This week on Built Classical, Amy and Konner take on a deceptively simple design topic: color. Why did we all get scared of it? Is white really the “safe” choice? And what do ancient castles, open concept floor plans, and a kid’s favorite crayon have to do with timeless design? Amy walks through her process for choosing paint, where to start with color in your home, and why your house is already trying to tell you what it wants to be. From the psychology of color to practical tips on swatches, paint decks, and sheen choices—this one’s for the design nerds and the color-scared.

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In this episode of Built Classical, Amy and Konner peel back the curtain on what a general contractor—aka a builder—actually does day-to-day. From managing 50+ subcontractors (who all have their own crews) to juggling architects, vendors, clients, budgets, and constant fires, it’s a lot more than swinging a hammer. They talk through why you hire a builder, the surprising social and counseling roles involved, and what homeowners get wrong about bids and TV remodel budgets. Plus, stories about cornrows, Tex-Mex, and why building is as much about people as it is about houses. Whether you’re planning a project or just curious how much work goes into creating a beautiful home, this episode’s for you.

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On this episode of Built Classical, we’re talking Nancy Meyers — or at least what Instagram thinks is the Nancy Meyers aesthetic.
Amy normally hates trends, but even she thinks this might be positive for the greater good: if it pulls people back toward the fundamentals of timeless design, maybe it’s worth it. Konner? Still bickering about trends.
By the end, though, we figure out there’s room for both opinions — as long as your house tells your story, not TikTok’s.

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🎙️ Why Movie Houses Stick: Memory, Pattern & The Architecture of Feeling
Welcome to the porch! This week, we’re digging into why certain movie houses get stuck in our heads — and our hearts — long after the credits roll.

We’ll chat about the psychology behind it all, how pattern language makes spaces feel safe and familiar, and why your brain lights up at classic details like symmetry, rhythm, and scale. From the picket fences of Father of the Bride to the cozy corners of Nancy Meyers’ kitchens, we’re talking about how set designers use homes to tell stories, evoke emotion, and create moments that linger.

So pull up a chair on our back porch and make yourself at home. We’re glad you’re here.

A quick Midweek Mini where we pull up a chair and chat about what’s on our hearts — from trim profiles to running a small business, to why the little details still matter.

This week: Are we passionate… or just picky? We share stories of being misunderstood, why we’ll keep fighting for the pretty things, and what we’ve learned about leading with humility without losing conviction.

Join us on the porch for a short, honest conversation about caring deeply and learning as we go.

🎙️ Built Classical: A Designer & Builder Podcast

Hosted by Amy & Konner Rohrer

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Welcome to the porch! In our very first episode, we dive into why we call ourselves the hopeless purists — a designer and builder duo who still get worked up over trim profiles, window sashes, and old-house charm most folks overlook.

We’re talking about where this obsession started, how it shapes our work (and marriage), and why we think details are worth fighting for in a world hooked on shortcuts and square footage.

So pull up a chair on our back porch and make yourself at home.