Building Consensus LIVE: Heroes of Building Science

In the inaugural "Heroes of Building Science" recording at the Build Show LIVE 2024 we recognized the contributions of Dr. Joe Lstiburek. As well-known building science practicitioners and educators, Travis welcomes architect Steve Baczek and building science consultant Peter Yost to the next edition of "Heroes of Building Science" on the Building Consensus podcast as exemplary “curators of knowledge” in the area of design and construction.

Building Consensus | Episode 198: Dollars and Sense

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Constantly monitor and analyze labor rates, material costs, and market forces to stay ahead in the changing economy. Thank you Rings End for sponsoring. Visit https://www.ringsend.com/ to learn more.

Building Consensus | Episode 197: Am I On Speaker?

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In lamenting the many trials and tribulations they suffer day in and day out the fellas identify a few pet peeves that have real impacts. 

Building Consensus | Episode 196: Good, Better, Best

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No, GBB should not be abandoned, but instead redefined to prioritize quality and value over the perception of upgrades.

Building Consensus | Episode 195: Modesty: Asset or Liability

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It’s always good to listen before you speak, learn what you can from others and maintain humility as we move through the world. That said, can you defer too much or spend too much time communicating praise of others when you should be positioning yourself as the valued expert? Sometimes we need a confident take-charge general in pursuit of productivity.

Building Consensus | Episode 194: Gratuitous Contracting

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In renovation and service industries, holiday bonuses and extra appreciation are appreciated but far from expected. As gratuity culture expands across other industries, should service providers in renovation also become part of the tipping expectation?

Building Consensus | Episode 193: Does Brandon's Perm Matter?

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Brandon stirs things up with another vapor debate, as he and Travis discuss how much material permeance really matters in building assemblies.

Building Consensus | Episode 192: Lemme Finish

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Travis Brungardt uses a candid shop-floor conversation to unpack one of construction’s toughest challenges: knowing when a project is truly finished. He discusses how builders often keep refining details long after schedules say the job should be done, chasing higher standards in trim, finishes, and overall presentation. The episode explores the tension between craftsmanship, timelines, budgets, and client expectations, especially when aesthetic standards are hard to define. Brungardt also talks through mockups, sample approvals, and clearer benchmarks as ways to reduce rework and liability. The broader theme centers on balancing perfectionism with practical project management in custom home building.