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A Kitchen Actually Built for a Cook
Builder Ian Schwandt details the design decisions around their kitchen's scullery and how it flies in the face of the traditional kitchen triangle concept.
A Home That Blends Into Nature
A weathering steel finish characterizes a New Hampshire home that fits right into its natural surroundings.
Build or Build Not, There is No Try
There are always challenges to overcome in home building. Ian Schwandt reflects on how he adapted with changing timelines and cost challenges to successfully self-build an affordable high-performance home.
Building a Straw-Bale Home to Code
The hosts respond to a listener's question about choosing the right vapor retarder for a straw-bale home, as well as what makes this construction method so compelling and cheap, and considerations for moisture management.
Reflecting on The House That SHE Built
Built with nearly 90% female labor, the completion of this Utah home emphasizes the exciting potential of women in the residential building industry.
Adding a Multipurpose Outbuilding
This oversized detached garage on the FHB House Nebraska property has plenty of space for both work and play.
The Self Design-Builder Pt. 3: With a Little Help From My Friends
Builder Ian Schwandt reflects on how teamwork and collaboration has been an integral role in the success of FHB House Wisconsin.
Podcast 379: PRO TALK With Australian Builder Jason Economos
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Australian builder Jason Economos of Beyond Build Constructions, a Sydney-based custom home building company.
The Self Design-Builder Pt. 2: Estimating Construction Costs
Before you can swing the hammer you have to push the pen. Builder Ian Schwandt describes how he tackles the crucial task of accurately estimating the budget for a construction project.
The Self-Designer/Builder: The System is Not Built to Serve You
Builder Ian Schwandt kicks off a new blog series navigating the process of building and designing his own custom home.

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