This New House

The design/selections meeting is one of the most exciting parts of building a new home. April Jensen, Lead Designer at Halen Homes joins Scott to talk about the process and how to make it as fun and stress-free as possible. April will share the importance of uncovering your decorating style and how to find it if you're not sure what it is (Hint: lean on your designer!).  Scott and April also discuss Halen's Design Center and how it saves customers time and hassle when choosing all their new home finishes. If you're thinking of building or remodeling, this is the episode for you!

You spend so much time choosing finishes when building and decorating your home, but if the lighting is poor, your hard work could be lost in the dark. April Jensen, Lead Designer at Halen Homes, talks with Scott about how important lighting is in a home. From task lighting to statement fixtures, April will breakdown everything you need to know about lighting the inside and outside of your home. 

In our final episode of the season, Scott talks with Adam Nonn of Nonn’s Kitchen, Bath & Flooring (nonns.com) about what’s trending in home appliances. Need a TV in your refrigerator door? How about an oven you can preheat with your phone? You got it! Appliance technology is ever-changing, and Adam is going to get us up to speed. They also dive into the problems that COVID-19 is creating with appliance availability. 

Adam Nonn, from Nonn’s Kitchen, Bath & Flooring (nonns.com) is back to talk about all things flooring! There are more choices in flooring than ever before. From traditional materials like carpet and natural wood to engineered wood, laminate, and SPC/WPC vinyl, consumers have lots of options – all with their pros and cons. Adam and Scott tell you everything you need to know before you take a step onto your new floors.

Cabinets and countertops are fundamental elements of your home’s interior. While function is key when choosing these essential pieces, design is always top of mind. Adam Nonn, from Nonn’s Kitchen, Bath & Flooring (nonns.com) joins Scott to discuss why more people are going with box cabinets instead of custom, the differences in countertop options (and there a lot of them), and how the pandemic has affected the availability of building materials today.

Looking to buy land to build on? Has the lot been on the market for a long time? What about adverse possession rights? Is it buildable land? This New House host Scott Thistle and Mark Augustine from LandMark Sciences finish this three-part series looking at all the challenges that can come into play when buying lots and land to build a house. Together they explain what everyone needs to watch out for and consider before making an offer on a lot. 

In episode two of our three-part series on lots and land, Scott talks again with soil expert, Mark Augustine from LandMark Engineering Sciences. An often overlooked, yet a key element of home building is the soil you build on. To have your home look good above ground, the foundation below ground needs to be right. Mark explains the different types of soil and how they affect your foundation. They also talk about seasonal groundwater and why you want to be aware of that to avoid flooding and moisture in your basement. 

Land expert Mark Augustine talks with Scott about his background and how he helps people choose the right lot to build on. In this first of a three-part series, Scott and Mark talk about what goes into choosing a lot in a subdivision versus out in the country. From setbacks and zoning to soil and the water table, there are many details that need to be considered before you can start building a new home. Scott also dives into the differences in zoning and rules among municipalities like villages, cities, and towns. If you are looking build this episode will give you the “ground rules”. 

Part 2 of the HVAC discussion with Dave Jones, Inc. In this episode, Scott is talking with Joe and Matt talk about furnaces and air conditioning units, how they work, and what's available for consumers today. They discuss the importance of regular maintenance to keep your equipment running efficiently. 

It’s too hot! It’s too cold! How do you get the most out of your heating and cooling system and keep everyone comfortable? In this episode, Scott talk with Joe Skidmore and Matt Bubb from Dave Jones, Inc. about the calculations that go into designing a properly working HVAC system. Learn how to get the most out of your heating and cooling and stay comfortable in your home; all while still being energy conscience.