Build Across America
Join Matt in a tour across America as he spotlights the various challenges builders face on their quest to build better from coast to coast. Learn how high-performance builders approach unique climate zone conditions, clients and construction management in each episode. From offsite construction, high-end luxury customs, affordable homes and spec developments, Matt takes Build Show viewers across the country to learn how each builder tackles the task of raising the bar build by build.
Episodes
Build Across America | Episode 1 - South Dakota Perfect Wall
Episode 1
Matt launches a brand-new Build Original Series®, Build Across America, far away from his home base in Austin, TX . Hop on a plane to Mitchell, SD—where spring feels like winter and the wind never stops—for the first stop on Matt’s journey to build better from sea to shining sea. He’s joined by builder Josh Stange and architect Steve Baczek to explore one of the most advanced residential wall assemblies in the country. Whether you're a builder, designer, or homeowner, this episode offers real-world lessons in building airtight, resilient, and comfortable homes built to thrive in punishing climates.
Build Across America | Episode 3 - Panelization in the Northeast and Beyond
Episode 3
Build Across America visits Bensonwood in Walpole, NH, which showcases panelization for high-performance, energy-efficient homes. Collaboration with Mason in Connecticut demonstrates efficiency and quality control.
Build Across America | Episode 5 - FORTIFIED Building on the Texas Coast
Episode 5
Matt journeys from ATX to Rockport, TX to visit builder Jason Harmon of CDK Coastal Homes. Jason offers an in-depth tour of a high-performance coastal home in Rockport, emphasizing durability, moisture control, and hurricane resilience.
Build Across America | Episode 8 - Resilient Western North Carolina
Episode 8
Matt visits Asheville, NC, to explore how Alair Asheville - Red Tree Builders designs for performance, resilience, and wellness in a temperate rainforest climate. Builder Brandon Bryant showcases innovations like precast concrete walls, advanced insulation, ERVs, dehumidifiers, and geothermal systems that support energy efficiency, durability, and healthy indoor air.
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