The Art of Construction

On this episode of the Art of Construction, we sit down with Mariana Pickering and Enrico Bonilauri, Owners of Emu Systems. They discuss passive house standards, air & moisture flow, risk and liability, process inefficiencies, and how they have come up with a way to standardize it all to improve the building process. Have a listen as we chat with Mariana and Enrico about their solutions to rem...

On this episode of the Art of Construction, we have an informative conversation with Jeff Ayers and Jeff Gates, Co-Owners of Denver Design Build. They let us in on practices they have adopted to make their company successful, from happy employees to satisfied customers. Ayers and Gates also share what they do to save time and discuss the difference between using a design build process and standard...

On this episode of the Art of Construction, we have a delightful chat with Owner/Principle of Studio 10, Kristen Terjesen and her Creator of Opportunities, Amy Dunn. As a young motivated design firm, with goals to double the size of the company, Kristen and Amy share with us several strategies they utilize to achieve that growth. Working with both residential and commercial architects, builders, s...

On this episode of Art of Construction we learn about Monograph from Co-Founder Robert Yuen. Three Architects have come together to bring you a website builder geared towards Architects and the AEC community. As we learn about Robert’s company it becomes clear that strengthening your firm’s presence with a technology designed by architects for architects could turn out to be more beneficial than o...

On this episode of the Art of Construction we introduce Bryce Ballew, Founder of Tradecraft Industries and Sarah Battani, Director of Operations. Tradecraft Industries is a co-working space for the construction industry. Bryce and Sarah share with us how it provides everything you need to scale up your business, serves as a community space for construction industry professionals to meet and collab...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we a have a revealing conversation with Andersen Windows & Doors’ Rob Garofalo, Senior Business Manager, and Nathan Cregeur, Product Manager. They share a plethora of information providing insight into the company’s focus on architects and contractors. They also discuss how product development is influenced by customer desires and needs, sustainabilit...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we chat with Kurt Bouma, Partner at Architectural Elements and Wholesale Millwork. They offer top quality exterior trim materials and custom fabrication made of PVC or Urethane, providing a low maintenance option for your projects. Have a listen as Kurt explains how they can create exactly what you are looking for rather than limiting you to generic sizes...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we introduce you to Chad Bleeker and Jason Bast, Co-Owners of Forever Barnwood. Their company was born out of Architects and Contractors need to find reclaimed barn wood that is more accessible and available in unlimited quantities. Through this discussion you will learn the process, products and styles Forever Barnwood provides. They offer a beautiful, e...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we have a wonderful discussion with David Eisenberg and Laura Bartels. Laura is the Executive Director of the Mindful Life Program and has 20 years of experience in the field of sustainable building and community development. David is the co-founder and Director of the Development Center for Appropriate Technology and has led the effort to create a sustai...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we introduce you to what living a Full Life Perspective is all about. Devon Tilly was introduced to this concept by it’s creator Greg Gebben and now Devon is bringing this training to the new age to benefit all of us who are looking for REAL tools to help us accomplish our goals. Living the Full Life Perspective will not only enhance your personal life bu...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we have an eye-opening conversation with Gregory Hernandez, owner of G Karl Company. Gregory discusses the many ways an individual can continue to develop themselves as well as their company. You will walk away from this show understanding what it means to be a trusted advisor to your clients, how to obtain employees that you can consider trusted partners...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION we have an insightful discussion with Emily Thompson, Editor of Window & Door Magazine. Working for an organization that is focused on educating the construction industry and elevating fenestration, Emily has a lot to offer our guests. Topics covered include upcoming trends, what makes dealers and manufacturers stand out in the industry, and how she h...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an educational chat with Neal Evers, Architect, AIA at HMH Architecture and Instructor at CU Boulder. As an architect that has worked in various firms, large to small, and currently teaches architecture students, Neal has a wide variety of attention-grabbing knowledge about the profession. From discussions about the transition from student to pro...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an illuminating conversation with Tim Zorich, Sales Consultant and Hardware Specialist at Mountain View Window & Door. Tim has over 40 years experience working with decorative hardware and shares his wealth of knowledge on how to make the hardware side of your project go smoothly. Tune in and learn the reasons why thinking about hardware earl...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we spoke to Chief Architect Expert, Dan Baumann. Back in 1993, Baumann owned a construction company. Around that time he started using Chief Architect in its earliest iterations. Since then he has become one of the software’s chief experts, advising and training the architectural community on how to best utilize Chief Architect to help grow their busines...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an educational talk with Peter Brown, Owner of Peter Brown Innovative Design. Not only does the conversation focus on the success of projects, but we dig deeper and learn about the actual methods Peter uses to attain and maintain communication, organization, relationships, collaboration and foresight, all of these very important elements play a r...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an informative chat with Matt Jones, Owner of Tradie Web Guys and Host of The Site Shed, about the importance of building a presence for your business and the tools you can utilize to build that presence. Matt shares with us his experience working in the trade and how he ended up where he is today. After this show you will know what content creat...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an insightful conversation with Doug Patt, Architect and Author. Doug discusses the bad rap that architects have on job sites and shares with us ways he has learned to dissolve those preconceived notions and build strong working relationships with GC’s. We also learn what it takes to be efficient while working remotely. With Doug’s plethora of le...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an inspirational discussion with Lindsey Love and Lindsay Schack, owners of Love|Schack Architecture, about what led them to found their partnership and the stepping stones they are taking to grow it. They are committed to building sustainable, high-performance, natural buildings. They discuss their experiences working with natural materials and...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we sit down with Ken Patton, General Manager of Rize Construction, LLC. With the conversation centering on start-up companies and successful collaboration, Ken shares some key components to hit the ground running. In a noteworthy and motivating discussion, you will gain a valuable understanding of: • Developing your company culture • Handling transitions...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we have an eye opening conversation with Yves Frinault, CEO and Co-Founder of Fieldwire. Yves shares with us a wonderful mobile construction management tool for Foremen and Supers to make project execution more efficient. Devon and Kevin discuss with Yves the slow start the industry has had on utilizing technology and what exactly embracing it, using too...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we engage in a stimulating conversation with Jayshree Shah, Technical Marketing Representative, AIA NCARB LEED AP BD+C at American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC). Jayshree shares exercises that have proven successful in getting: • your company or firm name out there • to know more individuals and companies in the building industry • to know the c...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, Jason Brown, President of Ascent Builders, discusses his experience of growing a small high-end remodeling and construction company into a large full service general contracting company, covering all phases of residential and commercial construction. You’ll learn how to utilize technology as a key component to improve customer service, project management...

On this episode of the Art of Construction, Enoch Sears, Architect and Founder of Business of Architecture and ArchitectsMarketing.com , shares with us, through his research of successful architecture firms, what it takes for a small firm architect to succeed. Enoch is famous for helping architects increase their income and freedom using client attraction strategies. On this episode you will learn...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, Connor Fox, Project Manager for L & K Partners Inc., gives us a view of building from the Project Manager’s perspective. You will gain professional insight into job site management while Connor shares methods he uses to ensure projects are completed on time and according to plan.