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First launched in 2016 for Bend, Oregon, BUILD Magazine is now a must-have resource for anyone looking to build or renovate their custom dream home. BUILD has grown into curated collection of a region’s most talented and inspired craftsmen in the building industry; the publication aims to showcase skilled and innovative experts to an audience motivated to build or renovate their high-end home. By bringing together the most experienced tradesmen in one detailed collection, BUILD gives insight to those wanting to realize their development dreams. Published throughout the USA and Canada in 16 markets.

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Stepping Inside 3D Home Design Visualization with Charles Ochello of Vitruvius Design+Build | Friends of Build Magazine #94

May 02 2024 53 mins

Ted speaks with Charles Ochello, owner of Vitruvius Design and Build and creator of Vius. This episode is a story about the future of the luxury custom home building industry and how technology is going to create an enormous impact on the client experience.

Bringing Your Outdoor-Living Vision to Life With Joe Raboine of Belgard | Friends of Build Magazine #93

Apr 18 2024 48 mins

Ted speaks with Joe Raboine, VP and Director of hardscapes for Belgard. Joe shares his journey into Belgard and the direction the outdoor industry is headed next.

How AI Software Streamlines Collaboration During the Build Process with Ryan & Ty of Digs | Friends of Build Magazine #92

Apr 04 2024 18 mins

Ted speaks with Ryan Fink and Ty Frackiewicz, the co-founders of Digs - and AI collaboration software for homebuilders. Released a year ago, Ted connects with the founders at the International Builders Show to dive into their success and what the future looks like.

How to Navigate the Risk and Stress of the Home Building Process with Keith Galbut| Friends of Build Magazine #91

Mar 21 2024 54 mins

Ted speaks with Keith Galbut, founder of Advocate Residential Construction Advisors. Keith shares how his company helps families building their custom homes find savings and navigate the stressful process of building and working with so many teams. Transparency and collaboration can go a long way towards a positive custom home building experience.

Powering Life Beyond (and the dark side) of Tomorrow’s Home Automation Innovations with Michael Short of Crestron| Friends of Build Magazine #90

Mar 06 2024 48 mins

Ted speaks with Michael Short, Sr. Director of Residential & Hospitality Marketing with Crestron Electronics. Crestron is the leading technology solutions provider in the residential and commercial space. A family run company, Michael talks about their customer base and what pushes them to innovate again and again.

Sustainable Landscaping Practices that Impact the Building Community with Micah Barker | Friends of Build Magazine #89

Feb 21 2024 27 mins

Ted speaks with Micah Barker from Bioscapes Hawaii about environmentally friendly landscaping. He focuses on creating regenerative landscapes that are non toxic, environmentally sound, and resource conservative over the long-term. From educating clients about intelligent landscaping to the scalability of sustainable landscape practices, this episode covers a topic that is becoming

The Law of Attraction: Samuel Lynn Galleries with JD Miller | Friends of Build Magazine #88

Feb 07 2024 57 mins

Ted speaks with JD Miller who owns Samuel Lynn Galleries with Phil Romano. He covers everything from his alternative path to joining the art business, discovering great artists who make an impact, and building an empire of galleries at a time when many others aren’t succeeding.

Timeless Architecture: A New Venture in Montana with Nik Sirna | Friends of Build Magazine #87

Jan 31 2024 58 mins

Ted speaks with Nik Sirna, owner of NVS Architects based in Montana. Nik relocated from the midwest, started his own company, and is thriving through word of mouth recommendations. Today he discusses work ethic, overcoming challenges, and building something from nothing.

Wood is Good: Thermally Modified Wood with Chris Bouchard | Friends of Build Magazine #86

Jan 24 2024 48 mins

Ted speaks with Chris Bouchard at BPWood in Penticton, British Columbia. BPWood is a family run lumber company. As global importers and exporters of softwood they focus on building new supply chains based on the global understanding of softwoods and bringing new solutions to the market - namely Thermally Modified Wood. Today we dive into the product you haven’t heard of yet that�

Recreating the Essence Through Architecture with Erik Peterson | Friends of Build Magazine #85

Jan 17 2024 55 mins

Ted speaks with Erik Peterson, President of PHX Architecture in Arizona. His career began at the famed Taliesin Architects, Frank Lloyd Wright’s firm in Arizona, where he gained knowledge of organic architecture principals. Now, Erik specializes in lifestyle design including luxury, bespoke residential, golf clubhouses, boutique resorts and distinctive dining; Erik’s