Join me, Jeremy from Environmentarian, as I visit a remarkable hempcrete home built for resilience and sustainability after the devastating 2019 bushfires. Designed by Kirsty Wulf of Shelter Building Design and built by Jace from JV Building & Contractors, this home showcases the power of fireproofing, thermal efficiency, and sound insulation, all thanks to hempcrete.
I’m joined by Will Brain from Hempcrete Victoria to explore both cast-in-place and prefabricated hempcrete block methods used in this build. His company, Respirabuilt, provides affordable prefabricated hemp solutions for fire-prone areas.
Key Features of this Hempcrete Home
- Fireproof & breathable walls – Naturally resistant to flames and embers
- Smart passive design – Positioned for natural light and thermal mass benefits
- Bushfire resilience – Non-combustible materials and ember-proofing
- Sustainable materials – Carbon-sequestering hemp and rainwater collection
Watch the full story below.
Full Interviews on YouTube & Spotify
Kirsty Wulf Podcast | Shelter Building Design, Hemp Building Directory
YouTube: https://youtu.be/8WpH-q1Wiq4
Spotify: Out soon
Will Brain Podcast | Hempcrete Victoria, Respirabuilt
YouTube: https://youtu.be/KOF41Tbggr4
Spotify: Out soon
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Resilient Hempcrete Home in Malua Bay
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