<p>How do you design a home that lasts centuries? </p><p>Renowned architect Steve Baczek (The Build Show, Unbuild It Podcast) joins me on the show to break down the fundamentals of building science. From the &quot;Perfect Wall&quot; to the four critical control layers, Steve explains why &quot;buildings needing to breathe&quot; is a dangerous myth and how collaboration between architects and builders is the key to success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Highlights:</strong></p><p>01:10 - Steve’s journey from Building Science Corp to the Build Show.</p><p>06:54 - The 4 Control Layers: Water, Air, Vapor, and Thermal.</p><p>21:40 - The &quot;Breathing&quot; Myth: Why airtightness is non-negotiable.</p><p>38:47 - Overhangs &amp; Eaves: The 2-to-1 rule for water management.</p><p>45:12 - The &quot;Perfect Wall&quot; across different climates.</p><p>53:13 - The best wall you can build on a budget.</p><p>1:13:55 - Steve’s #1 piece of advice for the next generation.</p><p><br></p><p>Find the full show notes <a href="https://www.podpage.com/the-building-sciology-poddie/36-bonus-the-science-within-the-working-drawings-with-steve-baczek-architect/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect here:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/building.sciology/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-kismet/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1175293/137147665837196912/share" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Mailing list</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors:</strong></p><p><a href="www.endurobuilders.com.au" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Enduro Builders</a></p><p><a href="www.climasure.com.au" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Climasure </a></p>