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House Planning Help Podcast

Ben Adam-Smith
Passive House
Energy Efficiency
Building Regulations
Passivhaus
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

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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Jon Broome and Nick Grant explain why they have written The Good Building Book, what's in it, who it will help and how best to put it all into practice.

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Janna and Seb Laan Lomas explain the ethos behind their self build which blends low energy design and natural building while reducing plastics in the construction and also minimising waste. The level of detail, the decisions made and the careful use ... more

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Mark Lynn from Eden Renewable Innovations explains how sheep's wool insulation is made, outlines the pros and cons, and suggests how it is best specified and installed. He also shares some common traits of natural fibre insulation as a category.

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Recent Guests

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
Mark Doodes
Independent planning consultant and founder of Mark Doodes Planning
Mark Doodes Planning
Episode: HPH396: Getting planning permission for a replacement dwelling – with Mark Doodes
Dr. James Glockling
Expert in insurance and risk mitigation, consultant for insurers and military
Independent consultant
Episode: HPH395: How easy is it to insure a natural building? – with Dr. James Glockling
Hugh Franklin
Head of Operations at Aeroseal UK
Aeroseal UK
Episode: HPH394: Could you automate air sealing on a house build? – with Hugh Franklin
Elly Deacon Smith
Founding director of Arbor Architects
Arbor Architects
Episode: HPH393: How can you reduce the embodied carbon of a project? – with Elly Deacon Smith and Kirk Rushby

Host

Ben Adam Smith
Host of House Planning Help; leads discussions on self-build, retrofit, and sustainable construction.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 216 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 Kingdom3 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 States10 months 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

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The host is often described as insightful and easy to listen to, with a good interview flow.
Some feedback notes sound quality could improve in certain episodes.
Listeners praise the depth and practicality, especially for UK self-builders and retrofit projects.

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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.
HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn
Q: How do design elements affect natural fibre insulation?
It's crucial to get the design right to prevent moisture issues and ensure effective performance.
HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn
Q: Why would we choose natural fibre over synthetic insulation?
Natural materials manage moisture better and follow the established use of timber in construction.
HPH397: Sheep's wool insulation and other natural fibre options – with Mark Lynn
Q: What do we mean by natural fibre?
Natural fibre insulation refers to insulation made from materials like sheep's wool, wood fibre, hemp, and more.

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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?

A practical, hands-on series focused on self-builds, retrofits, and high-performance homes with an emphasis on energy efficiency, Passivhaus principles, and sustainable materials. Episodes frequently explore real-world trade‑offs between performance, cost, and usability, featuring practitioners such as architects, engineers, insurers, and insulation specialists. The show stands out for its tangible, user‑focused approach to building better homes in the UK, including thoughtful discussions on planning, regulations, and embodied carbon, often linking to useful resources and case studies for listeners. Potential guests or sponsors may find a receptive audience among serious self-builders, retrofit enthusiasts, and professionals seeking accessi... more

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1. Jon Broome
2. Nick Grant
3. Janna Laan Lomas
4. Seb Laan Lomas
5. Mark Lynn
6. Mark Doodes
7. Dr. James Glockling
8. Hugh Franklin

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