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Sisters Olivia and Jenna Botrie of Dart Studio didn't set out to build a design firm together, they grew into it. What started in a basement with a baby on the floor evolved into a highly structured, process-driven studio navigating growth, technology, and a post-pandemic design boom. Their story reveals how great design isn't just about aesthetics, it's about systems, relationships, and knowing when to think bigger. From cottage culture and client psychology to AI workflows and generational shifts, the Botrie sisters unpack how Dart Studio scaled during the pandemic, why process is their secret weapon, and how they're building a brand designed to outlast trends and even themselves. Origins: A Basement, a Baby, and a Business Olivia launches Dart Studio solo over a decade ago. Jenna joins organically during maternity leave. The now-famous “cottage pitch” that formalized the partnership. Sister dynamics: honesty, friction, and built-in trust as a business advantage The Cottage Effect: Canadian Culture Meets Creativity The uniquely Canadian concept of the “cottage” as creative reset Minimalism, disconnection, and family proximity as design influences How environment shapes both lifestyle and design thinking Process Over Everything Jenna's role: operations, onboarding, hiring, and systems. Why structure—not style—is the firm's foundation. Building scalable workflows for a growing team. The importance of documentation and repeatable processes Pandemic Pivot: From Uncertainty to Opportunity Initial fear: shutdowns, no site visits, stalled work. Sudden surge: waitlists, inbound demand, and client urgency. Strategic decision: say yes, scale fast, hire quickly. Long-term impact: bigger thinking, larger projects, expanded vision The Post-Pandemic Client Shift Movement away from resale-driven design toward personalization. Clients designing for themselves, not the market. More nuanced conversations around lifestyle, not trends. The home as a “backdrop for life” Anti-Trend Thinking Rejection of trend-driven design culture. Critique of “top 10 lists” and media-driven aesthetics. Designing from human cues: behavior, personality, daily rituals Technology, Materials & the Reality Filter Navigating rapid innovation in lighting, kitchens, and home tech. Balancing “cool” vs. “lasting”. Role of reps, trade shows, and industry relationships. The importance of practical function over novelty. AI in Practice: Tool, Not Replacement Current stack: ChatGPT, Midjourney, SketchUp, Enscape. AI for speed and iteration—not core design thinking. Client misuse of AI and the limits of prompting. Why human interpretation remains essential The Experience Economy of Design Design as a two-year relationship, not a transaction. Emotional experience vs. final result. Communication, trust, and job site culture as differentiators Reactive to Proactive: Building a Brand First 10 years: purely reactive growth. Year 11 shift: rebrand, visibility, social media presence. Expanding identity beyond Olivia to a team-driven creative model. Long-term vision: a legacy firm with multiple design voices Generational Dynamics in Design Different communication styles across clients and teams. Matching personalities: clients, designers, and contractors. “Boomer whisperers” vs. Gen Z workflows. Lifestyle-driven design considerations by age and stage Designing for Climate & Context Canadian winters and their impact on interiors. Storage, materiality, and seasonal living. Lighting as a wellness tool (circadian rhythm design). Creating emotional environments: cozy vs. open The Through Line: Adaptability Design as evolution, not static outcome. Balancing tradition and modernity within a single project. Embracing change as the only constant in both life and design

How can architects expand their role upstream in project decision-making, and what happens when live massing, area data, and cost metrics replace fragmented, slow feasibility workflows?In this episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee explores what it takes for architecture practices to show up earlier with clients, entering the room before the brief is fixed and the budget is locked. She is joined by Brad Sara, Principal and Digital Services Lead, and Anton Shaw, Senior Associate, BIM Manager, and Automation Lead at Warren and Mahoney (WAM), a 70-year-old practice named one of the 10 most innovative architecture firms in the world by Fast Company. Together, they discuss how WAM developed Quick Stack, a feasibility playbook enabled by Arcol that brings real-time cost, area, and zoning metrics directly into massing models.Brad and Anton unpack the traditional friction of early feasibility phases, where teams constantly cycle through disconnected tools like SketchUp or Rhino, Excel spreadsheets, and InDesign reports. This fragmented workflow creates version drift, manual data errors, and delayed answers during fast-paced client negotiations. By implementing Arcol within WAM's "One Studio" approach, connecting 350 staff across offices in New Zealand and Australia, the firm enables live, single-environment updates. The moment a design or massing shape changes, the numbers update instantly for the entire team and client.The discussion dives into the business and relationship benefits of swimming upstream. Brad and Anton share how co-designing live with clients and cost consultants builds deep trust, eliminates the traditional "starving artist" dynamic, and enables WAM to generate fees for pre-concept feasibility work they previously couldn't capture. "Architects don't need to become developers. They don't need to become cost consultants or software companies. But we do need to become more fluent in the decisions our clients are making before that project becomes a project." - Brad SaraThey also share practical advice on change management, explaining how targeted rollouts, solving real workflow pain points, and letting computers handle tedious tasks allow architects to focus on strategic judgment and design quality.Guests:Brad Sara is a Principal and Digital Services Lead at Warren and Mahoney. Over a two-decade career spanning New Zealand, Australia, the UAE, Asia, and the US, he has advocated for digital transformation and strategic client partnerships across all stages of project delivery.Anton Shaw is a Senior Associate, BIM Manager, and Automation Lead at Warren and Mahoney. With a background in technical delivery, he specializes in building internal systems, automation workflows, and digital tools that improve project efficiency and overall design quality.This episode is especially for you if:✅You want to learn how Warren and Mahoney uses ArcOL and Quick Stack to unify massing models, area metrics, and cost data in one live environment.✅You are interested in "swimming upstream" to engage clients earlier during site selection and pro forma testing before project briefs are locked.✅You want to explore how live, collaborative feasibility sessions build deep client trust and unlock new revenue streams for early-stage design services.✅You want practical change management strategies for introducing new technology into multi-office practices without causing friction or tool fatigue.✅You want to eliminate manual data entry, version drift, and slow iteration loops between modeling software, spreadsheets, and design presentations.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

Marian van Olst leert al zestien jaar interieurprofessionals werken met de 3D-tekensoftware SketchUp. Ze leerde die software zichzelf aan, begon zonder online marketingkennis en verdiende inmiddels meer dan een miljoen euro met het verkopen van haar cursussen. In deze aflevering hoor je: ✅ De kleine pitch-aanpassing die haar 32 nieuwe leden opleverde in één webinar ✅ Waarom een kassakoopje van €97 net zo goed verkoopt als één van €27 ✅ Hoe ze met AI een totaal nieuw verdienmodel aan haar online business heeft toegevoegd ✅ Hoe ze zonder marketingkennis toch haar eerste cursus vol kreeg ✅ Hoe ze steevast 10-15% conversie draait op haar webinars ✅ Hoe ze zorgt voor een torenhoge retentie op haar lidmaatschap (en klanten dus jarenlang lid blijven)

What if you could turn a rough idea, a handful of inspiration images, or even a back-of-the-napkin sketch into a professional design or promotional video—in seconds rather than days?Today's AI design tools can help you create mood boards, photorealistic rooms, 3D objects, architectural visuals, marketing assets, product advertisements, and videos without mastering a long list of complicated creative platforms.The key is to stop treating AI as a one-off image generator. Instead, build repeatable workflows that move from inspiration to finished asset—while dramatically reducing the time, cost, and manual effort involved.In this episode of the Leveraging AI Podcast, Isar Meitis walks through practical AI-powered design workflows that can be applied far beyond interior design.Whether you need visuals for a website, presentation, brochure, proposal, product campaign, architectural project, or social media post, these methods can help you create more options and move from concept to execution faster.In this session, you'll discover:The difference between free 2D-to-3D tools and more detailed paid alternatives.How to move a 3D asset into tools such as SketchUp and create a photorealistic render.How to transform a collection of inspiration images into a professional mood board with ChatGPT.How to preserve a room's layout while changing its furniture, lighting, materials, and atmosphere.How Figma Weave can turn a manual creative process into a repeatable visual workflow.How to place products realistically into new environments with the correct angle, lighting, and shadows.How AI can generate multiple advertising concepts for the same product automatically.How these workflows can support web design, architecture, brochures, proposals, presentations, product marketing, and other business needs.About Leveraging AIThe Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/eventsIf you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Bentornati su Snap!Veloce focus su ChatControl per passare alle novità di SketchUp che entra in campo BIM e che abbraccia Claude per la creazione di modelli 3D e all'uso dell'AI negli studi di architettura.—>

Bentornati su Snap!Con la conferenza AIA 26 di San Diego l'AI entra sotto forma di agenti nel mondo delle costruzioni: ti racconto le novità presentate e ti parlo anche di come organizzare le cartelle di lavoro, con o senza CDE.Buon ascolto!—>

How can early-stage startups drive true transformation in the AECO space, and what happens when AI-native tools are designed to amplify human intent rather than replace the architect?In this bonus episode of Practice Disrupted, host Evelyn Lee explores the intersection of corporate acceleration and cutting-edge startup innovation. The conversation brings together German Aparicio from Trimble Ventures alongside Yiping Goh and Carlos Banon, the co-founders of Formas.AI.German walks listeners through the Trimble 0-60 accelerator program, which was recently named Built World's Accelerator Program of the Year. This 12-week, historically equity-free program invites early-stage startups to build on top of Trimble platforms like SketchUp and showcase their live integrations at Trimble Dimensions in Las Vegas this November. Herman outlines how Trimble acts as a system of record, searching for partners to create systems of action and intelligence across three key pillars: connected data, connected design, and the connected field. He also defines what "early stage" means for the program, targeting companies founded within the last five years, making under $2 million ARR, and operating with a couple of early customers looking to scale.The spotlight then shifts to Formas.AI, a participant in the current cohort operating in the connected design space. Co-founders Yiping and Carlos explain how their AI-native design workspace is bridging the gap between an initial sketch, reference image, or floor plan and a buildable 3D model in hours instead of months. Carlos, an architect and professor, shares how the tool was born out of personal frustration with fragmented interfaces and broken workflows that detach designers from the joy of creating. Yiping provides an entrepreneurial lens on the broader AEC industry, noting that while it represents 13% of global GDP, it remains one of the least digitized sectors, heavily reliant on legacy software and restricted by the slow timeline of physical building processes.Together, the group tackles the critical challenges of technology adoption, highlighting trust as a core barrier for practitioners who have invested heavily in traditional tools. Rather than replacing human designers, the founders argue for a democratization of design through guardrails that preserve creative authorship and intent. As Formas.AI navigates its 12-week acceleration path, they aim to leverage Trimble's ecosystem to deliver a validated, highly precise design experience that brings excitement and joy back to the craft."We are believing in the future of design being more human led, less or not even about human replaced. That the winners of AI are the ones that really can give people more creative power, not less." - Yiping GohThis episode serves as an inspiring look at how industry giants and agile startups can co-create workflows that amplify human intuition and make design fun again.GuestsGerman Aparicio runs the Zero to 60 accelerator program at Trimble Ventures. As a trained architect, he focuses on scaling early-stage software and hardware innovations that connect data, design, and job sites across the full project lifecycle.Yiping Goh is the co-founder and CEO of Formas.AI. She is a tech entrepreneur currently scaling her fourth company, with a professional background spanning a real estate degree, venture capital, corporate venture building at McKinsey, and multiple successful company exits.Carlos Banon is an architect, computational designer, and professor who has taught design in Singapore for the last 13 years. A self-taught coder since age six, he is the design and technical mind behind Formas.AI, having built its foundational versions to streamline creative workflows.This episode is especially for you if:✅ You want to understand how the Trimble 0-60 accelerator helps early-stage startups scale by integrating directly into established industry platforms like SketchUp.✅ You are curious about how Formas.AI closes the gap between a rough sketch and a buildable model using natural language and multimodal AI tools.✅ You want to explore why trust, legacy tools, and authority code submissions present unique adoption challenges within the AEC space.✅ You believe that AI technology should amplify a designer's creative intent and preserve human authorship rather than generate generic, unmeaningful variations.What have you done to take action lately? Share your reflections with us on social and join the conversation.

[EP424 | S03] [Infographie 3D] [IA] Aujourd'hui, l'IA ne se contente plus seulement de répondre à une question ou de générer une image: elle commence à s'intégrer directement dans les logiciels 3D, les moteurs de rendu, et à faire des actions techniques à notre place.C'est justement là qu'il faut être lucide...Le danger est de déléguer ton cœur de métier à l'agent IA, sans bien comprendre ses investigations techniques.Dans ce nouvel épisode, j'explique :Pourquoi l'IA devient de moins en moins un simple assistant, et de plus en plus un véritable co-créateur.Pourquoi les fondamentaux 3D, l'approche photographique, la post-production et ta vision créative deviennent encore plus importants qu'avant.Comment ne pas être remplaçable par un prompt, même dans un marché où les agents IA semblent nous dépasser.Si tu sens que l'IA peut t'aider à aller plus loin, plus vite, avec moins d'efforts et de connaissances techniques, mais que d'autres peuvent en faire autant, alors comment te démarquer?--

Anthropic dropped Claude for Creative Work, a set of official connectors that plug Claude directly into Blender, Adobe Creative Cloud, Ableton, Splice, Canva, SketchUp, and Resolume. They also became a corporate patron of Blender with a 240,000 euro donation. Stripe used their Sessions event to launch Stripe Projects, the Machine Payments Protocol, and the Link Wallet for Agents, that let AI agents build, buy, and sell autonomously.

The episode kicks off with Ross revealing he is a devoted fan of Phil Rosenthal, the creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, who now hosts a food travel show on Netflix called Somebody Feed Phil. Ross has personally visited around 15 of the restaurants the show featured, which is either very impressive or the most expensive hobby a woodworking podcast host has ever admitted to on air. Jess loves the show too, mostly because she cannot figure out how the man stays thin eating like that. Ross explains Phil only takes a bite and hands the rest to the crew, which is the most polite thing anyone has ever done at a Michelin-starred restaurant and a taco truck back to back.From there the three of them do what any group of close friends does when the mics are hot and nobody has stopped them, which is spend a solid chunk of time ranking summer fruit. Jess is pushing enormous Walmart grapes nearly two inches across that basically look like plums. Colton is a mango guy who cuts them like an avocado and eats them off the grid. Ross wants dark plums all the way through, loves end-of-summer strawberries and Georgia peaches but peels them because the fuzz is a dealbreaker. Jess eats the entire kiwi including the skin. Ross does not like watermelon. This is treated as breaking news.The real meat of the episode is Colton's deck. He wants to build a 38-foot wide covered back deck on his 1945 farmhouse and came with some ideas, some of which were fine and some of which made Jess say the words "way too thin" with an energy suggesting Colton had proposed framing an aircraft carrier with toothpicks. Two-by-sixes for the floor joists are out. Minimum two-by-tens, go with twelves if spanning 16 feet, and nobody uses four-by-four posts to hold up a roof at 12-foot height unless they enjoy watching things bow slowly over time. Jess advocates hard for at least a 24-inch roof overhang to protect the deck from sun damage, which apparently kills wood faster than water does. The pressure-treated lumber debate gets thorough, covering ground contact versus outdoor rated, copper-based treatments, and whether you need to seal every cut end. Ross strongly recommends filming all of it because outdoor build content crushes every other category on YouTube and TikTok and Colton is leaving serious views on the table.The back half belongs to a trivia game Jess built from scratch where every country has a national tree and most of them are trees these three have never heard of. Countries like Bhutan, Laos, Guyana, Botswana, and Papua New Guinea get their trees identified one by one while Ross and Colton guess the Janka hardness rating and are wrong almost every single time. African Blackwood from Tanzania sinks in water and was historically used as bearings on boats. Mopane from Zambia rates around 3000 Janka and will destroy your planer blades. The Marula tree from Mozambique produces fruit that ferments on the ground and has been documented getting elephants genuinely drunk. Frangipani from Laos rates under 500, which Jess describes as one you could fart on and dent it. The national food trivia woven in is equally unhinged, including larb from Laos, blood sausage with lingonberry jam from Estonia, and a Uruguayan dish Colton identifies from personal West Texas experience as requiring a full week of recovery after eating.Ross closes with a nugget about threaded insert bolts for table bases, Colton finally committed to SketchUp and recommends the Sketchup Essentials YouTube channel, and Jess says use YouTube for every tool purchase decision you ever make and also just buy the good drill the first time.Legal complaints go to Barone Barone Barone Barone Barone and Barone Legal Partners. Motto available upon request.Beat Around the Bench is a woodworking, DIY, and general nonsense podcast hosted by Jess of Jess Build It, Colton of Cold Crit, and Ross of R&C Woodworking and Designs. Find them on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Patreon.

“I built SPOT to get it to this level, I want to shoot it past to where everyone has a 3D model that's all baked in.”Join Devon as he chats with John Brock of SPOT! John is a custom home design/build contractor, an expert 3D modeler, author of “SketchUp for Builders,” and a SketchUp Extension Developer, specializing in building highly detailed 3D models of construction projects—both his own projects and now for builders across North America. His 3D models are used during the pre-construction phase to identify any issues, design mistakes, clashes, and other potential problems, saving time and money.From SPOT's website: "SPOT was built by a custom home builder for BUILDERS! We experienced firsthand the frustration of juggling multiple disconnected tools, losing data in the gaps, and dealing with constant communication breakdowns between the office and the field. We saw builders struggling with fragmented software solutions that forced them to enter the same data multiple times, made it impossible to see the big picture, and left field teams without the information they needed when they needed it. Our mission is simple: create a true Single Point of Truth for residential construction. One platform where drawings, models, schedules, estimates, and field documentation all work together seamlessly. Because builders deserve tools that work as hard as they do."Take a listen to the mentioned episodes (listed in order mentioned in this episode): AOC 376: The AI revolution in constructionAOC 136: Buildertrend Series: How Client Communication Can Change Your BusinessAOC 157: How a Video Game Became Architecture's Most Powerful New ToolAOC 275: Building a System Built Factory in the Colorado MountainsAOC 241: How a Robot Dog Creates a Single Source of Truth on ProjectsKeep up with the Art of Construction (AOC) podcast on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn! Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

Interview de Pierre-Marie Boyer et Antony Pastor: Les Tontons Truqueurs Présenté par Doc et Néo ! Aujourd'hui, nous partons sur fond vert pour parler production virtuelle avec 2 piliers des Tontons Truqueurs, studio montpellierain de VFX avec une philosophie bien a eux ;) Voici les références et liens dont nous parlons dans l'émission et plus encore: _Les Tontons Truqueurs: https://www.ltt-vfx.com/ _ Christian Guillon : https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-guillon-9588a6b/ _Exemple de set extension : _Un si grand soleil : https://www.youtube.com/unsigrandsoleil _Unreal : https://www.unrealengine.com/fr _Sketchup : https://sketchup.trimble.com/fr _L'image Log: https://apprendrelavideo.fr/filmer-en-log/ _La LUT: https://www.littlecam.fr/luts-en-video-a-quoi-ca-sert-et-comment-les-utiliser/ _L'étalonnage : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K96rqXEQfjs&t=323s _Olivier Patron : https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivier-patron-29886a5b/ _Figuration virtuelle : https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8mopq8 Si vous voulez nous soutenir: _Devenez Patreo-Bipede! (Patreon): Become a Patron! _PayPal (pour des dons uniques): _La boutique de Goodies: https://shop.spreadshirt.fr/cgwhy/ Grand merci à nos PatréoBipèdes: _BLACK_LAUGH _Tristan Perard _Raphaelle Bonneton - Lighting Artist _Belisaire Earl - CG Supervisor _Johanna Aïli – Lighting Artist – https://vimeo.com/992945915 _Axel Taus - Doctorant en Production _Quentin Aguirre – Animateur _Sylvain Nouveau – Superviseur FX – http://www.ref-fx.com/ _Adrien Dussaud - Etudiant Rendu/Compo - https://vimeo.com/661968939 _Emilie Damo - Layout Artist _Thierry Espeyrac - Directeur Artistique _Mickael Beugnier - Motion Designer - http://linkedin.com/in/mickael-beugnier _François de Chateleux _Vincent Bachmatiuk - expert rendu PBR _Thibault Pansiot - Animateur 3D - https://www.animstarter.com _Frederic Bonometti _Kader Alihadef - Animateur 3D _Audrey Krawczyk - Photographe - https://www.audreyk.fr/ _Indra Raghouber _Guillaume Bertrand _Dominique Vidal - VFX Sup (BUF) _Quentin Herfeld - VFX Producer _Jean-Baptiste Baron - Consultant Digital (Tech4Art Consulting) _Akuto _Mauryl Saint-Jalmes _Loic Huss _Pierre Bertin Si vous avez des questions, commentaires, corrections à apporter ou des mots sympa, n'hésitez pas à le faire via les réseaux sociaux, le mail ou les commentaires de l'émission. Nous faisons notre possible pour vous répondre au plus vite ;) _CGWhy sur Internet: Mail: cgwhypodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @cgwhypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cgwhypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cgwhypodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0OliAxlgRpRsbQbFlALQ9y Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/fr/show/392962 Génériques: Vulfpeck - Welcome to Vulf Records (feat. Joey Dosik) https://www.youtube.com/user/DJparadiddle/featured https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCO_hcBz-0I N'hésitez pas à noter, commenter l'émission et à nous rester fidèles :) Rendez-vous bientôt pour la prochaine émission !

Mike and Trey Farley host the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast and interview Ontario-based deck designer Robert Hodichak (“Deck Da Vinci”), who designs complex outdoor structures and co-runs 33 North Design with contractor John Lee while also designing for Decks & Docks. Robert explains how remote design is enabled by photos, tools like Hover, SketchUp, and Lumion, and stresses that homeowners should prioritize proper space planning, flow, and understanding use cases (gatherings, dining, kitchens, hot tubs) before aesthetics. He recommends NADRA as a resource for finding qualified deck builders and highlights common mistakes from unqualified contractors, including code and waterproofing failures. The conversation covers material choices (wood vs composites vs PVC), heat and expansion concerns, steel/aluminum framing longevity, under-deck drainage for usable dry space, railing options (aluminum vs glass), lighting for ambiance, stairs and landings, and trends around wellness features like saunas, cold plunges, and spas.   Discover more: https://www.instagram.com/33_northdesign/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/poolzila/   00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:12 Meet Robert Hodichak 01:56 Deck Da Vinci Origin 03:46 Remote Design Reach 04:23 Launching 33 North 05:57 Social Media Backstory 08:07 Finding Builders NADRA 11:48 Deck Planning Mistakes 15:31 Deck Materials Guide 22:13 Steel and Aluminum Framing 24:50 Permits and Runoff Rules 26:01 Dry Space Under Deck 29:27 Railing Options 33:08 Cantilevered Fireplace Build 34:44 Lightweight Stone Cladding 35:20 Decks That Belong 36:20 Tying Decks Into Homes 38:34 Wellness Outdoors Trend 41:04 Biophilic Design Benefits 43:03 Lighting For Ambiance 44:33 Railing Lights Explained 46:10 Fire Pits On Decks 47:23 Signature Project Styles 48:33 Stair Design Essentials 51:38 Built In Seating And Code 53:56 3D Design Workflow Tools 58:18 Deck Failure Horror Story 01:01:52 Extend Season With Porches 01:03:58 Design Due Diligence 01:05:46 Contact And Rapid Fire Qs 01:09:29 Podcast Wrap Up  

Tout est possible, un Manifeste pour le Vivant à destination des vivants humains, écrit par Anaëlle Théry, que j'ai recu dans 2 épisodes précédents : #247 et #235.Ce manifeste est une invitation à redécouvrir la grammaire même du vivant, à réapprendre le langage oublié de l'abondance. *Cet épisode vous est présenté grâce à la complicité de notre partenaire ADEBEO, le revendeur officiel du logiciel SketchUp en France. *Les offres tout juste ici : https://www.adebeo.com?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=podcast Anaëlle nous propose, non pas une énième critique écologique mais active notre capacité d'agir en nous expliquant certaines dynamiques des écosystèmes que nous avons tendance à oublier et surtout qu'on ne nous a jamais appris. Avant il s'agissait du bon sens. Tout le monde savait intuitivement ces bases desquels nos arts de vivre nous ont éloignés.Parmi les informations qui font du bien et qui nous permettent de retrouver notre souffle dans ce chaos suffoquant , le fait que le vivant ne fonctionne pas par la compétition, mais par le don. Le vivant ne tend pas vers la rareté, mais vers l'abondance. Il ne se structure pas en pyramides de domination mais en cercles d'interdépendances.Et surtout l'information essentielle c'est que le cœur battant du système de la vie sur Terre c'est la photosynthèse ! Cette alchimie silencieuse qui, à partir de presque rien, crée de la matière, du sol, de l'air, de la vie

Cet épisode vous est présenté grâce à la complicité de notre partenaire ADEBEO, le revendeur officiel du logiciel SketchUp en France. Les offres tout juste ici : https://www.adebeo.com?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=podcastRetour à la source même du beau : le vivant !Avec Anaëlle Thery pour qui j'ai une très grande admiration et que j'avais déjà reçu dans l'épisode #235 dédié au BON. Grande instauratrice de l'agriculture syntropique de Ernst Götsch en France, Anaelle est très connue pour son livre Bienvenue en Syntropie et son manifeste Tout est possible qui (surprise !!!) sera en ligne la semaine prochaine sur le podcast.Elle nous invite à abandonner le mot « nature », qui continue nous placer en observateurs extérieurs, pour embrasser celui de « vivant » dont nous faisons inextricablement partie. Et depuis ce nouvel espace de vivant parmi les vivant, un chemin, une connexion est retrouvée (enfin !!!)Le beau n'est alors plus une apparence mais la perception sensible d'une logique profonde : la logique du don.Tout, dans le vivant, suit ce principe : un arbre prodigue des millions de glands, une minuscule plante laisse le sol plus fertile en mourant, la photosynthèse crée de la matière à partir de presque rien. Cette profusion apparemment « gaspilleuse » est en réalité un cycle perpétuel d'enrichissement, d'interdépendance et d'abondance croissante.Le véritable beau émerge quand nous apprenons à voir cette systémique du don (dans une graine, une feuille, la décomposition d'un tronc etc). Il naît de la familiarité, de l'attention et il engendre à son tour de la gratitude, puis de l'amour. « On ne protège que ce qu'on aime », rappelle Anaëlle.Cette vision radicale nous interpelle directement, nous, amoureux du beau, esthètes, créateurs, habitants et consommateurs : est-ce que nos actions, nos objets, nos architectures laissent le milieu plus fertile en partant ? L'enjeu n'est pas de faire « plus écolo », mais de changer de paradigme : passer d'une logique d'extraction à une logique de contribution.Si vous sentez que la beauté doit avoir un sens plus profond que le simple plaisir des yeux, si vous aspirez à recoudre le lien entre ce que vous créez et ce qui vous entoure, cet épisode avec Anaëlle sera une oasis de lucidité et d'émerveillement !C'est une invitation à regarder autrement, à penser en cycles, et à retrouver, dans la logique du don, les fondements d'un beau qui a raison.Très belle écoute Hélène===Rejoins le SOCIAL CLUB Où est le beau ? en t'abonnant ici : https://buy.stripe.com/14k4gi5JQ6AQaMofTu auras ainsi accès :-à tous les longues interviews en preview (48h avant) et en intégralité -à tous les épisodes avec une clé = le podcast secret (environ 40 épisodes narratifs) pour découvrir comment vivre un quotidien plus aligné avec les valences hautes du beau et du bon-aux 2 newsletters mensuelles dans lesquelles j'ouvre mon jardin secret et partage mes découvertes les plus pépites (hôtels, restaurants, artistes, créatifs, producteurs etc).Tu peux aussi t'abonner uniquement à la newsletter Où est le beau : https://ouestlebeau.kessel.media/?source_referral=None&source_type=user_referralet à celle Où est le bon :https://httpshttpsouestlebeaukesselmediakesselmedia.kessel.media/?source_referral=None&source_type=user_referral&utm_medium=email&utm_source=subscribe_linkA très vite sur les ondes !HélèneHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

#741 What if one simple 3D render could instantly boost client trust, speed up approvals, and help you win higher-paying projects? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with John Kaplar, founder of Focused SketchUp, to show how creative entrepreneurs can use 3D visualization to win more clients and deliver better projects. John shares his journey from an 18-year software career to building a fast-growing education business teaching designers SketchUp, V-Ray, and AI — then walks through a live demo of how tools like Freepik can “glow up” older renders, apply mood-board finishes, and even generate day/night variations and short video-style camera moves for more compelling client presentations and social content. If you're a designer (or work with designers) and want faster approvals, fewer construction surprises, and more trust with clients, this one's packed with practical takeaways! What we discuss with John: + Leaving an 18-year software career + Building Focused SketchUp + Using SketchUp for 3D modeling + V-Ray for photorealistic renders + AI as a render “glow-up” tool + Faster client approvals + Aligning clients, designers, contractors + Day vs. night render variations + AI-generated social content + Trust through visualization Thank you, John! Check out Focused SketchUp at FocusedSketchUp.com. Follow John on Instagram and LinkedIn. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Et voici ma traditionnelle voice note de début d'année avec tout ce qui NOUS attend ici dans vos oreilles et en vrai ! HATE qu'on vive tout cela ensemble !De tout coeur,HélèneCet épisode vous est présenté grâce à la complicité de notre partenaire ADEBEO, le revendeur officiel du logiciel SketchUp en France. Les offres tout juste ici : https://www.adebeo.com?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=podcast===Rejoins le SOCIAL CLUB Où est le beau ? en t'abonnant ici : https://buy.stripe.com/14k4gi5JQ6AQaMofTu auras ainsi accès :-à tous les longues interviews en preview (48h avant) et en intégralité -à tous les épisodes avec une clé = le podcast secret (environ 40 épisodes narratifs) pour découvrir comment vivre un quotidien plus aligné avec les valences hautes du beau et du bon-aux 2 newsletters mensuelles dans lesquelles j'ouvre mon jardin secret et partage mes découvertes les plus pépites (hôtels, restaurants, artistes, créatifs, producteurs etc).Tu peux aussi t'abonner uniquement à la newsletter Où est le beau : https://ouestlebeau.kessel.media/?source_referral=None&source_type=user_referralet à celle Où est le bon :https://httpshttpsouestlebeaukesselmediakesselmedia.kessel.media/?source_referral=None&source_type=user_referral&utm_medium=email&utm_source=subscribe_linkA très vite sur les ondes !HélèneHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

www.InnoDraw.com WGAN-TV Podcast Episode Summary This episode features InnoDraw, a laser-based measuring and instant CAD drawing platform built for the home-improvement industry. The discussion shows how Matterport Service Providers can add a high-value, on-site service that delivers designer-ready CAD files instantly. You'll hear how InnoDraw bridges the gap between measurement and design—saving time, reducing errors, and opening a new, profitable business stream. Who This Is For Matterport Service Providers and 3D capture professionals who want to expand beyond property tours into measurement-to-CAD deliverables for designers, remodelers, and fabricators. What You'll Learn • How instant CAD delivery accelerates design and quoting workflows. • Why point-cloud approaches add manual steps, time, and potential errors. • How InnoDraw achieves 1/16-inch verified accuracy while mapping walls, doors, windows, outlets, and switches. • Which CAD ecosystems integrate directly: 2020, ProKitchen, Cabinet Vision, Revit, and SketchUp. • How countertop data translates seamlessly to CNC fabrication. • Typical job duration, pricing examples, and achievable revenue for MSPs. Why It Matters Now Delays in drawings or quotes cost designers sales. InnoDraw's on-site, CAD-ready process eliminates that bottleneck—helping MSPs earn more per visit while giving clients a same-day path from measurement to design to fabrication. Guest Highlights Yehiel Goldstein (Founder & CEO, InnoDraw) explains why precision, speed, and CAD compatibility are critical for home-improvement professionals, and how InnoDraw became the bridge between field measurements and final designs. Daniel Strauss (VP, Business Development, InnoDraw) breaks down how MSPs can start with low-cost equipment, achieve quick ROI, and deliver instant CAD outputs that command higher margins. WGAN-TV Podcast Episode Summary This episode features InnoDraw, a laser-based measuring and instant CAD drawing platform built for the home-improvement industry. The discussion shows how Matterport Service Providers can add a high-value, on-site service that delivers designer-ready CAD files instantly. You'll hear how InnoDraw bridges the gap between measurement and design—saving time, reducing errors, and opening a new, profitable business stream. Who This Is For Matterport Service Providers and 3D capture professionals who want to expand beyond property tours into measurement-to-CAD deliverables for designers, remodelers, and fabricators. What You'll Learn • How instant CAD delivery accelerates design and quoting workflows. • Why point-cloud approaches add manual steps, time, and potential errors. • How InnoDraw achieves 1/16-inch verified accuracy while mapping walls, doors, windows, outlets, and switches. • Which CAD ecosystems integrate directly: 2020, ProKitchen, Cabinet Vision, Revit, and SketchUp. • How countertop data translates seamlessly to CNC fabrication. • Typical job duration, pricing examples, and achievable revenue for MSPs. Why It Matters Now Delays in drawings or quotes cost designers sales. InnoDraw's on-site, CAD-ready process eliminates that bottleneck—helping MSPs earn more per visit while giving clients a same-day path from measurement to design to fabrication. Guest Highlights Yehiel Goldstein (Founder & CEO, InnoDraw) explains why precision, speed, and CAD compatibility are critical for home-improvement professionals, and how InnoDraw became the bridge between field measurements and final designs. Daniel Strauss (VP, Business Development, InnoDraw) breaks down how MSPs can start with low-cost equipment, achieve quick ROI, and deliver instant CAD outputs that command higher margins. InnoDraw Gear on Amazon Leica DISTRO D2 Laser Measurer | WGAN.info/d2 Leica DISTRO S910 Pro Kit | WGAN.infos910  

What does it take to build and fund the companies that are truly transforming the built environment? This week, we are joined by Jesse Devitte, co-founder and General Partner of Building Ventures and a pioneer who has spent over three decades at the intersection of architecture, construction, and technology.Jesse shares his remarkable journey, from co-founding SoftDesk, the company that laid the groundwork for Autodesk's AEC division in the early 90s, to becoming one of the first venture capitalists dedicated to the industry. He explains the origin of Building Ventures, a firm created to invest across the entire lifecycle of how we design, build, and operate our world. Supported by a network of industry leaders, the firm was founded on the belief that a wave of innovation was coming, and the built environment was ready for a new generation of transformative companies.The conversation offers a rare look inside the mind of an investor, exploring the evolution of AEC tech, the business model challenges facing architecture firms, and what it takes to get a startup funded. Jesse reveals that his team looks for more than just a good idea; they look for founders with a unique, firsthand understanding of the problem they are solving."We want them to really not pitch us on a solution for their problem. We want them to be in love with the problem. That's an earned secret to us that someone has that they can apply that makes them really unique." - Jesse DevitteThis episode concludes with a forward-looking perspective on where the industry is headed. Jesse argues that the path forward requires a mindset shift from all players: architects must "lean in" to new opportunities like industrialized construction to maintain influence, and the industry as a whole must foster a collaborative ecosystem where startups, incumbents like Autodesk, and practitioners work together to drive progress. His story is a guide to where opportunity lives, offering invaluable insights for both aspiring entrepreneurs and firm leaders wondering how capital, innovation, and design intersect to shape the future of practice.Guest:Jesse Devitte is a co-founder and General Partner at Building Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups that are transforming the built environment. With a career spanning over 30 years, Jesse was a pioneer in AEC software development, co-founding SoftDesk, which was acquired by Autodesk to create its AEC Market Group. He later became one of the first VCs to focus on the built world, with early investments in iconic companies like SketchUp. Through Building Ventures, he continues to support entrepreneurs who are improving how we design, build, and operate our world.Is This Episode for You?This episode is for you if:✅ You are an entrepreneur with a startup idea for the AEC industry and want to know what investors look for. ✅ You are a firm leader trying to understand the broader trends in AEC technology and investment. ✅ You are curious about the evolution of venture capital in the built environment. ✅ You want to hear the perspective of a pioneer who has shaped AEC software from the beginning. ✅ You are interested in the future of design tech, pre-construction, sustainability, and industrialized construction.

Get in Touch! Send us a message.In this episode we're tackling one of most consequential software decisions in your business – your architecture design tools. This isn't about comparing feature lists or debating which platform is "best." We'll look at how one cabinet dealer discovered that sticking with familiar software was costing them opportunities they didn't even know existed.GET IN TOUCH

Colton crushed his metal roof installation project getting thick 26 gauge material for forty four percent savings over Home Depot prices by negotiating in Spanish with his materialist place and completing the whole job in just two or three daysThe new Huffman shop is taking shape with plans for a square garage layout that will provide better wall utilization and center space plus discussions about adding a massive pole barn workshop with concrete floors and big ass fans for ventilationPower planning became a major topic as Colton explores running electricity to the shop either aerial or underground with potential for installing multiple poles and a separate electrical panel just for the workshop areaRoss got deep into traditional mortise and tenon joinery while building his gaming coffee table and shared fascinating history about how this seven thousand year old technique spans every culture from ancient China to modern Japanese timber framingThe Festool router proved its worth as Ross praised German engineering for features like single wrench bit changes and precision depth adjustments that made cutting perfect joinery almost effortless compared to other brandsJess missed the episode due to being buried in late night projects but the guys carried on discussing shop layouts CNC software options and the importance of learning SketchUp for design visualizationSafety became a real concern as Colton shared his sketchy solar attic fan installation where he nearly fell off the roof twice and had to finish the job while dizzy from exhaustion and heatWhiskey of the week featured Old Bardstown Kentucky Straight Bourbon from Willett distillery which Ross described as drinking smoother than its 101 proof with honey and caramel notes but ultimately a one trick pony flavor profileMilwaukee nitrile dipped gloves got major praise from Colton for providing amazing grip during metal roofing work while still being touchscreen compatible and breathable enough for hot Texas weatherShop organization wisdom emphasized the importance of decluttering regularly and getting rid of wood scraps that have been sitting unused for over a year because clear workbenches lead to more actual woodworking productivity

What is most important is that you start to recognize the value of your time. Discovering the value of your time includes understanding how important it is to manage, control, and protect it while still remaining flexible as a business owner. In today's episode, we dive deep into time-saving tips tailored specifically for interior designers that will help you handle minor inefficiencies so that you can spend your time in your zone of genius and the areas that are revenue-generating. We'll cover the top areas that tend to take up time - sourcing, email management, and general time management. Here's a glance at this episode… I share my top 6 productivity hacks for sourcing including how I use SketchUp, buying groups, and vendors to streamline my design processes. I share how I have created a trade directory over time, how I handle shipping rates, and the method behind how I organize my materials library. I dive into my top 4 tips for managing your email without getting stuck in the rabbit hole of checking email all the time. I discuss how I use automation, time blocking, time tracking, and extensions/add-ons within Google to streamline my processes and my calendar. I share with you how I protect my "white space" so that I can have dedicated deep work time. I share my best tips for creating SOPs, managing meeting scheduling, and communicating with my clients and team. Mastering the art of time management and creating more space for true productivity and creativity is crucial for achieving success as an interior design business owner. By implementing strategies such as whitespace scheduling, leveraging productivity tools, and embracing efficient communication methods, you can enhance your productivity, reduce stress, and ultimately achieve your business and design goals with greater ease and efficiency. So, whether you're a solopreneur or part of a growing team, investing in effective time management practices can help to create the space you need to do your best work while also increasing your revenue and time for your personal life. Mentioned in this episode:  Blog Post: How to Organize Your Materials Library Blog Post: Makeover Your Week with Timeblocking Blog Post: How to Capture Systems with Loom Shop: Email Template Suite Join Sketchup - SketchUp Join Danielle House Club  Join Designer's Inc. Check out Design Trade Service Start using Boomerang for Email Dubsado Honeybook Use this Visual Timer: Time Timer Start using Loom for Video Recording FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers FREE Masterclass: 6 Park Framework for A Thriving Interior Design Business JOIN: Designer's Oasis Membership Sign up for The Brief today!

Die Rückspultaste beginnt die große thematische Reise, die den Rest des Jahres 2025 (und vielleicht sogar darüber hinaus) bestimmen wird – macht euch bereit, Schenkel zu klopfen und Zwerchfelle zu strapazieren, denn es wird irre lustig. Simon & Sebastian stecken in einem ersten Rundumschlag das Thema Humor ab und untersuchen, worüber Deutschland vor dreißig, vierzig oder noch mehr Jahren lachte. Und warum. Und ob das okay war – und immer noch ist. Es gilt, Titanen der Comedy zu hinterfragen – Otto Waalkes, Fips Asmussen & Loriot. Ebenso, komische Einschaltquotenhits auf den Prüfstand zu stellen – Sketchup, Nonstop Nonsens & Klimbim. Und dann wären da noch unterschiedlich schlimme Witze sowie rätselhaftes Humorempfinden, das die Rückspultaste nicht ohne einen Beirat von Sachverständigen erklären kann. Wir danken den Lachsäcken vom Dienst für die tatkräftige Unterstützung: Felo aus dem Sumpf, Britt-Marie von Hot Pink, Markus & Nils vom Futur-II-Podcast, Falk sowie dem American Cyborg Terminator 2000 von den Männern, die auf Videos starren. Fortsetzung folgt voraussichtlich im Juni – denn etwas Spaß muß zwar sein, aber muß das sein?

If you've ever dabbled in CNC machining or dreamed of turning your garage into a mini manufacturing hub, you'll know that the journey is equally thrilling and frustrating. In this episode, Brian and Greg take you through their CNC journey—from their first modest machine to new upgrades. Watch It On YouTube Hosted by Brian Benham Portfolio: https://www.benhamdesignconcepts.com/ Brian On Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benham_design Brian On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benham_design/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXO8f1IIliMKKlu5PgSpodQ Greg Porter https://skyscraperguitars.com/ Greg On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregsgaragekc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SkyscraperGuitars  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/GregsGarage Show Notes Brian’s First CNC Machine Brian’s CNC journey began about ten years ago with a small desktop Piranha from Next Wave Automation. At the time, CNC machines were just starting to become accessible to hobbyists and small shop owners. The Piranha was a great introduction to the world of CNC—it was affordable, compact, and perfect for tinkering. He used it to create templates, prototype ideas, and explore the basics of CNC machining. However, it didn't take long for him to hit the limits of the Piranha. Its small size and lack of rigidity made it unsuitable for the production work he wanted to do.  He quickly realized that if he wanted to turn his ideas into a viable product line, he needed a more robust machine. The Piranha became an occasional tool in his shop, reserved for small projects or quick prototypes while he dreamed of something bigger and better. — The Upgrade: Enter the Avid CNC Fast forward to today, Brian ordered an Avid CNC machine—a 2×4-foot model with a fourth-axis rotary option. This machine will be a game-changer for him. Why Avid CNC? He chose the Avid CNC for several reasons: 1. Size and Versatility: The 2×4-foot bed is the perfect size for my shop, offering enough workspace without overwhelming my limited space. 2. Fourth-Axis Rotary: This feature opens up a world of possibilities for creating cylindrical or curved designs, which is something I've been eager to explore. 3. Spindle Power: Unlike my old Piranha, which relied on a Bosch palm router, the Avid CNC comes with a 4-horsepower spindle. This upgrade means better precision, smoother cuts, and no more burned-out routers. While he initially wanted the 8-horsepower spindle, budget constraints led him to opt for the 4-horsepower model. Still, it's a significant improvement over my previous setup. — Lessons Learned from the Piranha His experience with the Piranha taught him several valuable lessons: 1. Size Matters: A small machine might be great for learning, but it can quickly become limiting if you want to scale up your projects. 2. Rigidity is Key: The Piranha's lack of rigidity led to inconsistent cuts and frequent breakdowns, especially when I tried to use it for production work. 3. Automation is a Game-Changer: Manually adjusting toolpaths and dealing with burned-out routers was a constant headache. I'm looking forward to the Avid CNC's automated features, like computer-controlled speed adjustments. — Exploring New Possibilities with the Avid CNC One of the most exciting aspects of the Avid CNC is its potential for automation and precision. Here are a few features I'm particularly excited about: Fourth-Axis Rotary The fourth-axis rotary table will allow me to create intricate cylindrical designs, something I've always wanted to experiment with. While it does take up a significant amount of space on the machine, I'm confident I can find creative ways to maximize my workspace. Tool Changer Although I didn't initially opt for the tool changer due to budget constraints, it's definitely on my wish list. The ability to switch tools automatically would save me a ton of time and reduce the risk of errors. Improved Software Integration I've been using VCarve for toolpath layout and SketchUp for design, and I'm excited to see how these tools integrate with the Avid CNC. One tip I've learned is that VCarve can directly import SketchUp files, eliminating the need to export designs as DXF files. This small workflow improvement can save a lot of time and hassle. — Challenges and Solutions No CNC journey is without its challenges, and I've had my fair share of frustrations. Here are a few issues I've encountered and how I've addressed them: Fixturing and Zeroing One of the trickiest parts of CNC machining is ensuring that your workpiece is properly fixtured and zeroed. On the Piranha, I often struggled with re-zeroing the machine after removing and replacing a fixture. The Avid CNC's auto-touch-off feature should make this process much smoother. Feeds and Speeds Finding the right feeds and speeds for different materials and tools can be a trial-and-error process. I've learned that it's essential to start with manufacturer recommendations and adjust from there. I'm also looking forward to experimenting with the Avid CNC's capabilities to find the optimal settings for my projects. Machine Rigidity Even with the Avid CNC, I'm aware that the aluminum frame might not be as rigid as I'd like. To address this, I'm planning to add stiffeners and possibly a plywood backer to reduce racking forces. — Looking Ahead: The Future of My CNC Journey As I await the arrival of my Avid CNC, I'm filled with excitement and anticipation. This machine represents a new chapter in my maker journey, one where I can bring my ideas to life with greater precision, efficiency, and creativity. I'm particularly looking forward to exploring the fourth-axis rotary feature and experimenting with new materials and designs. I'm also eager to connect with other makers and share my experiences, challenges, and successes along the way. — Final Thoughts If there's one thing I've learned from my CNC journey, it's that the right tools can make all the difference. While the Piranha was a great starting point, the Avid CNC is the machine that will take my work to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned maker or just starting out, I hope my story inspires you to keep learning, experimenting, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

As a sales specialist for SketchUp in Trimble's AEC division, I blend my interior design background with a passion for architectural technology. I help professionals navigate the industry's leading 3D modeling software. Raised in Douglas County, I've always believed in the power of community. Since May 2024, volunteering has opened new doors for me, bringing fresh purpose and perspective to my life. When I'm not helping architects and designers transform their visions into reality, you'll find me spending quality time with my husband and our dogs, who make every day brighter.I began volunteering with Soul Dog Rescue in May 2024 with my sister-in-law Heather Taylor. The mission of Soul Dog Rescue is to perform collaborative and targeted work, primarily through spay and neuter in underserved regions. Once a month we travel to the Navajo Reservation in the Four Corners Region where we may spay and neuter over 200 dogs and cats in a weekend. We rescue surrendered and stray animals and bring them to our clinic in Fort Lupton, CO where we hope to find foster and forever homes.Website: https://www.souldog.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-powell-2337ab72/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JPowell303/Recent Article: https://www.castlepinesconnection.com/rescue-rehab-and-adoption-through-soul-dog-rescue/**********************************************************Judy is the CEO & Founder of the Judy Carlson Financial Group. She helps her clients design, build, and implement fully integrated and coordinated financial plans from today through life expectancy and legacy.She is an Independent Fiduciary and Comprehensive Financial Planner who specializes in Wealth Decumulation Strategies. Judy is a CPA, Investment Advisor Representative, Life and Health Insurance Licensed, and Long-Term Care Certified.Judy's mission is to educate and empower her clients with an all-inclusive financial plan that encourages and motivates them to pursue their lifetime financial goals and dreams.Learn More: https://judycarlson.com/Investment Adviser Representative of and advisory services offered through Royal Fund Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Adviser.The Inspired Impact Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/the-inspired-impact-podcast-with-judy-carlson-interview-with-jennifer-powell-volunteer-soul-dog-rescue

News: Esri AGO updates Map viewer classic road to deprecation  AGE roadmap  SketchUp 2025 Microsoft removing location history API from Windows 11   Web corner Inaugural David J. Weaver GIS Research Fellow at Boston Public Library   Topic: Cartography in 3D   Events: QGIS User Conference 2025: 2-3 June, Norrköping, Sweden    Music: Storyteller by Julianna Laine  

In this episode of the ROCC Pod, we welcome Lindsey Collins, the founder of LMC Interiors, as we explore her journey in the interior design industry and her insights on emerging trends. Lindsey shares how her business began in 2005 after encouragement from her first job to launch a side business. With a degree in interior design from Kendall College of Art and Design and a background in graphic design and art history, Lindsey built a referral-based business specializing in kitchen and bath design.We discuss the significance of kitchens as the heart of the home. Lindsey explains how open concepts, larger islands, and furniture-like cabinetry are revolutionizing kitchen design. She also highlights current trends, including bold colors like deep greens and burgundies, natural materials such as rift-cut white oak and walnut, and combinations of metal, glass, and stone. Lindsey shares her preference for using advanced software like Chief Architect, SketchUp, and 2020 to create 3D renderings that help clients visualize their designs.Lindsey describes her client-focused approach, starting with consultations to understand needs, timelines, and budgets. While she doesn't maintain a showroom, she partners with the Michigan Design Center and other resources to provide access to the latest materials and trends.On a personal note, Lindsey reveals her love for travel, boating on Lake St. Clair, and her new Shichon puppies, Sydney and Sophie. She emphasizes the importance of blending lifestyle, materials, and creativity in her designs, as reflected in her business name, LMC Interiors.More: LMC Interiors Website: https://www.lmcinteriorsllc.com/Phone: 269.598.1935Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LMCDesigns2005Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lmcinteriorsllc Learn more about the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce: https://www.royaloakchamber.com/Connect with our hosts:Jon Gay from JAG in Detroit Podcasts - http://www.jagindetroit.com/Lisa Bibbee from Century 21 Northland - http://soldbylisab.com/

The crew bats about ideas on insulating attic living space and offer opinions on fastening extension jambs. Kieth has a good suggestion for getting into the construction business and doing good work.   Tune in to Episode 668 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Getting a good trade job   ·       Insulation in attic living spaces  ·       The best ways to fasten custom extension jambs   Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 668 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen. 

Alex Grab is the Director of Offsite Programming at the Space Foundation, and shares about the Space Sustainability Competition for 7th-8th grade students based in the United States.Why does space junk matter? Space debris includes defunct satellites, rocket parts, and fragments that orbit Earth at high speeds. These objects pose serious risks to active satellites, space missions, and even essential services on Earth like GPS, communications, and weather forecasting. Your students can be part of the solution, helping to protect the future of space exploration and everyday life.Middle school students in grades 7-8 are encouraged to register. Students will create an Engineering Solution (Design a model using Tinkercad, SketchUp, or other design software to capture or manage space debris), a Business Plan (Develop a marketing strategy to make the solution market-ready), and a Video Pitch (Share your solution in a 3-minute video pitch evaluated by industry experts). Key Dates: • Competition Launch: December 1, 2024 • Team Registration Deadline: January 31, 2025 • Submission Deadline: March 21, 2025 • Winners Announced: May 2, 2025 (National Space Day) You can access the press release detailing the competition here via the Space Workforce for Tomorrow site: swft.space/space-workforce-for-tomorrow-announces-national-space-day-stem-competition-for-middle-school-students/Space Workforce for Tomorrow (SWFT) is a strategic initiative by Space Foundation and The Aerospace Corporation, supported by over 30 leading space organizations. From the classroom to the boardroom, SWFT aims to eliminate the national STEM talent gap, illuminate career pathways for all, and build a workforce ready to meet the demands of the growing space industry.Connect with Alex & Space Workforce for Tomorrow:Website swft.spaceWebsite spacefoundation.orgThe National Space Day Space Sustainability Competition swft.space/nsdChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter/X: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: @dailystemGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

In this episode, I'm joined by the talented design team behind Doctor Odyssey: Production Designer Jamie Walker McCall, Art Director Ryan Garton, and myself as Set Decorator. Together, we dive into the creative journey of crafting a breathtaking Art Deco-themed cruise ship for the series. From sourcing stunning materials and custom furnishings to tackling tight schedules and budget constraints, we share the challenges and triumphs of bringing this vision to life. Hear how the team moved from initial SketchUp models to implementing high-gloss finishes and intricate custom reliefs, all while navigating unexpected filming locations. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous planning and collaborative ingenuity that make the sets of Doctor Odyssey truly shine. Discover the Art of TV and Film Design on Decorating Pages Podcast! Step behind the scenes with Emmy-winning set decorator Kim Wannop as she explores the magic of visual storytelling. Each episode delves into the artistry of TV and film production, featuring exclusive interviews with industry professionals—production designers, set decorators, prop masters, and more. Gain rare insights into how your favorite shows and movies come to life. Whether you're a film enthusiast, design lover, or simply curious about the creative process, Decorating Pages Podcast is your ultimate guide to the world of TV and film production. Don't miss a single episode—subscribe now to start your journey behind the scenes!

Richard shares his amazing home shop and break-down work bench. The crew talks about ways to accurately bend flashing without a brake and how to buy a used metal brake. Fireman and owner/builder Mike is considering a construction career. An anonymous listener thinks metal connectors often have the wrong nails. Mike, Ian and Patrick talk about decorative shingling, home internet services, and good reasons for an energy audit.       Tune in to Episode 661 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Ways to make your home shop work harder for your business ·       How to get into construction without 9-5 experience  ·       Using the right nails in metal connectors    Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 661 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen. 

Architect Ian wonders what Mike thinks about Rhode Island's continuing education for building professionals. Tim says heat pumps have evolved. Tom describes his shop for making custom storm doors and window sash. Carson asks if building science is a real discipline.    Tune in to Episode 659 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Continuing education requirements for builders and designers  ·       Wall-mounted versus ceiling mounted minisplits  ·       Building science as a scientific discipline   Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 659 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.   

 The FHB crew talks about hunting down noisy insect, the pros and cons of rubber and PVC roofs and insulating them without creating problems. They also discuss insulating and waterproofing stone foundations. Tune in to Episode 658 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  A simple method for catching indoor crickets Insulation strategies for EPDM and PVC membrane roofs How to install insulation on a stone foundation  Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 658 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Builders Mike Guertin and Ian Schwandt help the FHB Podcast answer complex questions about affordable new construction, proper compaction around new foundations, and how to deal with peeling paint on a mountainside masonry wall.   Tune in to Episode 657 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Strategies for making new homes affordable  ·       Properly compacting backfill around a new foundation for a patio  ·       Water movement through masonry and controlling peeling paint     Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 657 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.   

Listeners share their home shop ideas. The crew answers questions about insulating above-grade basement walls and how to form and insulate the edges of a building slab.   Tune in to Episode 656 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  ·       Tips and tricks for a productive home shop  ·       How to insulate basement walls with rigid insulation ·       Edge insulation and form work for a thickened-edge slab     Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes:  Episode 656  ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Send us a textIn this episode of The Designer Within Podcast, host John McClain and interior designer Christina Richardson delve into the critical aspects of contracts and negotiations crucial for a successful design business. Christina shares her unique transition from mining to design and how her diverse background empowers her practice. They explore the importance of clear contracts covering scope, price, and liabilities, strategies to avoid scope creep, and effective negotiation techniques. Key highlights include insights on international agreements, leveraging technology like VR and SketchUp, and the benefits of niching and networking in the industry. Tune in for actionable advice on managing client relationships, enhancing communication, and incorporating Scandinavian design principles into your portfolio. This episode is packed with tips on building a strong foundation in design while protecting your business interests.00:00 Starting a Design Business: The Importance of Contracts01:03 Welcome to The Designer Within Podcast02:17 Introducing Christina Richardson: From Mining to Design04:58 Christina's Journey: From Sweden to the US08:39 The Business Side of Design: Contracts and Negotiations18:19 Scandinavian Design Principles and Storytelling28:47 Balancing Design and Financial Decisions29:30 Advice for International Designers30:13 Understanding the Vienna Agreement31:40 The Importance of Contracts and Liabilities37:48 Explaining Agreements to Clients39:31 Starting Out in the Design Industry42:08 Networking and Collaboration49:50 Embracing Technology in Design51:42 Hiring Experts and Building a Team55:10 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationFor more information on Christina Richardson:Website: https://christinarichardsoninteriors.com/ Check out MY LINK HERE for a free 30 day trial to MyDoma Studio and organize your clients and projects the easy and efficient way!https://www.mydomastudio.com/john/ For all things John: www.johnmcclain.coFor more information on my online Courses & Coaching Program for Interior Designers, visit: https://designsuccessacademy.com/Order a signed copy of John's book: The Designer Within (or purchase anywhere books are sold!) https://buy.stripe.com/dR67vBgmo41j1PyfYZJOIN OUR DESIGNER WITHIN CLUB for all of the latest news, updates, and freebies! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/649dd053cac3e37f36e4a45eCHECK OUT MYDOMA STUDIO WITH A FREE 30 DAY TRIAL USING THIS LINK! https://www.mydomastudio.com/johnConnect With John!InstagramFacebookTik TokLinkedIn...

The Podcast crew talk about the beauty and benefits of functional shutters. Matt shows us how to save wildlife from window wells. Richard explains how to improve attic air handlers and ductwork. Matt Millham shares his favorite lime wash recipe.   Tune in to Episode 654 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  Mike talks about how shutters protect homes from sun and storms Richard talks about the best way to run HVAC in unconditioned attics    Matt explains how Ann Arbor is requiring home energy ratings at resale Mixing your own lime wash for masonry   Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.   ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 654 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Peri, who is having a disagreement with a coworker, asks the Podcast about insulating structural columns for an elevated deck.   The FHB Podcast crew talks about getting kitchen design help from multiple designers. Peri asks if there's any reason to insulate hollow porch columns and address walls. Robert has been house shopping in the Bay Area and every real estate inspection indicates problem vapor barriers.   Tune in to Episode 653 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Kitchen design rules for tight budgets  Decks structure and Canadian stair design Where to put vapor retarders in mixed climates Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@finehomebulding.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 653 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

This week's favorite question comes from Jim who asks on Fine Homebuilding's forum if he can replace rotted pressure-treated decking or does he have to rebuild the whole deck.   The FHB Podcast crew talks about cross-compatibility of power tool batteries. Contractor Evan in Dallas is asking how to replace moldy sheathing behind brick without removing the brick. The crew offers their best suggestions and discuss the importance of managing vapor drive behind brick or other reservoir claddings.    Tune in to Episode 652 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: Power tool battery pack construction and cross-compatibility  Deck construction and durability of pressure-treated lumber Brick veneer vapor control and moldy framing and sheathing     Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 652 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer, the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

The Podcast question of the week comes from Chris, who asks about the best way to install inset windows so they're easy to replace when the time comes. We also hear from Superspeeder on YouTube who wants more details on Ian's Pretty Good House. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceilings and wall paneling. Tune in to Episode 651 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: What makes a Pretty Good House The basics on inset window installations Cool ideas for a home shop and shop techniques for the job site Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.   ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 651 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer,the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen

The Podcast question of the week comes from Tyler, who is building a bridge from native lumber over his hogs. We also hear from Dan Kolbert of Kolbert Building and coauthor of Pretty Good House. Dan shares thoughts on sustainable building. Finally, Matthew asks if you need an air barrier behind board ceiling and wall paneling. Tune in to Episode 650 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about: The importance of drywall or another air barrier behind tongue-and-groove boards How to build a boardwalk using native, locally sawn lumber The advantages and challenges of installing exterior insulation Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.   ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes:  FHB Podcast 650 ➡️ Learn about SketchUp for Builders by Jon Beer,the new E-learning course from Fine Homebuilding  ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Crystal Bright, a virtual interior designer. Crystal shares how she grew her business in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Crystal has completed over 400 projects in the past five years and helps other designers transition to virtual work. Crystal explains how she uses AI and tools like 2020 Design Live to streamline her virtual design process and provide high-quality services to clients. In this episode, they discuss:Crystal's story of starting a virtual interior design business and growing a lot during the 2020 pandemicCrystal was offering kitchen plans on Fiverr initially at a low cost of just $15 but later realized her valueOvercoming impostor syndrome, and gaining confidence in her design work through education and experience, and taking NKBA coursesVirtual design and rendering software that Crystal uses – 2020 Design Live, SketchUp, Lumion, etcPros and cons of flat rate vs hourly fee structures for design servicesChallenges of in-person design work vs remote work and balancing business and creativityHow Crystal automates her client communication and uses tools like Canvas, Monday CRM, Zapier, etc, to simplify workflowsHow Crystal streamlines her virtual projects with Design LiveFinding a balance between charging rates that clients can afford and appropriate compensation for her skills and expertiseStrategies for negotiating project proposals Using AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline client onboarding, interpreting clients' questionnaires and design preferences, etcMentioned:Follow Crystal:@crystaldbrighthttps://www.instagram.com/crystaldbright/ @livingbrightinteriorshttps://www.instagram.com/livingbrightinteriors/ @3dbrightdesignshttps://www.instagram.com/3dbrightdesigns/ Living Bright Interiors Website: https://www.livingbrightinteriors.com/ NKBA courses for kitchen and bath: https://nkba.org/ Scanning floorpans with Canvas app: https://canvas.io/ Lumion for renderings: https://lumion.com/ Monday CRM app to communicate internally: https://monday.com/ Zapier for automation: https://zapier.com/ Loom for video replies and communication: https://www.loom.com/ Learn more about Cyncly and Design Live: https://www.2020spaces.com/2020products/2020designlive/ Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow -

The Collaborative Building Design PlatformJoin Altaf Ghanihar, founder of Snaptrude, as he delves into his journey of developing a revolutionary design tool for architects. With a research background in geometry and computer graphics, Altaf contributed to a large-scale national project focused on reconstructing a UNESCO World Heritage site in 3D. This experience exposed him to the outdated tools and workflows of architects from the 80s and 90s, sparking his desire to assist. Initially creating plugins to address specific workflow needs, Altaf realized that these were mere band-aids for a much larger issue. Over a decade, it became clear that the entire design ecosystem needed an overhaul.In this podcast, Altaf shares the story behind Snaptrude, a tool that combines the simplicity of SketchUp with the power of BIM. Discover how Snaptrude aims to connect people, data, and tools in a cloud-first environment, creating a single source of truth for design software. Altaf explores the future of design tools, emphasizing collaborative and intelligent design mechanisms and the integration of code analysis and regulations. Tune in to learn how Snaptrude is set to transform the architecture and design industry.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, The Collaborative Building Design Platform with Altaf Ganihar.Connect with Altaf online at Snaptrude, and find him on LinkedIn.Please visit Our Platform SponsorsAs an architect or firm owner, you might find yourself swamped with drawings that take up most of your day, leaving you with little time to manage your business. MGS Global Group can lighten your load by handling all your drafting and rendering needs! Visit MGSGlobalGroup.com and book your free consultation today.ARCAT.com is much more than a product catalog, with CAD, BIM, and specifications created in collaboration with manufacturers. ARCAT.com also offers LEED data, continuing education resources, newsletters, and the Detailed podcast. Visit ARCAT.com to learn more.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.Mentioned in this episode:ArchIT

How SketchUp Fosters Human-Centric DesignMike Tadros, Director of Product Management at Trimble and SketchUp, shares his journey from designer to tech leader, discussing how SketchUp has evolved under Trimble to become the leading 3D modeling platform. Explore SketchUp's AI-driven capabilities and VR/AR applications that are revolutionizing the design industry.Mike highlights SketchUp's focus on human-centric design, leveraging new technologies to enhance creativity and collaboration. Hear about the impact of the Apple Vision Pro headset and how SketchUp aims to create powerful yet enjoyable tools for designers. Discover the company's commitment to building a more beautiful, sustainable future through innovative software.Whether you're an architect, designer, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights into the transformative power of technology in design.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, How SketchUp Fosters Human-Centric Design with Mike Tadros.Connect with Mike at Trimble and SketchUp, or follow him on LinkedIn.Referenced in this EpisodeTrimble Early Engagement ProgramPlease visit Our Platform SponsorsGo to https://betterhelp.com/architect for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp for supporting our community of small firm entrepreneur architects.ARCAT.com is much more than a product catalog, with CAD, BIM, and specifications created in collaboration with manufacturers. ARCAT.com also offers LEED data, continuing education resources, newsletters, and the Detailed podcast. Visit https://ARCAT.com to learn more.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.Mentioned in this episode:Gabl CES

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   In today's episode, I'm catching up with Tammy Cody, founder and instructor at SketchUp for Interior Designers where she has taught 1000's of interior designers exclusively for over a decade how to master SketchUp so they can streamline their productivity while producing beautiful and organized drawing sets to accurately convey their ideas to clients and contractors.   Here's a glance at this episode… Tammy shares the common misconceptions about Sketchup We discuss where to start if you want to explore Sketchup for your interior design business Tammy shares tips on using organization and modeling within SketchUp Tammy shares new features you'll want to check out if you're an existing user.   Mentioned in this episode:  JOIN: Interior Designer's Business Blueprint FREE DOWNLOAD: 7 Habits of Highly Profitable Interior Designers FREE Masterclass: 6 Part Framework for A Thriving Interior Design Business Dear Kate: Submit your questions for the show! SketchUp for Interior Designers Follow Tammy on IG SketchUp for Schools  

How To Sell Your Products and Services To Small Firm ArchitectsIn this episode, Mark chats with Keith Brooks, co-founder of Sloped and owner of kBrooks Design Studio. Keith shares his journey from architecture to carpentry, leading to the creation of Sloped, a platform connecting design firms with SketchUp and Layout professionals. They discuss the challenges small firms face in hiring freelancers and the importance of trust and relationship building.Keith highlights the transition from drafting to 3D modeling, the revolutionary potential of layout-ready modeling, and the need for architects to embrace new technologies. With a diverse background in architecture, carpentry, and design, Keith emphasizes that success lies in building strong relationships and continuously learning.Tune in to learn how to sell your products and services to small firm architects, leveraging insights on technology adoption, community engagement, and freelancing platforms like Sloped.This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, How To Sell Your Products and Services To Small Firm Architects with Keith Brooks.Connect with Keith online at Sloped.io, or follow him on LinkedIn and Instagram.Referenced in this EpisodeEA464: Keith Brooks – SketchUp ExpertsPlease visit Our Platform SponsorsGo to https://betterhelp.com/architect for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. Thank you to our sponsor BetterHelp for supporting our community of small firm entrepreneur architects.ARCAT.com is much more than a product catalog, with CAD, BIM, and specifications created in collaboration with manufacturers. ARCAT.com also offers LEED data, continuing education resources, newsletters, and the Detailed podcast. Visit https://ARCAT.com to learn more.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.Mentioned in this episode:ArchIT

This Episode's Questions: Brian's Questions: Gentlemen, First, I hope you all know that the sounds that pop through occasionally from your families in the background don't make a bad podcast; they make you human and THAT is part of what makes your podcast great. On the subject of families, I have 3 young sons (6, 4, 2 years old) that love "helping" with woodworking projects and learning about tools.  The family has outgrown our current dinner table, and I've been tasked with building a new one.  I'm planning a 6.5'x3.5' dinner table that doesn't need to be an showpiece heirloom dining table, but I'd love to produce something that will look nice and can handle the inevitable mayhem of a young family.   Can you recommend a wood species and some finish options that will stand up to these demands? I can feel white oak calling me here, should I answer the call?  (For context, our kitchen cabinets and floors are all darker wood tones so more dark might just blend into the background too much.) Thank you as always for your contribution to the woodworking community.  Your knowledge, experience, and unique characters make this truly the best woodworking podcast. Evan Hey guys! Love the podcast and appreciate all the work you put into it. My wife and I have been planning a remodel of our kitchen for a few years. I really want to build the cabinets, but also recognize that my time is pretty limited with work, and my wife doesn't want a partially completed kitchen for months. I'm currently designing the kitchen in Sketchup to a pretty high level of detail because we have some restrictions with the space that I need to ensure I take into account. The goal is to work through as much as I can in Sketchup to reduce guesswork, decisions, and time once I start  building. We have currently decided that I will build the cabinet boxes and face-frames since it will be easer to custom design and build for the space, and I'm researching options for outsourcing the drawer boxes and drawer/door fronts. We are planning on using rift sawn white oak with inset door and drawer fronts. The drawer boxes seem like a pretty easy option to outsource, but the fronts seem like they could pose some challenges that I may not be considering. Should I be worried about significant color or grain differences between the outsourced supplier, and what I can get locally to build the face-frames? Since they will be inset, do you have a recommendation on sizing when I order? For example, I'm planning on a 3/32" reveal between the face-frame and doors/drawers, should I order with 1/16" or the full 3/32" oversized so I can trim to the exact opening once the cabinets are installed in case something shifts? Thanks for the help! Jason Guy's Questions: Hi guys. Love the podcast! Wish I could find a fishing podcast as good. Life would be perfect. I made the move to a Fuji Sprayer.  I bought one with the gravity feed gun but now think I made a mistake. I think it would be easier to hold finish in the cup between coats. What is your preference and why? Thanks so much. Joe Hi Guys, I recently asked a question concerning how to glue up a frame and panel so it's flat. I took your advice and it worked great. Thanks so much!!! I have two unrelated questions: I recently purchased expensive hinges from Horton-brasses. When I received the hinges I made a jig out of MDF so I could simply rout out the mortises for the hinges to sit in. As usual, I make the jig so they are a perfect fit for the hing. I tested the jig on a piece of scrap and the hinge fit perfectly. I then used the jig on a cabinet I made and the hinge did not fit. I tried the various hinges I purchased and only one of the hinges fit (the hinge I used to make and test the jig). After measuring the hinges, I discovered that they were all different sizes varying by about .01”. I contacted Horton-brasses and explained the problem and they told me that their acceptable tolerance is +/- .05”. With some simple math this means that their tolerance is about 1/16”. I have purchased hinges from other manufacturers and never had this problem before. My question is: am I being too picky to expect the hinges to be the same size or a lot closer than +/- .01? When you make jigs for hinges, do you leave a little extra room for hinges that are off a little? Finally, where do you recommend purchasing hinges and other hardware from? Mike Gitberg Huy's Questions: Hi fellas, I would love to hear some advice regarding sanders. I have a small hobby business of selling large wood slabs that I mill with a chainsaw mill. I know this isn't traditional woodworking but it is enjoyable and brings me enough money to buy new tools and gain experience with real woodworking. After each slab is dried I plane it down with a TrueTrac router sled system. It works great and only leaves minor ridges to sand out except on knots, crotch grain, curl and all the other "defects" that folks like in slabs where I get some tear out. I usually run 40 grit over each slab with my Dewalt random orbit but this can take a long time to get the tear out sanded. I have an old Makita belt sander but no matter what I do that seems to dig in at the tear of the belt and leave grooves in the wood. If I were to buy a dedicated sander for just 40/60 grit first pass of slabs what do you recommend? A better belt sander? Or a wider diameter orbit and high quality sand paper? Thanks for the great podcast, keep it up! Jeremy Westra I've been woodworking for a few years but I'm still fairly new. Recently I've been building chairs that are either heavily influenced or loose copies of some famous Hans Wegner designs. So far I've built these chairs for friends and family but I'm getting more and more unsolicited requests. While I don't think making chairs for family and friends is an issue, I suspect posting and selling chairs online that are obvious copies of classic designs (like Wegner's ch25) could be patent or trademark infringement. What do you think? Also, its worth mentioning, many large retailers like Target, Walmart, Wayfair, etc. are selling obvious knock-offs based on famous designs while not mentioning the original. Apparently this is ok since I'm sure their legal departments reviewed the issue. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Earl

Guy's Questions: Guys, Recently I've been trying to expand my meager wood shop with budget friends older tools. (Most recently a delta x5 6” jointer to fix up and repaint for example). What would you look for when shopping for a used band saw you're hoping to re-saw with? Where do you look for parts for older/discontinued tools? Any advice on tools that are best to just buy new? Many thanks, Dave Can you share about your design process? My biggest challenge is coming up with designs or finding plans (or redesigning plans) that are going to come out terrific without being too far above my skills, the tools I have, or my available time.  Do you ever make prototypes or miniatures first?  Do you do your planning in Illustrator, Sketchup, Rhino or ?  Or do you just make notes and sketches on paper?  And where do you keep your notes so you can recreate the same results? For context: I discovered woodworking during the pandemic and fell in love with it.  I'm a senior woman and it's a wonderful hobby for me (not a career or a side hustle).  I'll never make lots of the same item for selling, but making only one doesn't work because I don't get good at it until I make at least 3. Trish Thank you so much for covering my question about building a Butcher Block. I was shocked that Guy could speak French!!! I should not be surprised as Guy is a French name (pronounced Gkee). However, I am not familiar with the expression he used, but he is excused since he prefaced it with "Pardon my French". Guy, you are forgiven, but if you want to use some really good French salty words to punctuate a thought, I am here for you buddy. We frogs need to stick together. On a side note, I have another question. I would eventually like to purchase a drill press. I really like the Nova Voyager and its direct programmable drive. My question is, what is the advantage of a free standing vs a bench mount drill press. I can see the advantage of a bench mount as it can provide storage space below. But why would any wood worker prefer a free standing unit? I believe I saw in huy's video he does have the Nova drill press. From Thailand, Bert Plourde Huy's Questions: Hi guys!  Thank you for the great podcast.  I look forward to listening to half of your show on the coincidentally timed drive to our local Woodcraft, and the other half on the way home.  You put out great information, and humbly have the best show out there. I have a question about sanding mops, and don't know if any of you have experience with them.  I'm currently making a large batch of ‘Contemporary Door & Drawer Pulls' based on Larissa Huff & Robert Spieces's article in FWW issue #289. Using Walnut. One of the last steps in the article says,  “To further refine the shape, and give the pull a nice soft quality, we finish up those hard to reach edges with a flap sander in the drill press.  This sanding tool gives the pull a wonderfully tactile feel…” After looking at the sanding mops in the Klingspor catalog, I'm a bit overwhelmed by the many options.  I'm curious as to which grit (grits) you might suggest to get that oh so important ‘wonderfully tactile feel'.  I also wondered if there is a particular manufacturer you've had success with. Thank you for your help! Kevin Long Hey guys, As a hobbyist I like projects where I have to figure out something new (but not too extreme). Sometimes I will modify a plan to make it more functional, more interesting, or just so I don't get bored. Most of the time I don't regret it, but occasionally I do kick myself.  As professional woodworkers how do you balance the need to be efficient and the desire to be creative? Thanks, Chuck Hello gentlemen, I am in the middle of a remodel that will finish with painting the outside. I am going to make shutters for the windows and would like suggestions on what wood to buy. They will be painted. I live in California and won't have woods like alder or ash  or southern pine available. The  most common outdoor wood around here is redwood but that is normally stained and not painted. Can you use softwood in that application?  Would even pine work? I would love your thoughts. Thanks, Rick