Home Design Academy

Toby Witte is an Architect and principal of Wittehaus Architects based out of Charlotte, NC with offices in Asheville, NC - Durham, NC - and Greenville SC. Toby is also the author of Supersizing Bliss, How We Have Betrayed Our Homes and the Happiness We Seek.

Toby joins the conversation today to discuss how our housing went wrong, what homeowners should be focused on instead, how he guides his clients in creating custom, modern energy efficient homes and more.

We discuss his book, the fun videos he publishes on YouTube and his new podcast.

You won't want to miss a single moment of this interview as Toby shares some inspiring strategies and considerations that homeowners should have when setting out to build a custom home.

Visit Toby's website, subscribe to his YouTube channel and purchase a copy of his book at the links below.


Purchase a Supersizing Bliss:
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Visit Toby's Website:
https://www.witteha.us/

Subscribe to Toby's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@wittehaus



Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

This is Part Three of a Three Part Series on EntreArchitect. One of the best ways to improve your architectural firm is by joining the EntreArchitect Network.

Inside the Network you will find documents, resources, business coaches, monthly expert training sessions, 24 CEU's every year - 12 of which are HSW and the mastermind groups.

Architects, and firm owners who take part in the EntreArchitect Network run better, more successful firms.

In Part One we received an introduction to EntreArchitect

In Part Two we discussed why attending the EntreArchitect Annual Meeting on October 23-25, 2024 in Nashville, TN is one of the best things you can do for your firm this year.

This is not a paid advertisement and I receive no financial compensation from promoting EntreArchitect, I do so because the community has meant so much to me and my firm that I want other architects to share in the success. All proceeds from this video will be donated to the EntreArchitect scholarship which helps new firm owners attend the Annual Meeting.



Join the EntreArchitect Network:
https://entrearchitect.com


Attend the Annual Meeting:
https://entrearchitect.com/annualmeeting


Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

This is Part Two of a Three Part Series on EntreArchitect. The best thing you can do for your firm this year is to attend the EntreArchitect Community Annual Meeting October 23-25, 2024 in Nashville, TN.

At the meeting you will see inspired presentations and interactive workshops that will provide you with action items that you can use and implement in your firm.

If you don't reserve soon the event will be sold out and you will miss out on an incredible opportunity.

In Part One we received an introduction to EntreArchitect

In Part Three we will dive deep behind the scenes of the EntreArchitect Network and take a look at all the resources and support that members receive.

This is not a paid advertisement and I receive no financial compensation from promoting EntreArchitect, I do so because the community has meant so much to me and my firm that I want other architects to share in the success. 


Join the EntreArchitect Network:
https://entrearchitect.com


Attend the Annual Meeting:
https://entrearchitect.com/annualmeeting



Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

If you want to become a better architect and a better business owner you need to join the EntreArchitect Network. Joining the network will provide you with mentorship, resources and documents and access to a community of architects who actually care about the success of your firm.

There are many ways to take part in the EntreArchitect community and in Part One of this three video series I will give you an introduction to EntreArchitect and show you the many resources that are available for free.

Part Two will go over the best thing you can do for your firm this year and that is to attend the EntreArchitect Community Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN from October 23-25, 2024.

In Part Three we will dive deep behind the scenes of the EntreArchitect Network and take a look at all the resources and support that members receive.

This is not a paid advertisement and I receive no financial compensation from promoting EntreArchitect, I do so because the community has meant so much to me and my firm that I want other architects to share in the success. All proceeds from this video will be donated to the EntreArchitect scholarship which helps new firm owners attend the Annual Meeting.

Join the EntreArchitect Network:
https://entrearchitect.com

Attend the Annual Meeting:
https://entrearchitect.com/annualmeeting

Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#064: If you are building a new custom home, how can you ensure that you don't end up with a house that looks the same as everyone else? There are certain steps that you can take to make sure your new custom home is specific to your site and specific to you and your family. By following the steps in this video you will on your way to creating something unique.


Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#063:
I had the pleasure if talking with Landscape Architect Nicholas Campanelli who is a partner and Associate Principal of MDLA base in Boston, MA and Glastonbury, CT.


Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#062: Can you live in your home during construction is a question I often hear from homeowners. The answer is varied, if you choose to do so you may be in for a tough time.

Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#061: As part of the Legacy Homes series, which you can find on the N3 Architecture YouTube channel and also on the Home Design Academy Podcast, I sit down with Mark Martin, custom home builder with Schultz Miller Construction in Seattle Washington.

When you are building a new custom home or planning a major renovation project it is always beneficial to hire a contractor for pre-construction services. Even though it may result in more cost up front to pay the contractor for this service, the benefit in the overall project is priceless.

First off, it is a good way to determine if you and the contractor are a good fit, before you sign a contract with them for the construction of the home. Next you get the contractors input on the budget of the design. This preliminary contractor pricing will almost always be more accurate than an architect's estimated cost based on the square footage of the home. Then you get the contractor's input on the structure, envelope, mechanical systems and finishes. They can also provide you with different options and work with your architect on the final details.

Having the contractor engaged early, as part of the team is a better way to approach your project. Don't think that you need to wait until the final plans are complete and then go out and get three bids to just choose the lowest price.


Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#060: When you are looking to build a unique, custom home you do not want to be looking at boring cookie-cutter designs with recycled style. If you do that your home will look just like everyone else's. But if you want something different where do you look? In this video I will show you some of the places I look for inspiration when creating a home that is completely unique and custom for my clients.

Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel

#059: If you rush through the design phase you could potentially miss out on the opportunity to create something meaningful with your new home. Often times homeowner deadlines are arbitrary and they are in a rush to finish and in doing so they end up with a mediocre design. Most likely designing a custom home is a once in a lifetime opportunity, don't waste it.


Consider purchasing a copy of my book: The Homeowner's Guide to Residential Design and Construction Projects. It is available as a PDF download through my website or in a paperback version on Amazon.

visit n3 architecture for more information

go check out the n3 architecture YouTube channel