Our Favourite Architecture Podcasts

Written By Audrey Whisker

Because we’re archi-nerds, some of our followers are fellow archi-nerds in the industry, and some of our clients nerd out with us about architecture too. The focus of these podcasts are business, design, technology, but most of all - architecture and design.

 
 
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The Truth About Large Voids in Homes
The Truth About Large Voids in Homes

Australia’s housing market is out of balance. While most households are just one or two people, our homes are still designed for large families — or built as speculative assets. Apartments and outer suburban estates often fall short, leaving a “missing middle” of mid-sized, well-designed homes in connected locations. Here’s why better design, smarter policy, and more medium-density housing are key to solving the housing mismatch.

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Building with an Architect: Data, Not Myths
Building with an Architect: Data, Not Myths

Tired of hot takes about architects and home builds? This plain-English guide debunks the big myths with real numbers: feasibility first, clear documents, <5% typical contingency (excl. client changes), and a 93.75% build-through rate after feasibility. Use our benchmarks to choose the right architect—and protect your budget.

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Thoughtful Homes, Designed with You
Thoughtful Homes, Designed with You

Victoria’s Clause 54 has been overhauled. Amendment VC282 introduces clearer standards for small lots, including reduced setbacks, mandatory canopy trees, clarified amenity rules, and new solar energy protections.

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Clause 54 Planning Changes
Clause 54 Planning Changes

Victoria’s Clause 54 has been overhauled. Amendment VC282 introduces clearer standards for small lots, including reduced setbacks, mandatory canopy trees, clarified amenity rules, and new solar energy protections.

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The Missing Middle: Why Melbourne Needs Mid-Sized, Well-Designed Homes
The Missing Middle: Why Melbourne Needs Mid-Sized, Well-Designed Homes

Australia’s housing market is out of balance. While most households are just one or two people, our homes are still designed for large families — or built as speculative assets. Apartments and outer suburban estates often fall short, leaving a “missing middle” of mid-sized, well-designed homes in connected locations. Here’s why better design, smarter policy, and more medium-density housing are key to solving the housing mismatch.

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Great Projects Need Great Teams
Great Projects Need Great Teams

Great homes are the product of great teams. Discover how Whisker Architecture works with leading architectural builders in Melbourne to deliver modern, sustainable homes that honour design intent, embrace buildability, and create a process clients genuinely enjoy.

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Why Building Costs More and Takes Longer in 2025
Why Building Costs More and Takes Longer in 2025

In 2025, building costs more and takes longer — but that doesn’t mean your dream home is out of reach. Here’s how to set realistic expectations, avoid budget blowouts, and keep your project on track.

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The Benefits of Hiring Sustainable Architects in Melbourne for Your Forever Home
The Benefits of Hiring Sustainable Architects in Melbourne for Your Forever Home

Explore how Melbourne’s sustainable architects create beautiful, high-performing spaces. Reduce your footprint, enhance comfort, and invest in a legacy that lasts.

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Designing Dream Homes: How Melbourne Architects Bring Visions to Life
Designing Dream Homes: How Melbourne Architects Bring Visions to Life

Discover bespoke home design in Melbourne. Whisker Architecture creates timeless, tailored spaces that reflect your lifestyle, vision, and personality.

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Why Your Builder’s ‘Rough Quote’ Might Be Thousands Off
Why Your Builder’s ‘Rough Quote’ Might Be Thousands Off

Not all quotes are created equal. If you’ve been given a lowball figure for your renovation or new build, this article unpacks why early builder estimates often miss the mark – and how to get realistic cost advice from the start. Learn how architects, builders, and independent estimators approach budgeting differently, and why structured feasibility is key to saving time, money, and heartache.

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How We Design Custom Homes: The 5 Stages Every Homeowner Should Understand
How We Design Custom Homes: The 5 Stages Every Homeowner Should Understand

Every great home design starts long before the first sketch. At Whisker Architecture, we guide you through a clear 5-stage process to create a custom home that truly supports your family, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals.

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Why More Melbournians Are Choosing Custom Homes Over Standard Builds
Why More Melbournians Are Choosing Custom Homes Over Standard Builds

Tired of homes that don't quite fit your lifestyle? In Melbourne, an increasing number of homeowners are opting for custom homes that cater to their individual needs, values, and vision rather than settling for one-size-fits-all builds. From sustainable design to future-proof layouts, discover why building a custom home is more than a trend; it's a more innovative, more personal way to live.

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Audrey Whisker

Audrey is a Melbourne architect with over 10 years’ experience in the industry. Her experience working on a variety of projects including residential, multi-residential, education, workplace, and hospitality has led to a human centred design approach. Her interest is in how people interact with public and private spaces, and how those spaces in turn influence how we act. Audrey Whisker is a Certified Passive House Designer passionate about inclusivity and accessibility.

https://www.whiskerarchitecture.com
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