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High-performance building is not just about premium products. It is about the system. In this episode, we sit down with Sven Maxa from Maxa Design to unpack what Passive House building really looks like behind the scenes, from airtightness targets to the practical realities of delivering high-performance homes on site. This conversation flips the usual format, with Sven taking the lead and putting us (Hamish and Matt) in the hot seat. We get into the details that actually make or break a Passive House project, including airtightness testing, verification, contract clarity, and what happens when documentation looks great in renders but does not hold up on a building site. A major theme is collaboration between the architect, designer, builder, and trades. Passive House and building science only works when the whole team is aligned early, with transparent cost planning, clear communication, and strong documentation to avoid rework, delays, and budget blowouts. We wrap by looking at what needs to change in the Australian construction industry to lift standards at scale. Better legislation, better education, and a stronger baseline for residential construction. 👇 CHAPTER MARKERS 👇 00:00 Introduction 01:14 Meet the Sponsors - Proclima 02:01 Builder's Perspective on Passive House Contracts 05:35 High Performance Homes: Products vs. Systems 13:44 The Importance of Collaboration in Construction 22:16 Challenges in Project Costing and Documentation 35:47 Feasibility Studies and Square Meter Rates 39:09 Site Inspections and Builder Reactions 40:03 Quality Control on Site Visits 40:53 Site Meeting Schedules and Coordination 42:02 Importance of Passive House Principles 43:46 Challenges in Australian Building Practices 47:50 Air Tightness and Building Performance 55:41 Biggest Mistakes and Lessons Learned 01:02:34 Favourite Projects and Memorable Builds 01:12:39 Future of Residential Construction 01:19:42 Mindful Moments for Apprentices LINKS: Connect with Sven: Maxa Design Our Sponsors: Proclima - https://mindful-builder.captivate.fm/... MEGT - https://mindful-builder.captivate.fm/... Connect with us on Instagram:   / themindfulbuilderpod   Connect with Hamish: Instagram:   / sanctumhomes   Website: www.yoursanctum.com.au/ Connect with Matt: Instagram:   / carlandconstructions   Website: www.carlandconstructions.com/