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Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast

Built Classical Podcast

He builds, she designs — and together we’re married, opinionated, and downright obsessed with the details most folks overlook. Each week from our back porch, we dive into conversations about life, our design-build company, craftsmanship, and timeless design — celebrating the kind of charm that outlasts trends (and calling out the McMansions that make our eyes twitch). If you care about charm , or just love a good porch chat on why homes should be built like they used to be — pour a drink, pull up

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00:29:21

Should we give up?

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/10/21

After six weeks away, we’re back—and a lot has happened. In this episode, we talk honestly about seasonal burnout, finding out we’re pregnant, and what it feels like to run a small business in a market that seems determined to squeeze every drop of creativity (and sanity) out of you. We open up about the pressure to either adapt or quit, how that tension shaped our time away, and what’s next for Heirloom Homes and Built Classical. It’s messy, hopeful, and real—because sometimes the hardest seasons

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00:55:04

We are so done with bare walls.

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/08/28

This week on Built Classical, Konner takes the host seat to interview Amy on one of her favorite topics: wallpaper. Together, they trace wallpaper’s history from ancient China to English manor houses, unpack why it’s not a “trend” but a timeless design choice, and debate installation methods like paste vs. peel-and-stick. Amy shares her biggest wallpaper “icks” (spoiler: no accent walls), her favorite rooms for wallpaper, and why Schumacher is her go-to source. You’ll also hear personal stories of

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01:07:58

So… What’s It Like Working With Your Spouse?

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/08/20

What’s it really like to run a construction and design business with your spouse? In this episode of Built Classical, Konner and Amy pull back the curtain on the good, the messy, and the lessons they’ve learned building Heirloom Homes together.From the chaotic early days of starting a company, to drawing hard lines between work and marriage, to laughing through jobsite arguments, they share how boundaries and humor have kept their partnership strong. They also talk about how their roles have shifted

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00:35:14

Movie Houses: The Notebook

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/08/13

This week on Built Classical, we’re breaking down one of the most iconic movie homes of all time: the white house with blue shutters from The Notebook.We cover:🏛️ Its real-life architectural history (Victorian? Greek Revival? Kinda both?)🛠️ How the movie transformed the exterior for peak romance🎬 Why the house is the main character📚 What to study if you want to build (or restore) something like itPlus:🌾 Raised foundations, deep eaves, operable shutters, and dreamy porches🎤 Shoutout to screen

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00:44:15

Ham, Mold & Deep Eaves

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/08/06

In this episode of Built Classical, we dive into the world of build science and how it intersects (or collides) with traditional architectural design.We cover:🏠 What “build science” even means🔧 Moisture control, mold fears, and the case for zip sheathing🌬️ Why deep eaves, cross-breezes, and crawlspaces still work📐 Can a home be both beautiful and airtight?Plus:🎶 Our life theme songs👻 The celebrity ghost Amy would tolerate🧠 And whether we’re just romanticizing the past (mini-ep coming

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01:16:32

Restore It or Rethink It: The Difference Between...

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of Built Classical, Amy and Konner ask the big question: What if your home doesn’t need to be made new—just remembered?We’re cutting through the Instagram fluff and flipping the script on what "restoration" actually means. From window myths to lost trades, to what makes something worth preserving—you’ll hear practical tips, strong opinions (as usual), and a whole lot of love for wood windows, old growth pine, and materials with soul.Whether you're team “tear it out” or

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00:07:12

Your House Isn't The Problem

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/25

This tiny but tender reminder is for anyone feeling disconnected or at odds with their house. Instead of fighting it, what if you listened? What if you asked what is it really trying to become? In this short episode I share why your home may not need a total overhaul, just your attention. There's beauty in leaning into what's already there, and goodness waiting to be noticed.

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00:56:37

Color Isn't a Fad & Why We're Done with Griege

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/21

This week on Built Classical, Amy and Konner take on a deceptively simple design topic: color. Why did we all get scared of it? Is white really the “safe” choice? And what do ancient castles, open concept floor plans, and a kid’s favorite crayon have to do with timeless design? Amy walks through her process for choosing paint, where to start with color in your home, and why your house is already trying to tell you what it wants to be. From the psychology of color to practical tips on swatches, paint

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00:40:56

What Does a Builder Really Do? Project Manager,...

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of Built Classical, Amy and Konner peel back the curtain on what a general contractor—aka a builder—actually does day-to-day. From managing 50+ subcontractors (who all have their own crews) to juggling architects, vendors, clients, budgets, and constant fires, it’s a lot more than swinging a hammer. They talk through why you hire a builder, the surprising social and counseling roles involved, and what homeowners get wrong about bids and TV remodel budgets. Plus, stories about

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01:08:27

Nancy Meyers Called... That's Not Her Aesthetic

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/10

On this episode of Built Classical, we’re talking Nancy Meyers — or at least what Instagram thinks is the Nancy Meyers aesthetic.Amy normally hates trends, but even she thinks this might be positive for the greater good: if it pulls people back toward the fundamentals of timeless design, maybe it’s worth it. Konner? Still bickering about trends.By the end, though, we figure out there’s room for both opinions — as long as your house tells your story, not TikTok’s.--See our work at

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00:50:55

Why Movie Houses Stick With Us

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/07

🎙️ Why Movie Houses Stick: Memory, Pattern & The Architecture of FeelingWelcome to the porch! This week, we’re digging into why certain movie houses get stuck in our heads — and our hearts — long after the credits roll.We’ll chat about the psychology behind it all, how pattern language makes spaces feel safe and familiar, and why your brain lights up at classic details like symmetry, rhythm, and scale. From the picket fences of Father of the Bride to the cozy corners of Nancy Meyers’ kitchens,

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00:37:04

Passionate or Just Picky?

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/07/02

A quick Midweek Mini where we pull up a chair and chat about what’s on our hearts — from trim profiles to running a small business, to why the little details still matter.This week: Are we passionate… or just picky? We share stories of being misunderstood, why we’ll keep fighting for the pretty things, and what we’ve learned about leading with humility without losing conviction.Join us on the porch for a short, honest conversation about caring deeply and learning as we go.🎙️ Built Classical: A

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00:48:04

The Hopeless Purists

Built Classical: A Designer and Builder Podcast ·

2025/06/29

Welcome to the porch! In our very first episode, we dive into why we call ourselves the hopeless purists — a designer and builder duo who still get worked up over trim profiles, window sashes, and old-house charm most folks overlook.We’re talking about where this obsession started, how it shapes our work (and marriage), and why we think details are worth fighting for in a world hooked on shortcuts and square footage.So pull up a chair on our back porch and make yourself at home.

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