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Lynn Taylor is Taylor Made Plans in Nashville Tennessee. Lynn is a home designer. She has been serving her clients in the Nashville area by being generous and focusing on what she does best. Lynn speaks and publishes about the home design process which allows interested clients to see clear evidence of her skills and talents. You can find Lynn at https://taylormadeplans.com/ Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast. He provides residential owners representation coaching and consulting at ShepherdPMC consulting ( shepherdPMC.com). Fred has 30+ years experience as a licensed architect and custom home builder. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find us here at Shepherdpmc.com Home Owner's Institute is now on Instagram- @home_owners_institute

In this episode I talk with Rebecca Snelling. I wanted to avoid talking about Lean Construction, but our shared passion for the ideas, principals and concepts of Lean were too strong. This is Part 1 of a two part conversation. In the end we reference Lean Construction often, so I will add a third part of our conversation where we go in more depth explaining the principals or Lean. This glossary of terms recording can be found here https://www.thehomeownersinstitute.com/ Rebecca Snelling coaches people, teams and organizations on Leadership and Lean Transformation with an emphasis on advancing culture. She started in the construction industry in 1996 and in 2006 began coaching various companies and teams to apply Lean thinking and principles to their organizations and projects. She works with owners, architects, contractors, engineers and trade partners, as well as full project delivery teams. She coaches Leaders at all levels to integrate Lean thinking into their organization and develops Lean Coaches to effectively facilitate, train and coach others implementing Lean practices and behaviors. Rebecca is well versed Lean tools and techniques, including Last Planner System® in Design and Construction and Target Value Delivery; and her passion lies in developing lean culture through Leadership Development, Lean Strategy Development and Execution, Building High Performing Teams, and Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking. Rebecca has developed and delivered training materials on Lean applications. She has written numerous white papers and blog posts on Lean culture and tools. She has been actively involved in the Lean Construction Institute (LCI) since 2008 and is a contributing author of both LCI books Transforming Design and Construction, a Framework for Change and Target Value Delivery: Practitioner Guidebook to Implementation. She speaks at various industry events across the US and abroad. Rebecca is on the LCI Board of Directors as well as the Center for Innovation in the Design and Construction Industry (CIDCI) Board of Directors. Rebecca has been on the Core Teams of multiple LCI Communities of Practice, the Chair of the LCI Education Committee for over 4 years, is an LCI Certified Instructor, a Master Trainer of the Choosing by Advantages Decisionmaking System and is Dare to Lead™ trained. Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast. He provides residential owners representation coaching and consulting at ShepherdPMC consulting ( shepherdPMC.com). Fred has 30+ years experience as a licensed architect and custom home builder. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find Fred here at https://www.thehomeownersinstitute.com/

Part 2 of my conversation with Rebecca Snelling. In this short but rich conversation we talk about the theory of the Integrated project delivery system and contracts, sharing resources and communicating with your team. We reference some lean term so I have out a glossary of terms on the website for reference. This glossary of terms (recording) can be found at https://www.thehomeownersinstitute.com/ Rebecca Snelling coaches people, teams and organizations on Leadership and Lean Transformation with an emphasis on advancing culture. She started in the construction industry in 1996 and in 2006 began coaching various companies and teams to apply Lean thinking and principles to their organizations and projects. She works with owners, architects, contractors, engineers and trade partners, as well as full project delivery teams. She coaches Leaders at all levels to integrate Lean thinking into their organization and develops Lean Coaches to effectively facilitate, train and coach others implementing Lean practices and behaviors. Rebecca is well versed Lean tools and techniques, including Last Planner System® in Design and Construction and Target Value Delivery; and her passion lies in developing lean culture through Leadership Development, Lean Strategy Development and Execution, Building High Performing Teams, and Choosing by Advantages Sound Decisionmaking. Rebecca has developed and delivered training materials on Lean applications. She has written numerous white papers and blog posts on Lean culture and tools. She has been actively involved in the Lean Construction Institute (LCI) since 2008 and is a contributing author of both LCI books Transforming Design and Construction, a Framework for Change and Target Value Delivery: Practitioner Guidebook to Implementation. She speaks at various industry events across the US and abroad. Rebecca is on the LCI Board of Directors as well as the Center for Innovation in the Design and Construction Industry (CIDCI) Board of Directors. Rebecca has been on the Core Teams of multiple LCI Communities of Practice, the Chair of the LCI Education Committee for over 4 years, is an LCI Certified Instructor, a Master Trainer of the Choosing by Advantages Decisionmaking System and is Dare to Lead™ trained. Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast. He provides residential owners representation coaching and consulting at ShepherdPMC consulting (shepherdPMC.com). Fred has 30+ years experience as a licensed architect and custom home builder. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find Fred here at https://www.thehomeownersinstitute.com/

Everett Andrews is a lifelong craftsman. In grade school, he helped his grandfather, an architect and building inspector, build a working gristmill. High school days were focused on learning the basics of cabinetmaking. A strong work ethic developed as logging, landscaping, and timber-framing jobs filled the days following school. While building furniture, turning wood, and learning about building science, a love for working with his hands grew into a full time vocation. The next ten years were spent building and remodeling many fine homes and commercial properties in the Blackstone valley.   As interests shifted, and his family grew, Everett moved into furniture making at a local shop and then architectural millwork at a growing Worcester based company. As the company grew, as did his skills and responsibilities. Problem solving and communication skills were developed through more complex and detailed projects. He became the site supervisor and project manager customers sought out for their high-end residential and commercial projects from Maine to New Jersey, and Cape Cod to Vermont.   In 2012, EA Custom Millwork was established, opening the latest chapter in Everett’s career. He endeavors to provide every customer with an enjoyable experience by personally overseeing all aspects of the project at hand. When he is not making sawdust or working with clients, Everett can be found spending time with his grown children, hiking, flyfishing, and sailing the coast of New England. Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast, and runs the company ShepherdPMC with his partner Mike McHugh. Fred is a licensed architect who worked as a custom home builder in Boston MA. ShepherdPMC has dedicated their unique experience to help engaged owners lead the realization of their dream homes confidently and with purpose. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find us here at Shepherdpmc.com Home Owner's Institute is now on Instagram- @home_owners_institute

Everett Andrews is a lifelong craftsman. In grade school, he helped his grandfather, an architect and building inspector, build a working gristmill. High school days were focused on learning the basics of cabinetmaking. A strong work ethic developed as logging, landscaping, and timber-framing jobs filled the days following school. While building furniture, turning wood, and learning about building science, a love for working with his hands grew into a full time vocation. The next ten years were spent building and remodeling many fine homes and commercial properties in the Blackstone valley. As interests shifted, and his family grew, Everett moved into furniture making at a local shop and then architectural millwork at a growing Worcester based company. As the company grew, as did his skills and responsibilities. Problem solving and communication skills were developed through more complex and detailed projects. He became the site supervisor and project manager customers sought out for their high-end residential and commercial projects from Maine to New Jersey, and Cape Cod to Vermont. In 2012, EA Custom Millwork was established, opening the latest chapter in Everett’s career. He endeavors to provide every customer with an enjoyable experience by personally overseeing all aspects of the project at hand. When he is not making sawdust or working with clients, Everett can be found spending time with his grown children, hiking, flyfishing, and sailing the coast of New England. Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast, and runs the company ShepherdPMC with his partner Mike McHugh. Fred is a licensed architect who worked as a custom home builder in Boston MA. ShepherdPMC has dedicated their unique experience to help engaged owners lead the realization of their dream homes confidently and with purpose. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find us here at Shepherdpmc.com Home Owner's Institute is now on Instagram- @home_owners_institute For extra episode bonus content please go to the Home Owners Institute Website and subscribe to the extra content mailing list. With the subscription you will receive a code to access past and future episode content.

An interview with Jackie Lopey founder of Wide Canvas. Wide Canvas provides resources for serious DIY home owners who are interested in managing their own projects.

An interview with Eve Isenberg, Principal of the women-owned InkStone Architects in Concord Massachusetts. InkStone Architects specializes in renovating Mid Century Modern Homes in New England.

Bill Scholtens of Elements Architectural Group in Chicago shares with us his ideas on the benefits testing and failing in the design and construction process. We discuss the inequity of information owners have at the beginning of the process and how good architects and builders can bridge the knowledge gap. He shares experiences on how to set budget expectation before the introduction of the contractor. And how choosing the right contractor for your project is essential in building a team that will respect and work collaboratively towards mutual success. Bill also shares the joy of his childhood home and how it influences his current practice of designing restful spaces intentionally. Bill can be found at www.elementsarchitects.com

Bruce Irving is a real estate agent and home renovation consultant based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His 30+ years’ experience with houses includes 17 years as producer of television’s This Old House, where he earned an Emmy and learned the hallmarks of quality design and construction. He brings his house knowledge to bear when helping buyers and sellers as a realtor, and works to put together successful projects for his renovation clients by drawing on his extensive contacts in the design and construction community. Irving writes about architecture and design for several publications and is the author of New England Icons, a book about the region’s built environment. A graduate of Williams College, he lives with his family in Cambridge, where he serves as chairman of the city’s historical commission and as a council member at the Cambridge Historical Society.

In the episode Mike McHugh and I talk with Mike Doiron who is the owner of the Housewright Company. They specialize in the renovation and reconstruction of older homes on the North Shore of Boston, Massachusetts. The conversation highlights are how to find a builder that aligns with your values. We get into how to pace the work with your ability to be present. Mike shares a story on how one of his owners expressed her gratitude mid project and how meaningful this was towards the craftspeople working on the project. There are two Mikes on the Mic today so don't be confused. I hope you enjoy. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find us here at ShepherdPMC.com

In this episode Ben and Fred have a discussion about home owner's creativity and leading with vulnerability. Ben Broughton builds custom homes in Austin TX in order to support a nasty philosophy habit. He has recently returned to custom homebuilding after a foray into real estate development that served to remind him that he is a craftsman at heart. Ben’s love language is using dialectics to better understand the world of construction and in that regard, Ben appreciates Fred. Fred Gutierrez is the host of "Home Owner's Institute" , podcast, and runs the company ShepherdPMC with his partner Mike McHugh. Fred was a licensed architect who worked as a custom home builder in Boston MA. ShepherdPMC has dedicated their consulting services to help engaged owners lead the realization of their dream homes confidently and with purpose. If you or a friend would like to share what made your project successful, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the podcast with question or comments you can find us here at ShepherdPMC.com

Home Owners leading their renovation or new construction projects should consider the role the heating and cooling systems have in the success of their project. While these systems are often very complex, an understanding of the options, constraints and limits is helpful. Today Brad Keyes, a mechanical engineer and business owner practicing in the greater Boston area, helps us understand the basics of the design and construction of mechanical systems. Brad's firm, Keyes North Atlantic, Inc., has designed and installed unique HVAC systems for over 40 years.