In this episode of the Build Show Matt travels to Altadena, California, where a catastrophic wildfire left thousands of structures destroyed and families displaced. Matt meets David Ly, Founder of Rebuild Altadena, who not only lost his own home but is now leading the charge to rebuild his community with determination and heart. Matt also connects with architect Greg Chason, whose fire-resilient design famously survived a major blaze and now serves as a blueprint for smarter, safer construction. Together, they explore how innovations like Arclin Firepoint sheathing make it possible to rebuild quickly using familiar methods while dramatically improving fire protection. It’s an emotional, inspiring look at resilience, modern fire-smart building strategies, and the hope rising from the ashes in Southern California. Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Arclin.

Rebuilding takes all of us. Join David Ly and the Rebuild Altadena program as they restore homes, hope, and community. See the links below to learn more and get involved.

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