Kevin Turnbull recalls the design and construction of the innovative green building in Durham- The Rivergreen Centre

John and Gordon talk to Kevin Turnbull about the Rivergreen Centre, a innovative successful green building. The conversation wanders into the joy in construction projects and their lasting effect on those involved. We find out what features had lasted and some that didn't .

Kevin , The Rivergreen Centre and the earthed rammed wall. 

How does University learning and teaching need to evolve in an AI world.  We talk to Professor Graham Wynn ( Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education at Northumbria University) about how it is being managed and the opportunities is unlocks.  

How does University learning and teaching need to evolve in an AI world.&nbsp;We talk to Professor Graham Wynn ( Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education at Northumbria University) about how it is being managed and the opportunities it unlocks.&nbsp;Graham is a promoter of experiential learning , something built environment programmes are very familiar with, and he sees this as a key element in the future of successful higher education. John and Gordon use AI to research Graham prior to the interview and to create some questions for the interview. We eventually let him know about this as he starts to ponder our insight into his thoughts.

Graham Wynn, AI and University Learning 

Nigel Banks reflects on Lion House and current issues including the electricity market and renewables

We revisit the design of the first BREEAM "Outstanding" office, Lion House, through a discussion with Nigel Banks, one of the original design team. Nigel, who is now Technical director with Octopus also takes us through the current developments, issues and possible changes and to the UK energy market.

Nigel and Lion House 2 

John and Gordon chat about the visits and interviews in season 1 and think about subjects for season 2 

John and Gordon chat about the visits and interviews in season 1 and think about subjects for season 2&nbsp;

Season 1 Review and Looking Ahead 

Vintage Sustainability meets the Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust in the shape of Martin Hulse the Trust Manger

Vintage Sustainability meets the Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust in the shape of Martin Hulse the Trust Manger. T&amp;WBPT is a heroic organisation working to&nbsp;preserve the architectural heritage of Tyne and Wear through the repair, conservation and regeneration of historic buildings and structures.&nbsp;Their greatest hits include 28-30 The Close (House of Tides), the Old Low Lights building on North Shields Fish Quay, All Saints Church in Newcastle and St Mary’s Gateshead.&nbsp;&nbsp;Buildings which currently keep him awake at night&nbsp;include Dunston Staithes and the Keelman’s Hospital in Newcastle.Martin has the daunting task of balancing authentic historic building preservation, community engagement and commercial viability all the while navigating sources of funding from a myriad of organisations. His interview is both interesting and entertaining, he exudes a pragmatic enthusiasm for the preservation of buildings we know and love, without his drive and skill they may have become car parks or supermarkets long ago.But hey, why am I wittering on, get listening…….

Martin Hulse - heritage entrepeneur

We head south to Bishop Auckland to talk to the CEO of the Auckland Project

For many centuries, Bishop Auckland was a thriving market town but since the demise of the mining industry, like many British towns, it has been affected by an economic and social decline. The Auckland Project is a regeneration charity working to establish Bishop Auckland as a must-visit cultural destination. In this episode John and Gordon head off to Bishop Auckland to meet David Land, CEO of the Auckland Project to find out how the project is progressing.

The Auckland Project 

Ouseburn, Boho and the Pattern shop feature in this episode 

John and Gordon return to the Ouseburn in Newcastle upon Tyne to meet Tim Baily of Xsite Architecture. Tim talks about the Toffee Factory and its role in the Ouseburn development, BOHO on Teesside and the recently completed Pattern Shop in Newcastle.

Tim and the Toffee Factory

We hear about the development of the Ouseburn over the last 50 years 

John and Gordon talk to Dale Bolland about the Ouseburn and its transformation into the City's coolest district. Punk Rock, Workers Revolutionary Party and the Tunnel are all recalled.

The Ouseburn Story

George discusses atmospheric chemistry,  sustainable league tables and campus development.

In this episode we talk to Professor George Marston, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Strategic Projects at Northumbria University.George works closely with the University Executive shaping and delivering the University’s Vision, Strategy. He is Chair of the University Sustainability Management Group which oversees the Environmental Management System and related activities and the University’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing Management Group.&nbsp;&nbsp;George discusses atmospheric chemistry, the University’s success in the sustainable league tables, campus development and the time he got stranded in Youngstown, Ohio. John also mentions how important squirrels (biodiverse campus environment) are in attracting impressionable students at open days.

Professor George Marston, Universities, Sustainability and students

what worked ?

John and Gordon look back on past sustainable buildings and see how they have lasted and evolved. Looking for lessons. We have an instagram account with some pictures of there buildings we discuss <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vintage_sustainability_/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/vintage_sustainability_/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D</a>

Vintage Sustainability

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