Is Steel Making Homes Less Comfortable?

Join us as we hit a major milestone on our latest high-performance home build. Today we pour the concrete slab, the base that supports everything that follows. In this episode, Simon Farrell (Founder of Zelena Homes) walks you through slab pour day and explains why this stage matters so much for comfort, durability, and long-term performance. When you get the slab right, you set your whole build up for success. We also answer a question we hear often: does steel in a home affect how it feels to live in? Steel can move heat quickly. If you don’t detail it well, it can create cold or hot spots and make your home feel less consistent. Simon explains how we think about steel, where it makes sense, and how we reduce comfort issues through smart design and careful detailing. In this video, you’ll learn: -What a slab pour day looks like on site -Why the slab matters for comfort and long-term performance -How steel can impact thermal comfort (and what to watch for) -Simple design choices that help homes feel more stable year-round -Practical tips if you’re weighing up steel vs timber for your build If you’re planning a build and you want to understand what’s happening on site, this one will help you feel clear and confident. Like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes guidance on building energy-efficient homes that feel comfortable every day.