Forever Home | Episode 1 - Defining Forever: Multi-Family, Multi-Functional Home

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Architect Steve Baczek teams up with Shoreline Builders to renovate an outdated Cape Cod house for three families, prioritizing accessibility and long-term living.

Forever Home | Episode 2- Casting Foundation Walls

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In this Episode 2 of Forever Home, Steve takes us onsite for Foundation Day—where the crew casts the concrete, sets anchor bolts, and ensures every detail is built to last.

Forever Home | Episode 3- Water & Thermal Management Down Under

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Steve takes viewers to the foundation stage, showcasing Rockwool ComfortBoard 80 insulation, waterproofing techniques, and smart site drainage design. Through hands-on testing and building science insights, he explains how thoughtful detailing ensures a dry, durable, and energy-efficient foundation built to last for generations.

Forever Home | Episode 4- Floor Framing

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Steve walks viewers through the essentials of floor framing, breaking down the materials, methods, and structural decisions that create a strong and efficient base for the home. With joists, LVLs, and subflooring going in on-site, he highlights the craftsmanship and engineering that ensure long-term performance in this coastal build.

Forever Home | Episode 5- Wall Framing

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Ready-Frame® system by Builders FirstSource streamlines framing process, reduces waste, and accelerates build time, earning high praise from builders and framers.

What Most Builders Get Wrong About Insulation | Forever Home Ep. 10

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Architect Steve Baczek discusses insulation strategy, including Rockwool batts, continuous exterior insulation, and advanced air sealing for a climate zone 5 build on Forever Home.

Blueboard & Veneer Plaster: How New England Does Walls | Forever Home Ep. 11

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Architect Steve Baczek showcases exterior features and blueboard installation, emphasizing efficiency and quality workmanship. Interior progress includes plastering and basement finishing for the Forever Home build.

Forever Home | Bonus Episode: Matt and Steve Tour Through the Forever Home Mid-Point

Steve Baczek and Matt Risinger showcase a thoughtfully designed, high-performance New England home that proves quality construction doesn’t require a luxury budget.

Breaking Down the Building Details That Save You Thousands in Repairs - Forever Home Ep 7

Steve Baczek Architect shares the intricate details of roof and foundation construction in Episode 7 of Forever Home, highlighting the importance of durability and intention in building.

High-Performance Windows: The Details Everyone Misses - Forever Home - Ep. 8

Steve Baczek and Matt Risinger focus on high-performance window installation details, emphasizing proper shimming, air sealing, water management, and durable construction techniques.

Forever Home | Ep. 6 - Roof Framing

Episode 6 of Forever Home showcases how engineered roof trusses enhance performance, design, and efficiency while supporting architectural flexibility and long-term durability.