Elizabeth Vergara

DEMO THIS. BUILD THAT.

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DEMO THIS. BUILD THAT. is your exclusive backstage pass into the world of high-end home renovations. Hosted by Elizabeth Vergara of Vergara Homes — this podcast dives into the beauty, chaos, and magic behind turning dust and demo into custom luxury living. From full-gut renovations and apartment overhauls to dreamy design collabs and behind-the-scenes drama, Elizabeth brings you inside the process with real talk, top-tier guests, and design inspiration that’ll have you wanting to break down a wall or two. Welcome to the heart of the home — where things get real, and beautiful.

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Elizabeth Vergara

Episodes

Ep. 05: Building Dream Spaces: Collaboration, Creativity, and Renovation Insights With Kat Gallardo 28.11.2025 33:31

What if your dream home renovation turned into a nightmare—simply because you hired the wrong contractor? On this episode of "Demo This, Build That," we’re tearing down the illusions of luxury renovations and diving into the REAL challenges and wins of building (or rebuilding!) your perfect space. Join host Elizabeth Vergara as she welcomes acclaimed interior designer, journalist, and ph...

Ep. 04: Customer Service That Never Sleeps: The Secret to Elegance in Hardware’s Success 14.11.2025 25:23

What if the difference between renovation chaos and seamless dream-home design is hidden in something as small as a doorknob? In this episode of "Demo This Build That," host Elizabeth Vergara sits down with Ali Moneer, owner of Elegance in Hardware, and hardware specialist Richard Carpio, to reveal the extraordinary world behind high-end hardware—and why it’s the secret weapon in luxury...

Ep. 03: Meet the New 700 Park: Where Chic Meets Functionality 29.10.2025 5:16

What happens when Park Avenue tradition meets jaw-dropping modern luxury? In this episode of "Demo This. Built That," we take you inside a once-dated, quintessential New York apartment that’s been transformed into a dream home—where high-end finishes, glamorous fixtures, and clever design solutions bring a bold new life to every corner. Host Elizabeth Vergara leads a behind-the-scenes tour in “700...

Ep. 02: Raising the Bar: Behind the Scenes at The Chandelier Room 15.10.2025 18:23

What does it really take to build a show stopping luxury bar in just five days—while battling curveballs, tight budgets, and midnight pivots? In this can’t-miss episode of Demo This Build That, host Elizabeth Vergara sits down with Jose from The Chandelier Room in Staten Island for a brutally honest, behind-the-scenes look at the wild journey of transforming his space and business. You’ll discover...

Ep. 01: Building Luxury From Scratch: The St. Augustine Home Tour Experience 02.10.2025 7:35

Ever wondered how luxury dream homes are really built from the ground up—structural surprises, clever tricks, and all? On this episode of "Demo This. Build That," host Elizabeth Vergara pulls back the curtain on an extraordinary new build in St. Augustine, Florida, taking you step-by-step through the design decisions, challenges, and jaw-dropping details that turn a construction site into a bespok...

Ep. 00: From Demolition to Dream Home: The Real Renovation Journey 01.10.2025 3:11

What really happens when luxury renovations get down and dirty? You might drool over those glossy photos in home design magazines, but the real story involves concrete dust, surprise challenges, and daily chaos that never makes the cover spread. In the debut episode of "Demo This, Build That," Elizabeth Vergara—founder of Vergara Homes—takes you behind the polished surface and into the h...