Does the thought of taking on a construction project seem overwhelming? Who is going to help with all of those interior decisions that need to be made - and make things not only function correctly but beautiful as well? Today I interview Inter

AudioPost 39 - Finish Carpentry

Feb 17th, 2015 26m 2s

Today we speak with Tom and learn about the icing on the cake for every project - the finish carpentry. This work is instrumental in determining the character and feel for every project. Some of the items discussed include:- The role of the

AudioPost 38 -Getting Your Mechanical System Ready for Winter

Oct 21st, 2014 23m 48s

Winter is coming! For us that means a season of heating, energy usage and bills! We speak with Mike from Anderson Heating who helps us understand things we can do ourselves and when to bring in an expert. Some of the topics covered include:

AudioPost 37 Spray Foam Insulation

Nov 4th, 2013

It had been a while since my last video discussion with Scott Glowe of St Croix Insulation. We are specifying more and more spray foam insulation in our projects and thought it would be great to have a conversation with Scott about the product

Architect's Conversation

Mar 7th, 2013 33m 11s

I thought it would be fun to sit down with a fellow architect and have a general conversation on architecture. John Kalmon AIA LEED AP is a friend of mine and has an office in the St Croix River Valley. Some of the things we discuss are:-W

AudioPost 35 Radon

Sep 13th, 2012 26m 45s

Today we speak with Mike Langer from Langer Construction about the mysterious gas 'Radon'. A few questions discussed include:-What is Radon gas and where does it come from? -How does Radon get into our homes and what are the health risks? -Wh

AudioPost 34 - Landscaping

Apr 25th, 2012 25m 43s

Today we speak with Chris Matson from Environmental Landscape Management, Inc. A few questions discussed include:-What is your approach and philosophy to landscape design?-Walk me through the process of working on a landscape project.-Ar

AudioPost 33 - Concrete

Mar 12th, 2012 42m 18s

Today we speak with Tom Graf, founder of Concrete Arts. Tom is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about concrete. His company is on the innovative edge with chemistry, finishes and the basic limits of concrete. A few questions discussed i

AudioPost 32 -Let’s Talk Windows

Jan 30th, 2012

Today we speak with Bill Gautsche III of Pella Windows and Doors. Bill guides us in understanding what is important when selecting windows for your project. A few questions discussed include:-What are the basic components that make up a qual

AudioPost 31 -LEED Projects

Aug 17th, 2011 37m 29s

Today we speak with EcoDEEP's Kevin Flynn AIA LEED AP about LEED. This is an internationally recognized green building certification program. A few questions discussed include:-What is the basic philosophy behind LEED?-Are there different cla

AudioPost 30 -What is the American Institute of Architects?

Jul 13th, 2011 22m 46s

Today we speak with a AIA Minnesota's Communication Director Jennifer Gilhoi about 'What is the American Institute of Architects?'. A few questions discussed include:-What is the American Institute of Architects?-How does the National/State/C

AudioPost 29 - Searching for Property

Jun 9th, 2011 23m 16s

Today we speak with a Real Estate Consultant Kris Jensen about what you need to know in searching for that perfect piece of property to build your new home or cabin. Kris is an Agent with Keller Williams Premier Realty. A few questions discusse

AudioPost 28 - Rain Gardens

Apr 26th, 2011 26m 45s

Most people have heard the term 'Rain Gardens' but don't really understand what they are and what they do... Today we speak with a leading expert in water resource management, Civil Engineer Kurt Luethold from Barr Engineering. Kurt and I have

AudioPost 27 - What is Passive House?

Mar 25th, 2011 27m 37s

In this AudioPost we speak with Jay Wiederholt, President of Passive House Alliance Minnesota. Jay and I met at a lecture discussing the philosophy and implementation of Passive House design. I was excited to sit down and ask a few general qu

AudioPost 26 - The General Contractor

Mar 2nd, 2011 38m 58s

In this Audiopost, we speak with General Contractor Jay Cates of Cates Fine Homes. I have worked with Jay on several projects in the Twin City area and thought it would be a great idea to have him discuss the building process. Some of the top

AudioPost 25 - Insurance? What for?

Feb 9th, 2011 20m 59s

In this Audiopost, we speak with Insurance Agent Branden McDonald about what you need to know when starting a construction project.

AudioPost 24 - GeoThermal Basics

Jan 25th, 2011 19m 28s

We speak with Mike Anderson of Anderson Heating and learn the basics on geothermal heating and cooling.

Audiopost 23 - Construction Loans

Jan 6th, 2011 18m 56s

Interview with Residential Loan Officer Jason Stoll of Associated Bank. What you need to know relating to construction loans.

Audiopost 22 - Lets give this a try!

Oct 8th, 2010

Have to start somewhere! This is a quick audio post to get my feet wet in the podcast world. Meaningful, insightful and witty commentary will follow in future episodes as we discuss Design and Architecture... or we will at least be able to en

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