Modern Craftsman

Luke Mann is the owner of Rangeline Homes. They provide new construction and renovations to the foothills of Denver. Luke talks about employee policies, subcontractor policies, transitioning into a management position, new construction vs. renovations, taxes, smoking policies and much more.   Where to find our Guest: Luke Mann @rangelinehomes on Instagram   Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @...

This week the guys talk about effort and how it impacts every aspect of their life. They also touch on being inspired by old houses, details, schedule, quality, and much more.  Article Tyler references: https://www.thisiscarpentry.com/2013/12/13/eave-returns-interpreting-gyhr-details/   Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Inst...

You know him from This Old House and The New Yankee Workshop the legend Norm Abram joins the guys. They talk about This Old House, The New Yankee Workshop, being on TV, building Norm's house, moving the industry forward, and much more.  This episode was sponsored by: Kuiken Brothers @kuikenbrothers on Instagram www.kuikenbrothers.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram...

Will Dennis is the owner of Premier Woodcrafting which specializes in wood floor installations. Will talks about how he got into carpentry, NWFA (national wood flooring association), working with builders, no excuses, adding value, and some tips and tricks of the trade.    Where to find our Guest: Will Dennis @premierwoodcrafting98 on Instagram   Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders...

 Ken Decost is the lead cabinet maker at NS Builders in Boston. Ken takes us behind the curtain of what it's like to work at NS Builders. He talks about efficiency, raising the bar, process and what it's like being a craftsman.    Where to find our Guest: Ken DeCost @kendecost on Instagram   Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on...

Brendan O'Sullivan is the owner and carpenter for Keystone Home Remodeling in Norristown, PA. He talks about the difference in markets, why he left the flip market, making mistakes, and getting paid what you're worth.    Where to find our Guest: Brendan O'Sullivan @thekeystonecarpenter on Instagram   Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeco...

Lou Mellinghausen owns Penn Painting based in Chalfont, Pennsylvania and is Fine Paints of Europe certified. Lou talks about his background, transparency with clients and dives deep on what's safe to share or keep secret on social media when it comes to trade secrets.    Where to find our Guest: Lou Mellinghausen @pennpainting on Instagram     Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on...

Nate Gusakov works for Zone 6 Energy based in Vermont. They are AEROBarrier installers and home efficiency experts. Nate talks about the process and science behind getting your home to maximum efficiency. This is a deep dive into the future of insulating homes and there's a banjo.  This episode is sponsored by AEROBarrier  www.aerobarrier.net     Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov  nategusakov.com  ...

The three amigos are back! The guys fall into several rabbit holes but touch on credit, stealing, inspiration, advertising, being published, and much more.  Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman  

Matt Sargent joins John and Tyler to talk about the not so obvious benefits of a well-designed home.  Matt is the Partner and Studio Director at Island Architects. "Matt has happily spent over 20 years designing custom homes and renovating historic properties throughout the East Coast. His work spans from historic Boston, Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard and the coast of Maine all the way through Sout...

Ben Horning owns a design-build firm that operates out of Chester County PA. Ben's background is in financing and comes to construction from the business side. He emailed The Modern Craftsman to argue making money should be just as important as high craftsmanship.  Where to find our guest: Ben Horning @bhdb_ben on Instagram Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTub...

Nick, Tyler, and John are back! The guys have on Milissa Hyrsko and Amy Kearns and debate about owning mistakes vs. admitting fault and builders workload vs. designers workload. They also discuss warranties, movers, podcast life and much more.  Where to find Modern Design Minds: @moderndesignminds on Instagram.  Melissa Hryszko @verandainterior on Instagram. Amy Lynn @amylynn_interiors on Instagra...

Modern Design Minds takes of The Modern Craftsman! Melissa Hryszko & Amy Kearns put Tyler in the hot seat and talk about designers, the role designers play in the PROcess, regulating designers and more. Enjoy! Where to find Modern Design Minds: @moderndesignminds on Instagram.  Melissa Hryszko @verandainterior on Instagram. Amy Lynn @amylynn_interiors on Instagram. Where to find our Hosts: Nick Sc...

This week Mike Telich of Telich Custom Homes out of Baton Rouge Louisiana joins the guys. He talks about taking risks, what gives him an edge, not bidding against other contractors, the hardest lessons learned and being confident vs cocky with your skill.  This Episode is sponsored by Kuiken Brothers.  Where to find our guest: Mike Telich @telichcustomhomes on Instagram Where to find our sponsor:...

If you're starting a business or have plans to start a business of any kind this episode is a must listen. The guys talk with Chris who is starting his own construction business. Chris is an avid listener of the podcast and stopped by to observe Nick's shop. Then the guys gave him a mic and started asking him the hard questions! Special thanks to Chris for being on the podcast with zero warning an...

Nick and Tyler went live on Instagram to answer your questions. This episode circles around one main theme... making the tough decision to not compromise quality for budget. The guys share their experiences from both sides of the fence.  Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram  John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuild...

This week the guys return to their roots and talk to each other about their current struggles and try to help each other find solutions. The conversation includes making realistic schedules, client relationships, and risk tolerance.   Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram  John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders...

Peter Humphrey & Louisa Eggleston of Humphrey Munson talk about kitchens and kitchen design. Peter shares the origin story of Humphrey Munson and what it takes to build a brand. This episode dives deep on quality, team building, and maintaining excellence.  Humphrey Munson is based in the UK where they design and build handmade kitchens. Where to find our guests: @humphreymunson on Instagram    Wh...

Nick and Johnny grill Steve about what it's like working with Tyler every day and Marley shares an interesting story about working with a feng shui consultant on one of his new construction projects. The guys have a deep discussion about building and maintaining strong relationships with employees.  Where to find our guests: John Marley @finewoodworking on Instagram Steve Kane @stevekane1022 on In...

CJ Nielsen is a high-end residential electrical contractor in Sonoma County California. CJ talks about his start in the industry which eventually lead him to create CNC Electric. He discusses the economy he works in, wildfires, and where he sees himself in 10 years.  Where to find our guest: CJ Nielsen @cnc_electric on Instagram.  Where to find our Hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and...

In our final podcast from the International Builders Show 2019, the guys talk with Manny Neves. Manny started out in the film industry and then found himself renovating homes in Toronto CA. The guys talk about starting out and finding your inner confidence, understanding the client relationship on a deeper level and the good & bad of Instagram.  This episode is sponsored by Thermory.  Where to fin...

We dropped by the Buildertrend booth at IBS to talk with Paul Wurth VP of Sales. The guys dive deep on the benefits and the drawbacks of implementing software on the job site. Nick uses BuilderTrend for his jobs and Johnny has his own system. Get an in-depth look at both sides.  This episode is sponsored by Buildertrend.  Where to find our guests: @buildertrend on Instagram. Where to find our Host...

We stopped at the Huber Engineered Woods booth at the International Builders Show and talked with Jure Krpan of Dakota Homes and Matt Minchew GM ZIP System Roof Applications. Don't be alarmed if you visit @dakotahomes on Instagram and see no profile picture. Jure builds custom homes in Vancouver Canada. Matt Minchew is spearheading the growth of ZIP System Roof Applications. The guys talk about qu...

Our second episode coming out of the International Builders Show 2019 features Richard Trethewey. He has been the plumbing and HVAC expert on This Old House for the past 40 years. Rich talks about the future of the trades, why he decided to share his expertise and techniques on TOH and shares some great stories!  Where to find our guest: Richard Trethewey @thisoldplumber on Instagram & Twitter and...

Internation Builders Show 2019! The guys set up at the Schluter-Systems booth to talk with Adam L. Esparza of ALE Tile & Andrew Acker of Schluter-Systems. They discuss the evolution of tiling as a trade and the important details that are often overlooked or disregarded. A must listen for all things tile! Where to find our guest: Adam L. Esparza @aletile on Instagram  Andrew Acker @schlutersystemsn...