Join Matt Krueger on Built By Insights as he dives into an inspiring case study with Lawrence Smith, who, alongside his family, embarked on the journey of building their dream custom home. From the initial steps of needing a personalized space to the final touches of move-in day, Lawrence shares his unique perspective on each step: design, the conceptional, the building of the house, the selection of the items, and more. Listen as Lawrence recounts the collaboration with Built By Krueger and his architect, and the choices that created a home perfectly tailored for his family of six. This episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at how custom homes come to life, balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability to create spaces that truly feel like home.

In this episode of Built By Insights, host Matt Krueger dives into a rich conversation with Lawrence Smith, a longtime friend, client, and VP of Construction Management Solutions at Trimble, a technology leader in construction.

Lawrence shares his journey from a land surveying start in the UK to pioneering cutting-edge digital solutions at Trimble in the U.S. They discuss how technology like robotic total stations, 3D modeling, and SketchUp visualization tools are reshaping both commercial and residential construction. The future of critical decisions of design are and will be using these tools.

Discover how cutting-edge tools enable real-time design adjustments—whether it’s swapping out a material or adding new architectural elements—allowing clients to fully visualize their dream homes before construction begins. Matt and Lawrence discuss the benefits of integrating technology throughout the build, from foundational layouts to cost estimating with AI, giving architects, contractors, and homeowners powerful new ways to streamline projects and collaborate effectively.

Whether you're a builder, designer, or homeowner, tune in to gain insights into the evolving role of technology in construction and where the future of design is heading.

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In this inspiring episode of Built By Insights, host Matt Krueger sits down with Adam Popp, a veteran and recipient of a custom-built home through Homes For Our Troops, alongside his wife, Amanda.

Adam, a Guinness World Record holder, shares his incredible journey of overcoming physical challenges after his injury and how this new home will transform his family’s day-to-day life. Amanda reflects on the life-changing support they've received and the importance of living in a home designed specifically for their needs. Together, they open up about the emotional and practical significance of an accessible, adaptable space for their growing family.

From the intricacies of custom-built homes to the personal impact of building community, this episode explores how Homes For Our Troops empowers veterans like Adam to thrive in safe, thoughtfully designed homes. Matt and Adam dive deep into the unique features of these homes, discussing everything from stair-free designs to hands-free functions, and the long-term vision of aging in place. This heartwarming episode reminds us all of the power of purposeful building and the impact it can have on a family’s life for generations to come.

This is the third and final episode with Adam and Amanda Popp.

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