Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith interviews Greensboro councilwoman and current mayoral candidate Marikay Abuzuaiter on how she will improve Greensboro if she were to get elected. Marikay covers topics including improving safety in Greensboro as well as her plan for moving Greensboro forwards with her years of on-the-ground experience. Make sure to check out our previous episode with opposing Mayoral candidate Robbie Perkins https://open.spotify.com/episode/29ofexW6gygbocznFIAoZH?si=CMQhn1HuSaGzuF-8A4IcqQ

This is episode 19 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith interviews former mayor and current mayoral candidate Robbie Perkins on how he will improve Greensboro if he were to get elected. Robbie covers topics ranging from how money should be invested in Greensboro’s amenities like the aquatic center and the coliseum to strategies for meeting the growing housing pressures as more jobs move to Greensboro. Make sure to subscribe to see the next episode with opposing mayoral candidate Marikay Abuzuaiter.

This is episode 18 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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In this episode Jason Smith and Ian McPeeters of Beeson Hardware talk about the latest trends and technology in today's luxury bathroom. From large standalone tubs with hot air injection to remote controlled heated toilets there are a variety of amazing new innovations being shown off at the Beeson Hardware showroom.

This podcast is a production of Triad New Home Guide.

Episode 17 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason interviews Carlos Butler who shows off a wide array of lighting options available at the Butler Lighting showroom. This wide variety shows how North Carolina is still very traditional when it comes to lighting solutions, but that modern styles are slowly making their way into homes due to advances in LED technology. This podcast is a production of Triad New Home Guide.

Episode 16 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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In this episode Jason talks with Brandon Clendenin of Florida Tile about how tile trends are changing to accommodate new and exciting material technologies. Everything from full bathrooms to outdoor fireplaces are getting extravagant tile—and knowing what materials to use is why Brandon and Florida Tile are the best resource to visit when designing a new home.

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Episode 15 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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In this episode, Jason talks with Betty Smith of Smith Marketing and Gary Hill in the second of a two-part discussion with these industry icons. Both Betty and Gary have been prominent leaders in the home building, land development, and real estate markets in the Triad for 50+ years. In this part the guests talk about how the internet and other modern technologies have influenced marketing strategies.

This podcast is a production of Triad New Home Guide.

Episode 13 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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In this episode, Jason talks with Betty Smith of Smith Marketing and Gary Hill in the first of a two-part discussion with these industry icons. Both Betty and Gary have been prominent leaders in the home building, land development, and real estate markets in the Triad for 50+ years. They share interesting stories of their memorable successes and provide insights on how the markets have evolved over the past five decades. Join this engaging conversation and be sure to tune in for the second half in the coming weeks.

This podcast is a production of Triad New Home Guide.

Episode 13 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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In this episode, Jason Smith speaks with Ian McPeeters of Beeson Hardware to discuss the latest kitchen and bath trends. Join them as they walk throughout Beeson's extensive showroom, highlighting the styles, finishes, and quality features builders and consumers are seeking. Today, they focus on popular kitchen items like sinks and faucets, as well as newer offerings like pet washing stations, workstation sinks, and water treatment products. They will explore bathroom trends in a future podcast, so be sure to tune in for that in the coming weeks.

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Episode 12 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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Jason Smith is at the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) and Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He caught us with some local North Carolina builders from the Triad who are also at this year’s show to ask their perspective on the event and the new products and innovations being showcased.

Featuring Michael Enscore of Veritas Construction in Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Phil Warrick of Piedmont Wholesale Emgineering in Greensboro, North Carolina; and Gary Hill, President of J. Gary Hill, LLC residential builder and developer in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

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Episode 11 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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Buying a new home is exciting, but navigating the mortgage process can be confusing. Join us as we discuss the nuances of financing a new construction home. Jason Smith talks with Gary Cagle of The Fidelity Bank about some of the variables of the mortgage market, interest rates and appraisals, the benefits of CP loans vs. conventional loans, and how selecting an experienced builder can help to speed the process along significantly.

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Episode 10 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

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