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#121 Building Science Fight Club
Christine Williamson aka Building Science FIght Club is a building scientist. She is a consultant and teacher for all things building science. This episode of The Modern Craftsman Podcast is brought to you by Huber Engineered Woods, makers of AdvanTech subfloor assembly, and ZIP System building enclosures products. ALSO for more building science discussion, visit http://zipsystem.homebuildingcrossroads.com/ To register for webinars by Steve Baczek and Peter Yost. The event focuses on elevating building practices, including a durable, energy-efficient building enclosure. Register today at zip system dot home building crossroads dot com. Be sure to follow @huberwood on Instagram Where to find our guests: On Instagram @buildingsciencefightclub christine-williamson.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#120 Luxury Home Builder Scott Benedetti
Scott Benedetti is the owner of Axiom Luxury Homes based in Vancouver & Portland. Where to find our guest: @axiomluxuryhomes on Instagram. axiomluxury.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#119 Real Estate Addicts
Real Estate Addicts Podcast takes on The Modern Craftsman to talk about what it means to be a real developer, investment stacks, balancing quality vs value, putting out fires (metaphorically), and much more! Where to find our guests: Real Estate Addicts @real_estate_addicts On Instagram. Download the podcast on apple and google platforms. Marc Savatsky @choose_boston on Instagram Ray Hurteau & Dan Rubin @hrvhomes on Instagram. Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#118 Fine Homebuilding's Justin Fink
Justin Fink is the editor at Fine Homebuilding Magazine and you've probably seen him on the cover more than once. Justin talks about why building and design magazines have so many ads and about the print industry as a whole. Tune in for a peek behind the curtain. Where to find our guest: @mrjfink on Instagram. @finehomebuilding on Instagram. finehomebuilding.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
Ep 117#117 Trevor Hults survived COVID 19
Trevor Hults co-owns and operates Thomas Martin Design Build specializing in project management, pre-construction, and millwork installation. He's based in New York one of the hardest-hit places by the COVID 19 pandemic. He contracted the virus right as non-essential construction was shut down in New York. He shares his story. Kuiken Brothers Classical Moulding Collection featuring over 70 historically accurate moulding profiles. All milled from poplar in stock with 16ft lengths. kuikenbrothers.com @kuikenbrothers on Instagram Where to find our guest: @trevorbhults on Instagram @thomasmartindesignandbuild on Instagram Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#116 Client care with Andrew Patterson
EAndrew Patterson owns Patterson Custom Homes in Newport Beach California and is setting the new standard for building custom homes. He talks about client care and how it built his business. Where to find our guest: @pattersoncustomhomes on Instagram. pattersoncustomhomes.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#115 CPHC Kyle Macht
Kyle Macht is a Certified Passive House Consultant and dives deep with the guys on what is carbon? carbon negative, carbon-neutral, passive house, and more. Where to find our guest: @macht.architecture on Instagram. machtarchitecture.com Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#114 Architect Steve Baczek
Steve Baczek is an architect with projects scattered across the United States "I worked on homes that are designed for tough winter conditions of Cape Cod, Connecticut, and New York coastal regions, as well as homes that sit in 130+ degree Arizona weather." Where to find our guest: stevenbaczekarchitect.com @stevenbaczekarchitect on Instagram buildshownetwork.com/go/stevebaczek This episode brought to you by: Huber Engineered Woods huberwood.com @huberwood on Instagram Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#113 Accountant Nicole Landau explains COVID-19 grants & loans
Nicole Landau joins the guys to walk through the guidelines of the PPP & EIDL grant and loan programs to help small businesses. landauconsultingsolutions.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#112 Tile Freak Clint Watson
Clint Watson of King Tile Canada aka Tile Freak joins the guys. @tile.freak on Instagram. http://www.tilefreakstore.com/ 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#111 Gary Katz the legend
Legendary carpenter Gary M Katz joins the guys. Gary shares that his true passion was writing fiction and fell into carpentry to support himself. He talks about losing everything, writing a book that changed his life, respecting yourself and SO MUCH more. Tune in for an instant classic! Where to find our guest: @garymkatz1 on Instagram. THISisCarpentry.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#110 Dovi Hirsch talks CNC & Lumber
Dovi Hirsch is a partner at Barney and Carey Lumber Specialties in Avon, MA. He talks with the guys about the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, how he always wanted to own a lumber yard and much more. Where to find our guest: @barneyandcarey on Instagram. https://www.barneyandcareylumber.com/ 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#109 Steel guy Ryan Surette joins
Ryan Surette owns RMS Iron Works based out of New Hampshire. The guys talk about COVID-19 and how it's having a ripple effect on the construction industry. They also talk about steelwork, accountability, and tongue rings. Where to find our guest: @rmsironworksllc on Instagram. https://www.rmsironworksllc.com/ 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#108 Truth behind Reno TV with PJ Antonik
EThis week we have PJ Antonik owner of Oak Development and Design and host of Heart of Oak airing on NBC Sports Boston and NECN. New-season premiering March 14th. PJ shares his experiences in the TV industry, corporate world, building spec homes, and a deep dive on the financial side of building. Tune in for a great one! Where to find our guest: Heart of Oak airing on NBC Sports Boston and NECN on Saturdays heartofoaktv.com @heartofoaktv on Instagram. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#107 Dan Arone joins
Dan Arone of Arone Brothers Development talks about investing, subcontractor management, procurement, and more. Where to find our guest: @aronebrothers on Instagram. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#106 The Tyler mentality
John, Nick, and Tyler talk about current projects, the Tyler mentality, possible Modern Craftsman development project and much more. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#105 Spencer Lewis quality trim carpenter
Spencer Lewis the insider carpenter joins Nick and Tyler. Where to find our guest: @insider_carpentry on Instagram. youtube.com/insidercarpentry 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#104 Speed of construction
The guys talk about coffee (briefly), speed of construction, television, and Ellie the apprentice. No guest this week. Is there a topic you want to hear discussed on The Modern Craftsman? A guest you want to hear? Send all your thoughts to [email protected] 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com Should Johnny stop making hockey references? Should Tyler grow back his mustache? Should Nick find tighter pants? Send all your thoughts to [email protected]
#103 Company Culture with Anthony Vitale
The guys deep dive into company culture and discuss the state of craftsmanship in 2020. Anthony Vitale owns and operates Probuilt Woodworking in Southeast Michigan. Where to find our guest: @probuiltwoodworking on Instagram. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#102 Dog on the job site?
Tune in for a unique Q&A style conversation between Nick and Tyler. They discuss company cars, subbing out vs doing your own finishing work, explosion-proof fans, waste removal, bringing your dog to work, and value engineering. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#101 Natural vs. Synthetic products
They guys are at IBS 2020 and link up with Adam McCool and Mike Grace at the Royal Building Products booth. They talk about what's good and bad about working with synthetic building materials. The types of projects you should and shouldn't use synthetic products on and much more! This episode is sponsored by Royal Building Products, the largest exterior building materials company in the US. Focus on decking, siding, and exterior trim products. @royalbuildingproducts on Instagram royalbuildingproducts.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#100 Schedule
E100 Episodes!! Thanks to all of you for tuning in and being a part of the conversation. The guys jump into schedule, what drives schedule, credit lines, pre-planning, and brief reminiscing of the road to 100 episodes. They also talk about their plans at IBS 2020. This episode was sponsored by: Upstate Merch @upstatemerch on Instagram www.upstatemerch.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#99 Brek Goin the man behind Builders.of.insta
Brek Goin the founder of Builders of Insta joins the guys as they prepare for IBS 2020. Brek talks about what drove him to start BOI, the reality of the labor shortage, how to connect at IBS, and much more. Where to find our Guest: builders.of.insta on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#98 Work-Life balance
On the outside, it may look like the guys have it all figured out but internally the guys are struggling with life just as much as anyone else. The guys jump into the struggle work-life balance creates and how to find solutions. 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov
#97 Attracting, developing and maintaining youth talent
Nick, Johhny, and Tyler sit down with moderator Tom Ellerbrook at the CCL Build on EXPO. The guys talk about attracting, developing, and maintaining youth talent with questions from a live audience of builders and contractors. Explaining their successes, failures and everything they've learned. Where to find our Moderator: @profinder12 on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#96 Project management with Christopher Quinn
Christopher Quinn is a Partner at Apex Projects based in New Canaan, CT. Chris shares his past experience of working with a company for 13 years explaining why he stayed that long and why he left. The guys jump right into project management, finding ways to teach project management, and the struggles of ownership. Johnny and Tyler are back! Where to find our Guest: cmq_apexpps on Instagram apexpps.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#95 Finding joy with David West
David West is the owner/photographer of Born Imagery based in the Boston area. He recently shot twilight shots of NS Builders and Vintage Builders projects. David was a remodeler for 20 years and for stress and mental health reasons found joy in photography and made that his business. Where to find our Guest: @bornimagery on Instagram bornimagery.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#94 Guillermo Castillo talks drywall in Hawaii
Guillermo owns and operates C&S Drywall based on the island O'ahu. He talks about the housing market in Hawaii as a whole, what it takes to keep a full schedule in a unique market, a deep dive into drywall talk and much more! Where to find our Guest: @csdrywallhawaii on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#93 Brent Hull talks craftsmanship
Brent Hull from Hull Millwork and Hull Homes joins the guys to talk about preserving homes, the hierarchy of moulding, when did the master-builder die, tipping the scales back to craftsmanship and much more. A must-listen for the romantics! This episode is sponsored by: Cape Cod Lumber is hosting the Build On Expo December 12th in Randolph, MA. Be sure to register for free at the link below. A full schedule of events featuring Finding Unicorns - Attracting Talent to Fill Your Skills Gap with Shawn Van Dyke, How can an Interior Designer add Value to your Next Project? with Amy Kearns & Brain Charron, and Attracting, Developing and Retaining Young Talent with The Modern Craftsman. capecodlumber.com/build-on-expo Kuiken Brothers Classical Moulding Collection featuring over 70 historically accurate moulding profiles. All milled from poplar in stock with 16ft lengths. kuikenbrothers.com Where to find our Guest: @hullmillwork_hullhomes on Instagram hullmillwork.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#92 Happiness with Peter Jonak owner of Spire Builders
Peter Jonak joins the guys to share his story and dives into responsibility, mental health, lifestyle, culture, and happiness for his employees. He had a lot of relatable information to share. Enjoy! We also have an additional guest Joe Cresta. He is the Regional Coordinator - New England for Project Healing Waters. Joe joined the guys to share what they're all about. Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings. projecthealingwaters.org Where to find our Guest: @spirebuilders on Instagram spirebuilders.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#91 Contractor Tim Holton joins (not Tim Horton)
Tim Holton is a belt on owner of James K. Holton Inc. which specializes in residential construction based in Cochranville, PA. Tim talks about working with the Amish, training young talent, and sharing knowledge. Where to find our Guest: jkholton.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#90 Andy Moore talks hiring talent
This week we have Andy Moore, Owner of Modern Oak construction out of Virginia. Andy opens up about a recent struggle that hit his growing 5-year-old business. John talks about exit interviews, which everyone will want to start implementing immediately. Where to find our Guest: @modern_oak on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#89 Authenticity with Clay Chapman
"A structural masonry revival fusing classical practices with modern tech to create affordable, multi-century lifecycle alternatives to disposable building." Clay Chapman joins the guys to talk about what history has taught us about building homes, and the traditional approach to building and architecture. Where to find our Guest: @1000yearhouse on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#88 HVAC guy Ryan Anderson joins
Ryan Anderson owns and operates Native Air Conditioning in West Palm Florida. Ryan talks about his mission to strengthen the relationship between HVAC subcontractors and general contractors, geeks out with Tyler and tells some hard truths. Where to find our Guest: @native_air_conditioning on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com + Special performance by Tyler Grace
#87 Building science geek Jake Bruton joins
Jake Bruton owns and operates Aarow Building based in Columbia Missouri. They're custom home builders and remodelers. Jake tells his story and geeks out on building science with Nick and Johnny. Where to find our Guest: Jake Bruton @jake.bruton on Instagram Aarow Building on YouTube 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#86 Laborer to owner Michael Walsh joins
Michael Walsh at 33 years old bought Wolcott Builders based in Rhinebeck, NY. He started as a laborer for Wolcott when he was a teenager and now in addition to owning the company he is also a project manager. Tune in! Where to find our Guest: www.wolcottbuilders.com 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#85 Belt on contractor Jamie Verdura
Jamie Verdura owns Verdura construction with his wife and they build high-end custom homes in the Bay Area. Jamie explains an Instagram story he posted questioning what contractors are actually doing to keep craft alive. He talks about hiring young workers, working with the bags on, running the company with his wife and much more. Where to find our Guest: Jamie Verdura @verduraconstruction on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#84 Project manager Maxx Heerlein joins
Maxx Heerlein is a project manager for high-end builder Kirby Perkins in Newport, RI. Maxx talks about what it's like to be a project manager, how he got into the industry, and his little side hustle. Where to find our Guest: Maxx Heerlein @mbhdesignbuild on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#83 Diesel Tech Toby Grace joins the guys
Toby Grace, Tyler's better looking younger brother brings an outside perspective to the guys. He talks about the challenges he faces being a diesel repair tech, the limitations of growth in the auto repair industry, and the parallels to the construction industry. Where to find our Guest: Toby Grace @toptechtoby on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#82 Apprentice Alex Melendez joins the guys
Alex Melendez is a 25-year-old breaking into the construction business in LA. He's 4 years in, hungry to learn and working towards becoming a licensed carpenter. Alex talks about what lead him to the construction industry. Where to find our Guest: Alex Melendez @am_builder on Instagram 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 Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#81 General Contractor Luke Mann joins the guys
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 @nsbuilders on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#80 Effort
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 Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#79 Norm Abram
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 and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#78 Will Dennis a guy who does wood floors
EWill 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 on Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#77 Cabinet maker Ken DeCost joins the guys
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 Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#76 Carpenter Brendan O'Sullivan joins the guys
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 @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#75 Lou Mellinghausen keeps trade secrets close to the vest.
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 Instagram and YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com
#74 Geeking out on home efficiency with Nate Gusakov
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 Where to find our Guest: Nate Gusakov @wallacegusakov on Instagram www.zone6energy.com 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
#73 The boys reunite
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
#72 Architect Matt Sargent joins the guys
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 South Carolina." -excerpt from Island Architects website. Where to find our guest: Matt Sargent @islandarchitects & @mattsargearc on Instagram www.islandarchitects.com 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