In the House

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, a construction podcast hosted by Lonnie and Michael, they sit down with John Hudson, founder of 100 Fold Studio, to talk about the myth of the "starchitect" and how his faith has shaped a major philosophy in his work: listen before you draw. John designed ultra-high-end residences throughout the Southeast before starting his own firm. A month...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, a construction podcast hosted by Lonnie and Michael, they sit down with Derrick McClintock, founder of The Man Training Show. Derrick did not set out to build a viral platform. He was a carpenter who had fired his entire crew because he could not find young men with the basic skills and work ethic to last more than two weeks on a job site. A young guy o...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, a construction podcast hosted by Lonnie and Michael, the guys go it alone and tackle two topics every Austin builder and homeowner needs to understand right now. The conversation starts with online design inspiration and why what you see in a photo is rarely what you get in real life. Lonnie and Michael break down why images from the Pacific Northwest,...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, a construction podcast hosted by Lonnie and Michael, they sit down with Matthew Charles, founder of Capitol City Construction in Austin, Texas, to break down everything builders need to know before hiring a framing crew. The conversation gets into the red flags builders miss — framers who skip references, skip the questions, and show up with a dirty tru...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, a construction podcast hosted by Lonnie and Michael continue their conversation with Eric Rauser, architect, builder, and founder of Rauser Construction in Austin, Texas for part two. They kick things off with construction pet peeves. Eric makes the case that fireplaces in Texas are almost completely unnecessary as a heat source in a modern high perform...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, hosts Lonnie and Michael sit down with Eric Rauser, architect, builder, and founder of Rauser Construction in Austin, Texas. Eric's background is unlike most builders you will meet. He graduated from Cal Poly with a degree in architecture, worked at a firm in San Francisco where he learned construction detailing from an old school drafter who refuse...

Stop wasting money on an HVAC system design that fails. Learn why a dehumidifier for HVAC is essential for achieving true home climate control performance. Optimizing your home comfort starts with understanding the hardware you choose. This discussion breaks down the critical relationship between equipment selection and installation quality. We examine why even the most expensive units struggle if...

Learn how a passive house maintains perfect indoor comfort with almost no mechanical heating or cooling systems. This conversation breaks down the core principles of passive house design, specifically focusing on the essential rules of construction. We explore why a well-designed home relies on building physics rather than complex machinery to regulate temperature. This is for homeowners, architec...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, hosts Lonnie and Michael sit down with Ben Broughton for an unfiltered and controversial conversation. They kick things off with lien releases why one builder argues they are a complete waste of time, money, and paperwork that rarely protect you when it actually matters. They back it up with a real story of getting blindsided by a contractor who pockete...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, hosts Lonnie and Michael sit down with Dan Barrett, founder of Texas Job Site Solutions, to have the conversation every builder, contractor, and project manager needs to hear. Unprotected job sites are silently bleeding money and most builders don't even realize how much until it's too late. Scratched glass, gouged hardwood floors, damaged count...

In this episode of the In The House Podcast, hosts Lonnie and Michael sit down with Austin-based architect Winn Whitman to discuss the topics reshaping how Americans live and build their homes. The housing crisis is forcing families to rethink everything and Winn is seeing it firsthand in his designs. From dual primary suites to ADUs and flexible multigenerational floor plans, he breaks down exact...

This week on the In the House podcast, Tim Hill and Daniel Glauser of Risinger Build, talk with us about what makes up the typical residential construction field team. Tim and Daniel also share with us some wisdom they acquired over the years about creating good habits, keeping their teams on track, and why contractors are responsible for driving quality. We also get into their new podcast "W...

On this episode of In the House Michael tells us his big news! Also, we reflect on Michael's time as a builder and some of the lessons learned. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend!-Links:www.stollestudios.com-Show Sponsors:Trade Markshttps://trademarklayout.com/-Produced by X Squared Media LLC.-Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.i...

On this episode of In the House we discuss the benefits of having a custom designed mechanical system for your residential project. Also, what are some things you should consider before hiring a mechanical engineer. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend!-Links:ceseng.com-Show Sponsors:Trade Markshttps://trademarklayout.com/-Produced by X Squared Media LLC.-M...

On this episode we discuss the importance of Service, Lighting Design and Power Management in ultra high-end construction. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend!-Links:captivatetx.com-Show Sponsors:Trade Markshttps://trademarklayout.com/-Produced by X Squared Media LLC. Thumbnail Credits - Photography: Jimi Smith Photography Architecture: Michael G. Imber Ar...

To kick off 2026, Erika Bonfanti with Acton Partners helps Michael and Lonnie answer the question: Do we have the capability, using modern building practices, to build a home that will last 1000 years? Acton Partners is an engineering firm in Austin, Texas focused on providing efficient, reliable, long-term solutions to building enclosure-related issues. Learn about specific materials and best pra...

For the final episode of 2025 we talk all about pool construction! TJ Thompson with Cascade Custom Pools in Austin TX tells us his story about how he got into the pool business. TJ describes which pool features are cutting edge, and which are just not worth the investment. You will also learn what areas builders and architects should focus to make their pool project a long term success. If you enj...

On this episode of In the House, Sara Swenson of Dalgleish Construction Company in Austin Tx speaks with us about building your high performance team! Sara talks about what qualities she looks for in a candidate, and how to know if they will make a good fit. We also discuss the challenges that come with building a team that is not physically together, and how the labor market has changed over the...

In this episode Han Vu, Creator of WallBytes, talks with Lonnie and Michael about the many uses and benefits of using WallBytes on your construction project. We take a deep dive into how WallBytes technology originated as well as future applications of this system. If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend!-Links:https://www.wallbytes.com/-Show Sponsors:Trade Ma...

In this episode, Michael and Lonnie discuss the biggest construction headlines and America's next project to celebrate the 250th anniversary of this great nation! - If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend! - Show Sponsors: Trade Marks https://trademarklayout.com/ - Produced by X Squared Media LLC. - Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t...

In this episode, Michael and Lonnie take a hindsight look at project costs and breakdown the reasons why they change. Also, see Michael and Lonnie's reaction to cool project details, OSHA violations, crazy art exhibits and more! If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button and share with a friend!-Show Sponsors:Trade Markshttps://trademarklayout.com/-Produced by X Squared Media LLC.-M...

On this episode of In the House, Michael and I have a chat with Brent Kendle of Kendle Design Collaborative in Scottsdale AZ. Brent tells us what inspired him to get into the field of architecture. We also talk about the role regionalism plays in design and we discuss some of Brent's projects over the years. Co-Host: Michael Stolle - Show Sponsors: Trade Marks https://trademarklayout.com/ - Produc...

Today on In the House, Michael and I sit down for discussion about what we love about construction! I give my take on how to go about solving a problem even when the solution is unclear and we dive into the topic of team development, and how we get high performance. If you like this episode please share with a friend and give the show five stars! Thanks for listening! Co-Host: Michael Stolle - Sho...

Today on In the House, Michael and I discuss project punch out. Michael gives us a look into end of project financials and having a healthy contingency fund. We talk about understanding owner priorities during punch out and who should be responsible for driving quality. We also provide answers and real examples for some listener questions. If you like this episode please share with a friend and gi...

On this episode of In the House podcast, Michael and I have a conversation with Ben McCullough of Livewire Fabrication. Ben tells us about his background and how he found his way to steel fabrication here in Austin TX. We continue to discuss the Build Different mission and dive into process adherence, budgeting, scheduling and how Livewire keeps their projects running smoothly and efficiently. If...