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Home: The Second Story

Sheri Scott, Marilyn Moedinger
Home Renovation
Renovation
Architecture
Home Building
Interior Design
Custom Home Building
Custom Homes
Design Process
Residential Architecture
Tile
Kitchen Design
Home Design
Home Improvement
Kitchens
Decision Fatigue
Multi-Generational Homes
Construction Costs
Architectural Design
Appliance Storage
Multigenerational Living

Everyone ​talks ​about ​how ​hard ​it ​is ​to ​do ​a ​major ​renovation ​or ​custom ​home ​building ​project, but we are here to take the guesswork and fear out of it. Join two veteran architects: Sheri Scott of Spring House Architects, and Marilyn Moedinger of Runcible Studios, as they sit down with folks who have been through the renovation or building process. Our guests will offer their best t... more

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In this episode of Home: The Second Story, Sheri Scott and Marilyn Moedinger talk with Caleb Fetter, President and Managing Partner at RMS in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. RMS is an electrical services provider, lighting specifier, and technology integrat... more

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In this snack-sized episode of Home: The Second Story, we talk about uncertainty and how much of it shows up when homeowners are deciding whether to renovate, build new, or take on a custom residential project. Big projects come with big unknowns. Th... more

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In this one-year anniversary episode of Home: The Second Story, we look back at what the podcast has taught us about homeowners, custom projects, and the conversations people need before they begin. The show started as a way to let past clients talk ... more

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In our third mailbag episode, we answer three listener questions about hiring a builder, comparing bids, and knowing when plans are detailed enough for pricing. The first question asks what homeowners should ask builders beyond cost and schedule. We ... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Hyson
Trade Sales Manager at the Cincinnati Pella branch
Pella Windows and Doors
Episode: How To: Shop for Windows for a Custom Home or Renovation
Nick Blessing
Trade representative working with Springhouse and other builders
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Episode: How To: Shop for Windows for a Custom Home or Renovation
John Katzman
Owner, speaker guest with Lauren Katzman, Columbus, Ohio
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Episode: Building a Multi-Generational Forever Home
Lauren Katzman
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Katzman family, Columbus, Ohio
Episode: Building a Multi-Generational Forever Home
Antonia Botero
Real estate development professional and architect who served as GC on her Park City project
Real estate development company
Episode: The Ultimte DIY: Architect and GC Couple Builds in Utah
Scott Choppin
Homeowner and developer with on-site experience in renovation/new build
Self-employed developer/contractor
Episode: What 19 Years Can Teach You About Building a House
Carol Walsh
Homeowner who renovated her kitchen
Episode: Doing It Yourself - But Doing it RIGHT
Mark LePage
An experienced architect and podcaster
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Episode: Architects At Home: What Mark LePage Learned The Hard Way
Kelly Settle
Homeowner who recently completed a renovation
Episode: No Need to Move, Just Do a Thoughtful Renovation!

Hosts

Sheri Scott
Co-host; architect with Spring House Architects; frequent guide through topics on design, renovation processes, and collaboration
Marilyn Moedinger
Co-host; architect with Runcible Studios; leads discussions on practical design, budgeting, and project management
Taylor Davis
Co-host; architect with TPD Architecture and Design; contributes host-level perspectives on design execution and collaboration

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Interesting information showing your thoughtful designs

    Love listening to your different perspectives based on design in your specific locations. Thanks for sharing what’s trending, what your clients want, and the specific details needed to create the vision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnetteMashi
    Israel7 months ago
  • Brilliant Women, engaging content

    Excellent listen! These intelligent and articulate women discuss the realities, frustrations and nuances of designing with an architect that may not be common knowledge, but are nonetheless essential to the process of designing your next project, and make a strong case for why hiring an architect is a must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrowFourthUF
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests offer actionable insights on budgets, timelines, and avoiding common renovation pitfalls.
Listeners appreciate practical, experience-based guidance from design professionals.
The hosts articulate complexities of working with architects and contractors clearly.

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Brooklyn Gut Renovation: What Patrick Wishes He Knew Before Starting
Q: What advice would you give listeners about managing on-site interactions with GCs and foremen?
Be present, build relationships, meet the foreman, and maintain clear lines of communication through the architect to avoid miscommunication and cost overruns.
Brooklyn Gut Renovation: What Patrick Wishes He Knew Before Starting
Q: What was the turning point that convinced you a gut renovation would be cheaper and better in the long term?
The team realized that segmenting trades and incurring change orders was riskier and more costly than a comprehensive gut renovation, which allowed pull-through of permits and a more cohesive plan.
Brooklyn Gut Renovation: What Patrick Wishes He Knew Before Starting
Q: So how early did you bring in an architect or design team, and what was the impact?
Patrick explains that involving an architect early changed the dynamics of the deal, helped shape the renovation direction (gut vs phased), and improved negotiating leverage on the house purchase.
Mailbag: Hidden Costs, Site Risks, and First Steps That Matter
Q: What should I bring to the first architect meeting to make it productive?
Bring your ideas, especially things that spark conversation, and be prepared to discuss priorities and how they might shift as design develops; items like Pinterest boards, budgets, a survey, and clear preferences help the architect guide the process.
The Ultimte DIY: Architect and GC Couple Builds in Utah
Q: When is the contractor brought in, especially given that you were the GC from day one?
Antonia explains they adopted a design-build approach tailored to their situation, with ongoing field decisions and close coordination with trades, bypassing traditional bidding in favor of keeping momentum and control.

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What is Home: The Second Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran architects host conversations with homeowners, builders, and industry partners about navigating major renovations and custom homes. Episodes emphasize practical guidance on design processes, budgeting, permits, and decision-making, with real-world anecdotes and actionable tips to avoid common pitfalls. A notable strength is the mix of design insight from seasoned professionals and accessible guidance from clients and suppliers, making it useful for both prospective guests and listeners seeking a realistic path through large-scale projects. The show frequently covers cost planning, contractor coordination, and how early architectural involvement shapes outcomes, often highlighting strategies to preserve personality while achievin... more

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1. Craig Hyson
2. Nick Blessing
3. John Katzman
4. Lauren Katzman
5. Antonia Botero
6. Scott Choppin
7. Carol Walsh
8. Mark LePage

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