Hosted by Matt Turner · 🇺🇸 US · EN-AU · 46 episodes
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MTDC Lounge is a weekly podcast where we chat with designers, builders, and problem-solvers about the messy, honest side of getting things built. No fluff. Just real talk, dry laughs, and lessons from the jobsite and studio.
Matt Turner hosts The MTDC Lounge, a education show with 46 episodes published.
In this episode of The MTDC Lounge , Matt and Mitch break down what homeowners need to know when designing on a small block, especially when that block is also on a corner. They talk through the real-world challenges of
In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt and Mitch break down what homeowners need to know before buying, renovating or building on a sloped block. They talk through the hidden challenges that can come with difficult sit
Buying your dream home straight away sounds great — until the repayments, holding costs and lifestyle pressure kick in. In this episode, Matt chats with Eddie Urra from Marvel Invest about a different way to think about
In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt and Bree sit down to talk about one of the hardest parts of home design: knowing what you want when you don’t actually know what you want. They unpack how good design starts with
In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt sits down with Luke Ferguson from FairGo Building Consultants to unpack what homeowners need to know when building work goes wrong. Luke shares his experience as a builder, former
Before you buy a property, there are a lot of things you might not see at the open home. In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt is joined by James Callinan from JLH Property Consultants to unpack the role of a buyer’s
In this episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt is joined by Greg Townend from Nastasi Consulting Group to talk through the hidden site issues that can catch homeowners out, including incorrect fence lines, boundary encroachmen
Most homeowners think a survey is just a box you tick before design. In this episode, Matt sits down with Mark Scanlon (Parker Scanlon), a veteran registered surveyor, to explain why surveying is the foundation of every
Think a survey is just another box to tick? In this episode of the MTDC Lounge, Matt and Mitch break down why a proper survey can save homeowners from costly mistakes, approval dramas, boundary issues and major construct
The information discussed in this episode is general in nature and may not cover everything relevant to your property, site constraints, or approval pathway. For advice specific to your situation, it’s best to contact Sa
In this episode, Matt and Mitch unpack why a rear duplex behind an existing dwelling dragged out for ~3.5 years: battle-axe limitations, a steep/sloping block, orientation and solar access problems, privacy/overlooking c
In this episode, Matt sits down with William Lucas from Braeside Wealth to talk about the real-world money side of building, renovating, investing, and family property decisionsBraeside Wealth (William Lucas): https://ww
Listener care note: This episode includes discussion of mental health and suicide. Please listen with care, or skip if needed. If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7). Matt sits down
DA approval isn’t permission to build. You need a Construction Certificate + PCA appointed, and you must allow the required notice period before a single thing is done to your home. Matt and Mitch break down Construction
Matt sits down with Nick Jones (Aussie Home Loans) to unpack what’s happening with interest rates and, more importantly, how everyday homeowners can make better finance decisions before they commit to plans, builders, an
Matt sits down with Jesse and Marcus from Custom Integration & Electrical to unpack what an integrated home actually means, not just smart lights, but a system where lighting, security, access control, networking, audio/
Matt sits down with James Stanton (Gablok Australia) to unpack a “block-by-block” building system James describes as adult LEGO, designed to make wall construction dramatically simpler for owner-builders and trades alike
You sent in the questions, Matt & Mitch pull zero punches. This episode is a rapid-fire Q&A covering the stuff homeowners actually get stuck on: load-bearing walls, owner-builder realities, build-cost “ballparks”, counci
In this episode, Matt sits down with Jaynell, who’s trying to create a second liveable area at home (and future-proof the space), but keeps running into the kinds of “gotchas” that can blow out cost, compliance, and resa
Lighting designer Michelle Littlewood from Space With Spark joins the MTDC Lounge to break down why lighting is the finish that can elevate (or completely flatten) a home. The core message: plan lighting early—once struc
Nick Jones
Recipient of the Navy Cross, Founder of Talons Reach Foundation · Anderson Automotive
1 appearance on this show
Jesse
Year 7 student · Blue Mountain Painting
1 appearance on this show
Marcus
Pastor · The Optimised Coach
1 appearance on this show
Paige Carter
Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner · Mesnier Primary School
1 appearance on this show
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