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Have you ever heard that having a custom home designed and built is a nightmare, that it's too time consuming, you'll go way over budget and it's just not worth it ? All of those can certainly be true UNLESS you put the right team together! Join Steve Iltis, Custom Home Designer, Shannon Vestal, Interior Designer and Steve Rudin, Custom Home Builder as they take you through a step by step process that is proven to work! You can get your dream home designed and built while enjoying the process from day one until the day you pop the champagne and toast to making many happy memories for years to come!
For those of you that geek out on types of construction, engineering, and building materials this episode is for you! On this episode you're going to learn what an ICF home is, why it's becomming more popular and all the beneficial properties it provides.
We welcomed Dave Phelps, owner of ICF Homes of Virginia to give us all the ins and outs of ICF building.
To contact Dave or see photos and videos of these homes visit https://icfhomesofva.com/
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Steve Rudin; steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Steve Iltis; steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal; shannon@steveshannondesign.com
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Yes, that is true, however we do age and with that, mobility declines, vision becomes weaker, and soon it all goes to hell in a handbasket!
On this episode we are going to talk about aging in place! That means staying put where you are whether it's a condo, single family home, townhouse or barndomineum! The place you will be living independently as long as you can. If you plan to build a new home or remodel the one you are currently in there are so many great products and designs these days to make your space more comfortable and user friendly.
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If you are building a new home or remodeling your existing one, most cities throughout the country require building permits. If you are one of the lucky ones building in rural areas or in a county that only requires a few permits then just smile and enjoy life while listening to this episode!!
Those of you in the city, here's a person that can make your life so much easier!!! Joining us today is Ramie Elizondo, owner of Permit Pros. She is a permitting professional whose entire job is working to get you that permit in an expedited fashion. With her specialized running shoes, JK, she is online pushing the paperwork or when needed showing up at the permit office with a smile and handling the issues. Money well spent!! Thank you Ramie!
Ramie Elizondo 832.715.1781 ramie@permit-pro.com
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Ever had a tee time scheduled and mother nature has other plans? No worries!! Play that round of golf in your simulator room! The bonus? You can play Pebble Beach, Pacific Dunes, Whistling Straits and more right from the comfort of your home.
Golf simulators have seen tremendous advances in the past few years. To discuss all of that and more we took our show on the road and traveled to Craig Nomes' house, regional salesperson for Full Swing. We had a blast trying out the simulator and practicing our putting on the latest putting green!
Interested in a simulator or do you have a client interested? Craig is more than happy to have you visit his home and give it a try.
Craig Nome 713.256.4497 www.fullswinggolf.com
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When it comes to building a custom home, just remember, this is a prototype! It's never been built before! With that being said, the inevitible will happen and that's what we call a change order. This isn't always a bad thing and those two words more often get a bad wrap!
Today the three of us discuss what change orders are, why they happen, ways to try to avoid some of them and why they have an associated cost to them.
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Steve Rudin aka The Builder, steve@loydrusselhome.com
Steve Iltis aka The Home Designer, steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal aka The Interior Designer, shannon@steveshannondesign.com
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No, this isn't a "self help" episode and you are on the correct podcast! Today it's all about controlling your lighting, tv's, speakers, and ceiling fans! Find out how to provide adequate hallway and step lighting during the night that is motion activated! What about figuring out what type of recessed lighting you need, not to mention what color temperature!! Let's not even get me started on WALL CLUTTER! You'll just have to tune in to find out what that means.
Joining us to discuss all of this and more is Adam Henry with Capitol Technology Group. Adam and his team design, engineer, program, install and maintain smart home technology and commercial control systems. Their new showroom is not only beautiful but is an educational experience.
Contact Adam or someone on his team!
www.capitoltechnologygroup.com Phone: 281.204.8300
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No custom home build or major remodeling project is possible without plumbing fixtures, bathtubs, toilets, sinks, door hardware and cabinet hardware! The overwhelming feeling you get when your builder gives you this list of items and tells you to go make selections for each of them is almost unbearable.
That is why you need a great supplier and even more importantly a friendly, knowledgable sales associate to guide you along the way. Enter Chadney Alvarez with Baths of America! Chadney has been my salesperson for the past several years and I couldn't do my job without her! Well, I probably could, but it would add so much time!
On this episode Chadney shares with us her process to help clients make all these selections while also addressing the budget. If you are in the process of making some of these decisions you will want to visit Baths of America! Two locations to choose from!
Chadney Alvarez chadney@bathsofamerica.com
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Keeping up with design trends is one thing but then you have to figure out the materials that you're suppposed to be using! Countertops is one of the selections I get asked most about. What should I use? What's the difference between quartz, quartzite, marble, granite, porcelain and this new product called Dekton? What's the most durable? Least maintenance?
Joining us to answer these questions is Camila Castaneda with Cosentino. The Cosentino Group is a global, family-owned Spanish company that produces and distributes innovative, sustainable and high-value surfaces for the world of architecture and design. A visit to their beautiful showroom is a must before making your final countertop decision.
1315 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N., Suite 150
www.cosentino.com
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We've touched on this subject in a previous episode however, we are hearing that word on the streets is people are still wondering the best way to go about this.
Today we put Rudin on the hot seat to share with us the different approaches you can take in gathering a list of builders to talk to and then ultimately selecting one of those builders.
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Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com
It will be if Johnston Waterproofing is on the job! On this episode we are joined by Jeremy Johnston, owner of Johnston Waterproofing. He's going to share with us all the ways to keep water out of your house! This is not only your doors and windows, but includes balconies and much more. Find out what disasters can occur and some you might not even know about for years!!
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Let me start by saying that our two guests today will definitely be back! Slade Sloan, GM of the custom window division at Builders First Source and Lance LeBlanc, a window nerd and expert on large doors (he said it, not me), builder sales rep for BFS not only provided us with valuable information but kept us all laughing in the process.
We discuss the types of windows on the market from a material standpoint as well as price point and value. From there we move on to sliding doors! No, not like the sliding door you had in your first apartment that you used a broom stick to securely lock. Over the last several years manufacturers have engineered these doors to be made larger and larger. There are different types of sliders as well as accordian doors. All of this is covered to help you make the right decision when remodeling or building a custom home.
To learn more about these products and other offerings from BFS go to https://www.bldr.com/
Their 13,000 sq.ft. showroom is located at 16002 Tomball Parkway just off of Beltway 8.
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I call it "The Fluff"! She'll kill me for saying that but y'all know I often say what I want!!
We welcome to the show, Vyara Noeva Johnson, Interior Designer and owner of Aveon Designs. I like to call her my friend and officemate! Vyara shares with us her love for not only Interior Design but seeing the excitement in clients faces when they walk into their newly remodeled and furnished space. Pulling together every aspect of a project from the hardscapes such as tile and countertops to the luxurious fabrics, wallpaper and window treatments, Vyara provides her clients a visual of the transformation.
Vyara Noeva Johnson www.aveondesigns.com
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Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
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Did your mother ever tell you that breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck? Did you love the movie Cinderella and her glass slipper?
If you have or haven't you'll want to turn up the volume and enjoy this episode where we discuss mirrors and all things glass for a custom home or remodel. Joining us to share his expertise is Esvin Tista, owner of Metal Wood Glass Innovations. We discuss shower doors, interior grid doors, stair railing, mirrors and more!
Contact Info. www.mwginnovations.com or 713.834.4627
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Lot's to share with our listeners about the status of the SteveShannonDesign showcase home in Canyon Lake!!
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I decided that after getting so many questions about the pros and cons of engineered wood floors, solid wood and luxury vinyl plank I would ask a pro to provide the answers. On this episode we take a deep dive into these various types of flooring so you as the consumer can decide which is the best fit for your home.
Joining us is our friend Tracy Burnett with Floors Etc., a boutique flooring showroom just outside of downtown Houston. They offer flooring in all price points and have a great staff to guide you through the selection process.
Floors Etc. 713.880.8888
www.floorsetc.com
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Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com
Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com
Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Betcha can't guess what this episode is about? It's going to shock you! It's a hot topic these days! It's going to amp you up! There is going to be a surge of information provided! It might even jolt you out of your seat! Watt the hell you ask? Switch to the play button to hear the output!
Electricity!! Joining us is Rick Curry, owner of Electrical Works of Houston. With over 40 years in the electrical industry, we couldn't find a question that Rick wasn't able to answer! Focusing on residential custom homes, Ricky employs 50 employees with a fleet of 15 vehicles.
Electrical Works of Houston: 713.476.0429
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Some have them and some don't! Would you like to have one?
In this episode we are joined by Kaitlin Stein from Moss Landscaping. Kaitlin is a graduate of Texas A&M, WHOOP, with a degree in Landscape Design. Her knowledge of all things plants is going to guide you through the process of designing the proper landscape for your new home, what plants to avoid and what plants are suitable for our wacky climate as well as soils, drainage and much, much more!
Contact Kaitlin: kstein@mosslandscaping.com
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You don't want to build a home without plumbing but what's the most efficient and low maintenance way to do it?
Meet Brian & Wendi Lincoln, owners of Linc Plumbing. Brian and Wendi help us understand the difference between pvc, cpvc, pex and more!
Contact Linc: 832-623-6965 or https://lincplumbing.com/
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Movin' on up! Well, to the hill country. SteveShannonDesign has officially begun construction on our showcase home. While we will remain in Houston, we decided to expand and what better place to do that than Canyon Lake! This will be our office space but more importantly a place to bring our clients and builders. We will be showcasing the latest products in our industry, from exterior cladding to luxury vinyl plank flooring, steel windows and more.
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This year all three of us attended the International Builders Show!! On this episode we share what we saw in the way of new products, products being developed and what we can expect to see in the building and design world in 2023!
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Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com
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We often talk about the importance of hiring an Interior Designer at the beginning of your project and the importance of having one involved in your project.
In case we missed some things in "Why do I need an Interior Designer" we thought a 2.0 version was in order.
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How many cabinet episodes can there possibly be you ask? Well, there are more than just one way to design and build cabinets for your custom home or remodel.
On this episode we are joined by Randall McCaw, owner of McCaw Cabinetry. For more than 15 years Randall and his amazing team have been building quality, custom cabinets for homes in Houston and surrounding areas.
Randall shares with us the difference between having cabinets built custom for your home and the advantages of doing so.
Contact McCaw Cabinetry at 409.724.0477 or visit their website at www.mccawcabinetry.com.
You can email the show at 2d1bbar@gmail.com or one of us at the following!
Steve Rudin 281.932.4942
Steve Iltis 713.598.1150
Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790
One of the bigger ticket line items in a custom home budget is cabinets. What is the difference between manufactured cabinets versus cabinets built on the jobsite? Is there a price difference? Quality? Lead time? Warranty? Styles? Finishes?
Nicole Herger with Cabinets and Designs joins us for a deep dive into manufactured cabinets to answer all those questions.
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Cabinets & Designs 713.627.8970 http://cabinetsanddesigns.net
Steve Rudin 281.932.4942
Steve Iltis 713.598.1150
Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790
Yep, that's right! Want to avoid change orders, the costs that go along with those and a delay in building your beautiful custom home?
Enter Authenticus! Their 3,600 sq. ft. studio allows you to see your plan displayed in 2D, to scale, including elevations! How about seeing it in 3D and color? Need more to help you visualize a particular space? Put on the VR glasses and try not to reach out to open the front door or climb the staircase.
Joining us on this episode are Jay and Lindsey Schimpf, creators and owners of Authenticus Services. Their goal is to provide homeowners, builders and designers the ability to authenticate your plans before moving an ounce of dirt!
Authenticus: www.authenticusservices.com
Steve Rudin: steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Steve Iltis: steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal: shannon@steveshannondesign.com
Species of Trees! In this episode we dive deep into the influence building has on native trees and how best to protect and preserve them. Joining us is Brad Trentham, a Certified Arborist and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified with Bartlett Tree Experts. Since 1907 Bartlett has been providing preventive care to assure good health, longevity, beauty and safety for their clients.
To contact Brad 713.875.6654
Steve Rudin 281.932.4942
Steve Iltis 713.598.1150
Shannon Vestal 832.334.7790
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One of our first episodes was with Rysse Goldfarb, owner of Mommy Mixology. During the pandemic we met up with Rysse but had to record on the patio!
We loved hanging out with her, learning about cocktails and such so we decided to re-visit. In the comfort of her home and her quaint little bar we crowded around and recorded round 2! Yummy drinks and even better conversation and lots of laughs! Tune in!
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It's probably the biggest fear for homeowners, FIRE!! There is always the plan for smoke detectors but they only alert you of the fire. Think about having a sprinkler system in your home that is triggered by the heat of the fire and puts the fire out before it spreads!
On this episode we are joined by William Manning with 1st Texas Fire Protection to educate us on the importance of designing a residential fire sprinkler system in your home. Be sure to check out the link below for amazing videos and product information.
https://homefiresprinkler.org/
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What on earth does this have to do with custom homes? I've got your attention now so tune in!
Our guests today are Katy Dudley and Irie Brooks from The Ark Cast Stone. For 28 years The Ark has been providing our city with the highest quality, custom made, cast stone products. From fireplace surrounds to traffic barriers, aka big red balls, (Target), they can mold practically anything out of cast stone!
https://arkconcrete.com/
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Steve Rudin steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Shannon Vestal shannon@steveshannondesign.com
Steve Iltis steve@steveshannondesign.com
I couldn't resist making that the title to this episode on framing since it's so close to Halloween. If the skeleton is not engineered correctly and installed correctly then it really doesn't matter what you build around it. We welcome back one of our favorite guests, Matt Gray with Anvil Engineering to discuss the do's and don'ts of all things framing.
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Anvil Engineering https://www.anvileng.com/
You know the song! Well, changes do happen so in this episode we'll dive into what those changes could be and how to address them. Remember, you are building a prototype! No one is perfect and we all make mistakes. It's how you and the team handle them that makes the difference!
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If you're like me you dread that time of year when you need to start shopping for the best electricity rate. It not only takes a lot of time but is overwhelming. Why not have someone else do that work for you!
Joining us to discuss this process and more is Mike England, founder of Energy Ogre. You won't want to miss this episode and learn how to save money on your electric bill! www.energyogre.com
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Hey, that wasn't what I called it!! You're dying to know what this episode is about aren't you? What do you do when you hear the words Faux Finish? Yep! That's what I thought!
Joining us on this episode is Jana Earley with Luxe Fine Finishes and she is going to share her wealth of knowledge about the latest and greatest in unique and beautiful wall finishes being used in todays custom homes.
Jana Earley - jana@luxefinefinishes.com
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Solar Power!! It's been around for a long time but these days it seems we are starting to depend on it more and more. The question is how do I incorporate it in my home to make it worthwhile and what will it cost me?
Joining us on this episode is Dennis Hart with Generator Industries, 713.254.2072 to answer that question and many more!
Do you have a show idea? Let us know!! We are always searching for new topics! Email us at 2d1bbar@gmail.com , Shannon at shannon@steveshannondesign.com , Steve R. at steve@loydrusselhomes.com .
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How much is my allowance going to be? That's what we talk about on this episode! This is such an important conversation to have with your builder or contractor. Establishing these should actually begin in the design phase! Tune in to hear why..........
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Those of us in Texas especially on the gulf know what it's like to lose power! Sometimes it's not just an hour or two from a severe rain storm but from a hurricane that knocks it out for days or even weeks!
Generator! Generator! Generator! Joining us on this episode is Dennis Hart with Generator Industries, 713.254.2072 to educate us on the latest generators and the planning that takes place in a new build and how you can incorporate one in an existing home.
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Those of us in Texas especially on the gulf know what it's like to lose power! Sometimes it's not just an hour or two from a severe rain storm but from a hurricane that knocks it out for days or even weeks!
Generator! Generator! Generator! Joining us on this episode is Dennis Hart with Generator Industries, 713.254.2072 to educate us on the latest generators and the planning that takes place in a new build and how you can incorporate one in an existing home.
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There is always a great deal of excitement in designing and building a custom home but once you know what it's going to cost you must meet with a mortgage broker.
Joining us on this episode is Edward Rodgers with Hancock Whitney Bank to answer your questions about the process and the best way to go about it.
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Steve Iltis - steve@steveshannondesign.com
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Everyone wants lots of windows on their home, the bigger the better, until they move in! Yikes!! Privacy!!! Now, how do you accomplish that in the most stylish way without compromising the design of the home?
Welcome Terri Harris with Houston Window Fashions! Terri helps us navigate what product to use, cost associated with that product and efficiency for the home.
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Everyone wants lots of windows on their home, the bigger the better, until they move in! Yikes!! Privacy!!! Now, how do you accomplish that in the most stylish way without compromising the design of the home?
Welcome Terri Harris with Houston Window Fashions! Terri helps us navigate what product to use, cost associated with that product and efficiency for the home.
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Definition: Soft costs are indirect expenses related to a construction project but don't actively impact the process.
On this episode we will share with you all the examples of soft costs and what you can expect to come "out of pocket" for these.
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It's the International Builders Show! We took time out from our busy schedule to visit the largest builders show in the world. Keeping up with new products is extremely important when designing and building custom homes.
Join us to learn what we learned! There are some great products hitting our markets this year!
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Who would have ever said a roof is sexy!! Well, our guest Andy Kelly with 314 Roofing Solutions did just that in this episode! Andy shares all things roofing with us and the do's and don'ts of different roofing materials as well as the installation.
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Who would have ever said a roof is sexy!! Well, our guest Andy Kelly with 314 Roofing Solutions did just that in this episode! Andy shares all things roofing with us and the do's and don'ts of different roofing materials as well as the installation.
Contact us! 2d1bbar@gmail.com
Steve Rudin - steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Shannon Vestal - shannon@steveshannondesign.com
Steve Iltis - steve@steveshannondesign.com
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Yep! Let's chat about surveys. We can't design a custom home on your lot without a survey! Find out what these surveys really do say!
We welcomed Matt Probstfeld of Probstfeld and Associates to share his 40+ years of knowledge and experience in the surveying business. From title surveys to new build surveys he breaks it down into bite size pieces to help us understand why they are needed.
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Whether you listened to the state of the union or not you've most likely heard about the state of the home building industry. We thought it would be helpful to share some of the processes we are implementing to try to stay ahead of the supply chain issues. Price increases on products, discontinued products and long lead times can all affect the building of your custom home.
Steve Rudin - Loyd Russel Homes;
steve@loydrusselhomes.com
Steve Iltis - SteveShannonDesign; steve@steveshannondesign.com
Shannon Vestal - SteveShannonDesign; shannon@steveshannondesign.com
Foundation Base that is! We can't build a custom home without starting with a foundation. Todays guest, Matt Gray, owner of Anvil Engineering joined us to help us "get into the weeds" about different types of foundations, how to know what kind to use and what you need to get your home plans ready for engineering.
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We all know you can't build a custom home without the assistance and guidance of a real estate agent. From helping you find the perfect lot to selling your current home they are a valuable part of the team!
We are joined by Leslie Lerner of Leslie Lerner Properties to share her insight and the best processes and where the industry is headed.
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The Greater Houston Builders Association is well known amongst custom home builders, remodelers and vendors in our industry. On this episode we are joined by Aimee Bertrand, Exec. VP and CEO to share some of the benefits of membership and the value they bring to our city.
We also welcome Carole Brady, Ex. Director of HomeAid Houston. She works with members of the GHBA to facilitate new construction and remodeling of shelters and facilities for local homeless care providers.
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Who would have thought you could create an almost hour long podcast about fencing? I didn't, but we learned a lot! If it's keeping your dog in your yard, keeping your neighbors dog out or keeping your nosey neighbor from getting in your business everyone needs a fence.
On this episode we are joined by Alex Galvan, owner of Rio Grande Fence Co. to discuss all types of fencing and the do's and don'ts.
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Got your attention! Now, let's talk Demolition! As much as we would like to keep some of the old cool homes, sometimes there is a need to tear them down and build new.
Jim Bulgier, President of JTB Services joins us to share his immense knowledge of this "art". Yes, there is a method to the madness! Since 1986 Jim and his crew have been changing the city's landscape and repurposing and recycling along the way!
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What a fun ride it's been! One year and 41+ episodes later we are still just as excited to continue providing our listeners with valuable information on building a custom home!
Join us as we clink our glasses of champagne together and share some great memories of the past year, growing pains, bloopers and much more.
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Made you listen! So, what did the third little piggy build his house out of? YES! BRICK! On this episode we are joined by Damian Law and Carlos Detering of South Texas Brick and Stone to take a deep dive into brick and stone! The choices of bricks today is immense! Not only color, but shape, and application!
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Every set of house plans must be engineered before it can be built. What does that mean to you as a homeowner? How do you go about it? How do you find an engineer that does that? How much time does it take?
Here to answer those questions is Karl Breckon, founder and CEO of BEC Engineers. With years of experience in the industry Karl has engineered hundreds of custom homes.
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There is so much terminology used in our industry that we decided to share it in two episodes! In Part 2 we discuss more of the interior of the home and the details of the overall design.
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Often times when talking to our clients we may sound like we are speaking another language!! It's normal for us but we forget that most clients have never heard some of the words we use!
We've created two episodes of what I call "Industry Lingo" to help all of you designing and building a custom home! You'll be armed and ready to have a knowledgeable conversation with any designer or builder.
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"You learn something new everyday", or at least that's how the saying goes. With that being said the three of us decided to do an episode about things that we've learned from our guests and each other on the 35 episodes we have posted thus far!
Stay tuned for more great episodes to come! Engineering, masonry, paint, industry terminology and more!
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We decided after 34 episodes of talking about the "process" of building a custom home, our listeners would like to hear from one of our clients that recently went through it! Joining us is April and occasionally Ben who have been living in their Loyd Russel Homes custom home for eight months now. She shares the importance of doing your research and working with a team.
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It's only fitting that we post our gutter episode after enduring weeks and weeks of rain here in Houston. Who would have thought we could create an episode just about gutters! Well, tune in as Steve, Steve and I discuss the types of gutters and other rain diverters and collection products.
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We've all been at a point in our lives where we realize we just have too much "stuff"! We don't use it or haven't used it in years but how do we decide what to keep, donate, sell or throw away? Justin Mazurkewicz owner of The Clutter King joins us to answer these questions and more!
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Welcome Jason McHugh with Perfection Supply to the show! Jason has been in the "hot" business of fireplaces for over 21 years and shares his knowledge about everything fireplaces!!
Perfection Supply is family owned and operated and the largest single location suppliers of fireplaces in the country! Their showroom displays everything from traditional log burning to linear gas fireplaces.
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Not just a boring painted steel door these days! The choices are endless! We are joined by Matt Davis, owner of HALO Doors and Lead Salesperson Dolan Rivette to talk about the many options you have to choose from when selecting your garage door.
Their brands include Clopay, Martin, Amarr, Wayne Dalton and more.
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We all spend a large percentage of our life in the master bathroom so it should be functional, tranquil and well thought out.
In this episode the Steve's and I discuss all the little details that go into making each bathroom we design unique to the people using them.
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A.K.A. trim pieces! This is a must in every home. Baseboards & door casings for sure but what about crown molding, shoe molding, window casing, wall paneling and the list goes on.
On today's episode we are joined by Del Westmoreland, Sales Manager at The Detering Company. Growing up in the industry & with more than 40 years of experience we could not have a more knowledgeable guest!
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Recorded from the newly refurbished La Colombe d'Or Hotel and Restaurant we are surrounded by exquisite architecture and design. A fitting setting to discuss unique spaces in Houston, historical remodels and design trends.
Diane Cowen, Architecture and Home Design Writer for the Houston Chronicle for over 20 years shares stories about homes, highrises and commercial spaces she's visited and the creative design details and architecture within them. We were also treated to copies of her cookbook "Sunday Dinners: Food, Family and Faith from our Favorite Pastors" which can be found on Amazon.
Sticks of gold is how I refer to lumber these days! You can't build a house without it but the cost is certainly causing raised eyebrows from clients during budget meetings.
For this episode we welcomed Aaron Collier with Builders First Source/BMC to the show! His knowledge of selling lumber in Houston for over 18 years allowed us to provide our listeners some very valuable information.
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Extremely important but not always exciting to talk about when designing a custom home is the HVAC system. With our ever changing climate it's more important than ever to have a great system in your new home.
On today's episode Denny Patterson, VP of Lone Star Air Systems joins us to to discuss the nuances of HVAC to guide you in selecting the right system for your home.
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It's difficult to have a home without appliances! With the variety to choose from today it's easy to be overwhelmed walking into an appliance showroom especially knowing you are about to drop several thousand dollars!
Welcome Patrick Guerrero with K&N Sales to our show! With more than 25 years of appliance sales experience Patrick will guide you to make the right decision!
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You've had an awesome custom home designed so keeping it cool and/or warm is extremely important. These days there are so many choices! Foam, batt, blown in, rolled in, spray it in! OK, I'm confused!
We brought in an expert! Chris Smink with Garland Insulating shares his expertise to guide you to make the best decision for your home.
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You've designed and built your custom home but did you budget for landscaping? Curb appeal and backyard beauty need to be discussed at the same time you are designing the home. Often times there is no money left for this important item.
Becky Steele with Outdoor Elements shares her knowledge of all things landscaping in this fun episode!
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Not every home needs an elevator but when it does you want to be sure to be educated. There are many different types, brands, styles and more importantly price points.
In this episode our guest Rhyse Boeneke from Residential Elevators explains all you need to know to make a decision when adding an elevator to your home.
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Tile is always one of my favorite selections to make for a custom home. The styles, colors, shapes & more allow for some very inspiring designs.
Tune into this episode and listen to June, a tile specialist with Thorntree Slate Studio as she shares how tile is made, the difference in finishes, the difference between ceramic and porcelain and so much more great content!
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Absolutely the most important detail in designing and building a custom home or any home for that matter is BUDGET! Everyone has one whether it's $10 million or $500,000.
In this episode we are joined by Steve Rudin's business partner Russel Garrison to dive deep into how a budget is broken down and why we spend so much time discussing it throughout the design and building process.
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When it comes to making cabinet selections it can become overwhelming. Manufactured cabinets or job built? Stained or painted? Floating or not? Door style? Hardware or no hardware?
We are joined by Leslie Keyes from Keyes Design Collaborative to help us break down the cabinet selection process so you don't end up frustrated and ready to give up.
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"There's a world out there. Open a window and there it is." -Robin Williams
You don't want to build a house without windows but what type? There are many and they all have different functions, ratings, styles and efficiency. On this episode Seth LeMacks answers our questions and gives you questions to ask your builder about the windows that will be installed in your house.
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Welcome to our podcast! We realized after creating more than 19 episodes that we never made an introduction episode! I guess we were just so excited to share all of our knowledge of designing & building a custom home.
Our tagline sums it up, we have candid conversations! Sometimes the three of us but often we have industry professionals join us to share their knowledge of the products they sell that you will no doubt be using when building your new home.
We look forward to educating you on the process that we've created. If you use it, it works!!!
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My favorite selection to make when remodeling or building a home is lighting!! This is the "jewelry" of the home and is a key element in pulling everything together for your overall design.
In this episode we are joined by Toby Elali from LIghting Inc. on Richmond Ave. With over 20 years of experience in the lighting industry she shares with us the smallest details you won't want to leave out in your design. From recessed lighting, art lighting and under cabinet lighting, we cover it all!
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One of the larger ticket items on your selection list when building a new home is plumbing!! The choices are endless from style, finish, function and price.
On today's episode we are joined by one of my favorite Ferguson sales reps Laura Wolfe. We have her share some of her favorite plumbing pieces, their uses and where she sees the market going this year.
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Selecting wood floors or wood floor alternatives can get very overwhelming. Whether you are building a new home or remodeling your existing one and you want wood floors (or the look of them) what is the best option?
Tony Batista, owner of Floors2Luv joins us on this episode to answer all the questions we've been asked. What is the difference between engineered wood, solid wood, laminate and LVT? You will find out!
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When it comes to selecting countertops for your new home or replacing the ones in your current home there are more materials than ever to choose from. Which one is the best one? Which one is the most durable? Which one is least likely to stain?
All these questions and more are answered by Daniel Robinson of Stone Store. Join us on this episode as we address all things countertops!
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If you are trying to decide if you want to add a swimming pool to your custom home design or you are thinking about adding one to your existing home this episode is for you.
Cole Parish with Lush Outdoor Living joins us to discuss all things pool. What type is best, do's and don'ts, price point, cool features and more!
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Whether you build a custom home or remodel your current one, you know you need plans and a builder/contractor but.......... Do you really need an Interior Designer?
In this episode our co-host Shannon Vestal tells us why you absolutely need an Interior Designer! They will help you.....
- Implement current design trends
- Stay in budget
- Keep project on schedule
- Incorporate materials that are practical & affordable
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When designing a custom home for our clients wine storage seems to always be a big topic of discussion. How much wine are you needing to store, does it need to be climate controlled, do you require an entire room for it or would a small wine fridge suffice?
We are joined by wine guru Jost Lunstroth with NCV to answer all those questions and more! You won't want to miss this one!
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You've decided to design and build a custom home but the first thing the designer and/or builder is going to need to know is what your budget is. While it's not everyone's favorite topic it is necessary to determine how you are going to pay for this new home.
On this episode we are joined by Craig Levin with First United Mortgage. Craig walks us through the steps you need to take to determine how much you can qualify for, when to start the process and questions to ask your lender.
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Probably the second most utilized room in your house, the kitchen and mud room see a lot of activity. Dirty clothes, dirty shoes, stinky athletic bags and more!
Join us as we discuss the little details that we like to incorporate in the design of these spaces. Utilizing every last inch for storage but also making it functional.
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When it comes to audio visual, lighting control or what some call whole home automation the sky's the limit! That is true, but there is always a budget.
Join us as we chat with Ryan Heine from Refined Systems, a provider of audio/video and automation systems. Learn about controlling landscape lighting, motorized shades, set lighting scenes in your home and more!
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When having your custom home designed there are lots of things to think about! Do you want a formal dining room, how big should the bedrooms be, do we want a tub in the master bathroom and so much more. BUT!!! Don't forget the four legged furry friends that will be living there too or the ones without legs that will need their tank to have a spot!
In this episode we share stories about projects where we've created unique designs for all sorts of pets.
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Plumbing is always one of the first selections to make when building a custom home or remodeling, but how do you determine the best place to go? We welcome Debbie Fischer Kocinski with Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery to give you tips for finding the right vendor for your plumbing project.
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You've found your lot, your builder, the architect and the designer! Whew! That's a relief! Now, how do you convey to your architect or plan designer what you want this house to look like? The style, the finishes, the fine details. In this episode we will discuss how Steve and Shannon spend a few hours with you walking through every little detail in what they call the Design Criteria Meeting.
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You've finally decided it's time to build that custom home you've always wanted but where? Finding the perfect lot can be overwhelming! Will the house we want fit? What are the set backs? Does it flood? Does it face west? Are we getting a good price?
All of these are necessary questions to ask but there are more! Join us as we discuss finding a lot and the questions you should ask and who can answer them for you.
If you're thinking about adding a bar to your custom home or you're planning a remodel of an existing home you want to listen to this episode.
In this episode we welcome Rysse Goldfarb, creator of Mommy Mixology. She has been sharing recipes and cocktail musings on Instagram since 2016. She teaches the art of cocktail making to clients via zoom and consults with homeowners to design, stock and set up home bars.
Her Instagram page and website mommymixology.net is a resource for books, tools, glassware, recipes and all things cocktail related.
How do you find a residential designer, architect, custom home designer and interior designer when you’re ready to build your dream home? Tune in to this episode where we share our tips and questions to ask those potential designers.
When making plans to have a custom home built there are several ways to find your potential builder. After you have a list of potential builders to talk to you need to know what the important questions are to ask. Tune in as we discuss these questions and more!