lomas
Founding director and designer at Grain Architecture
Grain Architecture
Episode: HPH398: What does it take to create a bio-based Passivhaus? – with Janna and Seb Laan Lomas
Seb Laan Lomas
Associate and Passivhaus designer at Archetype
Archetype
Episode: HPH398: What does it take to create a bio-based Passivhaus? – with Janna and Seb Laan Lomas
Mark Lynn
Managing Director of Eden Renewable Innovations
Eden Renewable Innovations
Episode: HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn

Hosts

Ben Adam-Smith
Host of the show
Ben Adam Smith
Host of The House Planning Help Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 218 ratings
  • Incredible resource

    I’ve just finished listening to most of the back catalogue, and have gained an absolutely enormous amount of knowledge from this podcast. We’re currently in planning for a passivhaus replacement dwelling, and this podcast has been the foundation of all my learning, both directly and through its links to detailed resources, companies and organisations. I’d expect a podcast of this quality to be US-focused, so I couldn’t believe my luck when I came across this one and discovered how relevant and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    r0ball
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Always informative

    Ben’s show is always informative and pretty stylish. Ben is a real pro and I recommend the whole series to anyone in the build or retrofit game. Ep 383 which I just finished was an excellent plain English stroll through the factors that make a home comfortable. Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Guy Har
    United Statesa year ago
  • Content ok but sound is terrible!

    I wish they would do something about the sound as it puts me off listening to it. With all the easy tech these days I’m surprised they can’t edit the sound better

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    pete j moon
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Informative and lively podcast for anyone interested in self building

    Nearly finished my own new build so re listening several times to Andrew Jones VAT reclaim, very useful thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    X(vtyu)$
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great Podcast about retrofitting and buildings of the Future

    Ben Adam-Smith has a remarkable voice and the wits to ask the right questions. There is a flow in his Interviews that I like.

    Thx Ben

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frank Osterhage
    Germanya year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests consistently ranked as knowledgeable and actionable.
Show often cited as essential for anyone pursuing energy-efficient housing in the UK.
Listeners praise depth and practicality for self-build and retrofit.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#125
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#128
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#115
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#167
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#186
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#218
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HPH402: What would make a local developer deliver to Passivhaus standard?
Q: What are the biggest barriers to delivering a Passivhaus project, and how do you plan to overcome them?
Key barriers include planning delays, financing and valuation, and the need to educate buyers and lenders; their approach is to build proven process, certification, and market awareness to overcome these hurdles.
HPH402: What would make a local developer deliver to Passivhaus standard?
Q: How did you two meet and start collaborating on this Passivhaus journey?
They describe a long-standing professional and personal connection, which evolved into a collaborative partnership that balances design excellence with practical, commercially viable development.
HPH401: Let's build something
Q: Would you like to talk about what you're interested in doing, Ben?
Ben explains that the plan is to move beyond individual projects and focus on building a housing venture, leveraging partnerships, and applying research and collaboration to make housing projects viable.
HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn
Q: What is the U-value and does that change between products?
The thermal conductivity of our products is comparable to rock wool, with specifics varying based on application.
HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn
Q: What different forms does the insulation come in?
The insulation comes in flexible, rigid wood fiber, and loose fill forms, each suitable for different applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions About House Planning Help Podcast

What is House Planning Help Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on practical, low-energy homebuilding, retrofit, and high-performance design, with a strong emphasis on Passive House principles, embodied carbon, and affordable sustainable housing. Episodes span technical materials, planning and regulations, and real-world build projects, often featuring architects, engineers, and researchers who bring hands-on experience and actionable insights for self-builders, renovators, and professionals. A notable strength is its collaborative, community-driven approach—frequently exploring new materials, policy updates, and innovative delivery models for scalable housing. This mix of technical depth, accessible storytelling, and emphasis on real-world applications makes it a valuable ... more

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1. David Bradley-Bowles
2. Giles Lamb
3. Zara Bloomfield
4. Mike Rowe
5. Jon Broome
6. Nick Grant
7. Janna Laan Lomas
8. Seb Laan Lomas

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