Build Across America
Build Across America | Episode 3 - Panelization in the Northeast and Beyond
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Build Across America travels Northeast as Matt visits @bensonwoodhomes in Walpole, NH, where panelization is used to create high-performance homes. The factory tour showcases the process of manufacturing walls, roofs, and floors with high levels of insulation and airtightness. The components are shipped to job sites for quick assembly, saving time and ensuring quality control. He then visits one of their houses under construction in Sharon, CT; a project that demonstrates the efficiency and flexibility of the panelization system. Collaboration between the design team at Bensonwood and the construction team led by Mason results in a well-crafted, energy-efficient home. Tune in to see how this project highlights the benefits of pre-engineered building solutions for sustainable construction practices.
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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 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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