In this episode, Curtis Lawson and Randall Duncan (President of Data Smart and Duncan Security) discuss the evolution of home technology in the last 20 years, with buyers now expecting more connectivity and smart home features. Randall shares his 23 years of experience in the Houston market and talks about the importance of integrators being called in early in the design process, the cost drivers in home automation, surge protection and much more! With advancements in product and technology over the last few decades, it is now more accessible and affordable for people of all budgets.

Learn how to make sure your project succeeds by tuning in!

Danny Rigg (Architect & Founding Principal of Rigg Studio) joins Curtis Lawson for a discussion about the architecture costs for a custom home build or renovation. They talk about how to find the right architect and how investing in good design can save you money in the long run. The conversation centers around understanding how architects arrive at fees and what drives their costs.

The experience and expertise of this builder and architect will offer insight into the value of good design and the benefits of a holistic approach to building projects, as well as the process behind creating successful and cost-effective projects.

Are you a homeowner looking to learn more about the costs associated with interior design services for your new home or renovation project?

Curtis Lawson sits down with Tiffany Edwards, Owner & Principal Designer of Edwards Interiors and Designs, to discuss the costs of interior design, the design process, the questions homeowners should ask when interviewing designers for their projects, and much more.

Don't miss out on this informative and insightful episode!

Two builders sit down to hash out the reality of what it costs to do a custom kitchen renovation in your home.   

Curtis Lawson and Dan Bawden (President & CEO of Legal Eagle Contractors, Co.) discuss the cost drivers, hidden costs, what's going to increase your costs on a renovation and how to avoid common mistakes, and last but not least, how to find the right builder for your dream home renovation.

We will guide you on the right way to do things and how to get started!

As we continue in the "What Does it Cost?" theme of Season 2, we get into the bathroom portion of the home remodels.

Curtis Lawson and Kelly Kirk (Owner & President of Greymark Construction Company) discuss the costs associated with bathroom renovations, why it is easier to upgrade and renovate your bathroom if you are already doing another renovation project in your home, why the cost per squre foot in such a small space is more expensive than expected, and how to find the right team for your project. 

Tune in to learn more!

What does it cost to add an outdoor living space to your home? Maybe you want to add a pool, and to do some pool or landscape design and want to educate yourself on what to expect? 

Tune in to this episode as we will guide you on what you need to know before getting started!

Daniel Slate, Managing Partner of Water's Edge Outdoor Living, joins Curtis Lawson to discuss the cost drivers for these additions on your custom home, the features to avoid given the climate in Houston, the easy upgrades, and things to consider when planning your spaces!

Two builders and an architect get together to discuss what does it cost for custom whole-home renovations and additions.    

Today are guests Jeremy McFarland and Matt Sneller, who were both featured in Season 1, and they are back now to get into costs when dealing with custom home renovations. 

The importance of a good team is key and these guys get into all the hidden costs that people may overlook when doing home renovations. Join us on this episode to learn more about what to look for in your team players, what really goes into that new home addition you've been dreaming about and lots more!

We dive into the topic of WHAT DOES IT COST to build a custom home build or a custom home remodel.

Can you really quantify what the costs are with a project? 

Joining Curtis Lawson to kick off this first episode of Season 2 is Owner of ALBARRAN | Architecture + Construction, Franco Albarran. Tune in to learn a little more about the custom home build process and the costs that drive the architecture part of the project and gain insight into what to expect.

Thank you so much for joining us on our journey with the story of Season 1 and all of our interviews. 

Toner and Curtis discuss the story that we covered in Season 1, their favorite episodes, what they think are the big take-aways, and dive into the questions from our followers and friends, and give their feedback and answers. 

We want to ensure that you have the tools and knowledge for success on your venture. Or, maybe you are just curious about the process or want to learn a little more about what a designer's role is, or the building performance expert, the structural engineer. Whether you are a home owner, an architect, a builder, a designer or a contractor, these episodes are all aimed at going into what truly goes into a custom home build. We hope that if you have not tuned in before this episode, that you go back and check out our previous episodes, in order, so that you may learn more about what goes into the custom home building process and how to avoid common mistakes. 

Please email us any questions and we will respond promptly and probably address it in our next Q&A episode. 

Thanks you again!

Just as we thought that Brian and Heather’s home troubles were over, they discover that they have structural damage! Although they have their owner's representative to guide them through correcting the problems, it is another huge cost and lesson learned. 

What led to this? Was it the builder's fault? Or could this have been the result of something done by the homeowners themselves? Tune in to find out!

Joining us to discuss a very important aspect of the construction process is Insurance Broker, Tye Justice, of Hotchkiss Insurance. Insurance should be part of the planning process and plays an important role in the success of a project as the long term protection plan for everyone. Tye and Curtis get into the details of residential construction insurance, builder’s risk, types of coverages, liabilities and more.