Building Better Podcast
Building Better Podcast
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What's going on in the world of the building trades? Now it's easy to find out. Get info and expertise from host Lauren Tucker and her guests, all to keep you better informed - and entertained.
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The podcast covers a variety of topics relevant to the residential construction industry, including leadership in building associations, upcoming home expos, and remodeling trends, with episodes featuring discussions on the importance of participating in local events like the Parade of Homes and the nuances of community involvement in construction.
What’s going on in the world of the building trades? Now it’s easy to find out. Get info and expertise from host Lauren Tucker and her guests, all to keep you better informed – and entertained.
In this final special Parade of Homes edition of the Building Better Podcast, host Lauren Tucker welcomes Blake Waldecker of Waldecker Homes and Mike Elya of Elya Construction Company to showcase two distinctive homes featured in this year’s Parade. Blake shares the story behind the complete transformation of his own family’s lakefront home, highlighting thoughtful design, indoor-outdoor living, aging-in-place features, and smart home technology that make the space both functional and inviting. Mike discusses the creation of the “Cadillac Cottage,” a custom hunting retreat designed with rustic craftsmanship, live-edge hickory cabinetry, reclaimed barnwood finishes, and timeless materials built to last for generations.
The episode also features conversations with two valued Parade sponsors, Brad Searles of James Hardie and Calvin Ingleston of Watson Motors, who discuss innovative exterior building products, fleet solutions for contractors, and the importance of supporting Northern Michigan’s building industry. Together, the conversations celebrate craftsmanship, quality partnerships, and the people who bring exceptional homes to life across the region.
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