Work in Process's Podcast

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill What makes the perfect home for celebrating the Fourth of July? Is it a sprawling covered porch, an outdoor kitchen, a swimming pool, or simply a place where family and friends can gather together? In this special holiday episode of Work in Process , Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill take a break from discussing budgets, project management, and building science to expl...

When most people think of project management, they picture someone walking a jobsite with a set of plans, checking on trades and making sure work is being done correctly. While that’s certainly part of the job, effective project management in custom homebuilding is much broader—and much more important—than that.   In this episode of Work in Process , Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill pull back the curta...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill Cost Plus is one of the most misunderstood concepts in custom homebuilding. In this episode, Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill break down what Cost Plus actually means, why it serves as the foundation of Risinger Build’s process, and how it creates transparency and flexibility throughout a custom home project. The conversation covers how construction budgets are develo...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser After more than a year in the making, Risinger Build’s Client Guidebook is finally here. In this episode of Work In Process , Daniel Glauser shares the story behind the creation of Risinger Build’s new internal guidebook — a resource designed to help clients and architects better understand the custom homebuilding process and what truly drives successful outcomes.   From pre-...

Hosts: Tim Hill and Justin Cragg A truly custom home experience doesn’t end at move-in. In many ways, that’s when it actually begins. In this episode of Work In Process , Tim Hill sits down with Risinger Build Customer Service Manager Justin Cragg to discuss one of the most overlooked — yet most critical — parts of custom homebuilding: commissioning, long-term service, and the ongoing relationship...

Hosts: Matt Risinger and Tim Hill What actually makes a home perform over time and why do so many fail? In Part 2 of the Build HD series, Matt Risinger and Tim Hill move from philosophy into application, breaking down the real-world decisions that determine whether a home is durable, resilient, and built to last. The conversation dives into enclosure design , including the critical control layers—...

What does it actually mean to build a home that lasts 100 years—or even 500? In this episode of Work In Process , Matt Risinger and Tim Hill begin a multi-part conversation introducing the philosophy behind the Build HD standard and their goal of building homes designed to perform for generations. Rather than starting with buzzwords like efficiency or sustainability, Tim explains the three foundat...

Hosts: Tim Hill and Matt Risinger In this episode of Work In Process , Tim Hill and Matt Risinger explore the unique challenges that spring and fall—known as the “shoulder seasons”—place on our homes. While temperatures may feel mild, these in-between seasons introduce a different kind of stress on indoor air quality, humidity control, and overall building performance. The conversation breaks down...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser, Chelsea Scharbach, and guest, Christine Williamson In this episode of Work In Process , Chelsea and Daniel sit down with architect and building scientist Christine Williamson. The conversation explores considerations for healthy and comfortable homes, including hiring the right team and defining the scope of work early. Christine shares insights from her work in building sci...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and guest, Jordan Smith In this episode of Work In Process , Tim and Daniel sit down with longtime friend and builder Jordan Smith to discuss his design-build company and the challenges of creating projects that last. Jordan shares his journey from materials engineering to high-performance homebuilding and explains how his technical background shaped a systems-base...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Work In Process , Daniel, Chelsea, and Tim celebrate the people who make their projects better: the architects, designers, consultants, trades, suppliers, and team members that Risinger Build loves working with. The team shares real-world stories about thoughtful detailing, full-scale templates, jobsi...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach Season two of Work In Process kicks off with a conversation about the custom residential construction trends the team hopes to see more of in 2026. Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach discuss the increasing sophistication of home technology, evolving client expectations for high-performance construction, and shifting perspectives a...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach In this holiday episode, Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach share practical guidance for preparing your home for cold weather, holiday gatherings, and winter comfort. From fireplaces that actually work in high-performance homes to preventing frozen pipes, managing cooking ventilation during peak baking season, and protecting your...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach What does comfort mean, and can comfort be intentionally designed into a home? In this episode of Work In Process , Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach dive into the many dimensions of comfort, from natural light and acoustics to thermal regulation, air quality, and materials. They share personal experiences and professional insigh...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill, with guest Derek Evans In this episode, Daniel and Tim sit down with Derek Evans of Native Solar for a deep dive into designing resilient homes. Derek shares how solar, battery backup, and generators fit into modern residential design, why early coordination with the builder and architect matters, and how client goals (from ROI to peace of mind) shape every syst...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach What does it take to build a home that still feels good a century from now? In this episode, the team digs into the mindset, design decisions, and construction practices behind long-lasting houses. They explore why durability matters, from reducing waste to preserving beauty, and how thoughtful planning, classic design, and smart detailing all...

Hosts: Tim Hill and Daniel Glauser, with guest Luke Marks In this episode of Work in Process , we sit down with longtime project manager Luke Marks to hear his story of building houses with his family, a detour through the finance world, and a remodel of his first home before landing at Risinger Build. Luke reflects on the changes he’s seen in the company over the past decade, from the scrappy ear...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach This Halloween, we are serving up opinions instead of candy. In this bonus holiday episode, Daniel and Chelsea give “trick” or “treat” verdicts on design trends and home features, from steel windows and shou sugi ban siding to fireplaces and concrete floors. Enjoy a lighthearted conversation about the features that are worth the hype and the ones that mi...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach The best builders are lifelong learners. In this episode, we talk about what it means to stay curious in an industry where materials, methods, and client expectations are always evolving. From becoming Certified Passive House Builders to learning directly from trades in the field, we share how continual growth shapes the way we build. The conv...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Dan Barrett When a home is under construction, the focus is usually on what’s being built, not what’s already finished. In this episode, we talk with Dan Barrett of Texas Job Site Solutions about what it means to honor the job site and protect the elements that make a home special long before move-in day. Dan shares how his 20+ years in the w...

Hosts: Tim Hill and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Eric Griffin Behind every great custom home is a network of systems that quietly shape how a house feels and functions. In this episode, we sit down with Eric Griffin of Positive Energy, a leading MEP firm in Austin, to explore what it means to design homes that are comfortable, efficient, and resilient from the inside out. Eric shares his journey...

Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Jason Francis In this episode, we sit down with Jason Francis, one of our project managers, to talk about the rhythms of running a complex construction project. Jason shares his journey from finance to custom home building, including how he came to specialize in high-performance window and door installation. We talk about some of Jason’s stro...

Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Tim and Daniel to discuss their advice for clients reviewing their first custom homebuilding contract. This conversation provides a framework for understanding contracts by walking through the structure of the Risinger Build contract, laying out the differences between cost-plus and fixed-price contracts...

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Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Emma Buckman In this episode, we sit down with Emma Buckman, one of our project managers, to hear the unique and unexpected story of how a high school skiing injury led her into a career in construction. Emma shares how she discovered construction science at Texas A&M, cut her teeth on fast-paced commercial projects in Denver, and ultimat...