The Build Up Podcast

As we dive deeper into the conversation around AI, it's fascinating to see how rapidly it’s transforming the home renovation industry. In the final episode of our AI Series, we have insights from Marine Sargsyan, Head of Economic Research at Houzz, who brings a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and home improvement.

In Episode 2 of The Build Up’s three-part series exploring AI in the home building industry, we take a closer look at how artificial intelligence is transforming the construction process, from initial design to the documents that bring a home to life. Ryan and John are joined by architect, Joyce Owens, FAIA RIBA, principal and founder of Architecture Joyce Owens and Michael Bergin, Cofounder and Chief R&D Officer of Higharc. As Michael shares how his company’s platform can ge...

AI is already changing homebuilding, but most builders are still stuck at the edit-email-and-ChatGPT stage. Paul Lopez, COO of NAHB breaks down what that means for an industry that cannot afford to guess wrong, from back-office wins to the next wave of permitting, design, and jobsite automation. John Riddle and Ryan Benson dig into the uncomfortable truth many builders are feeling right now: everyone knows AI matters, but very few know how to use it without risking reputation, wasting money, ...

In this episode of The Build Up, hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle sit down in Naples with Senate President Kathleen Passidomo to explore the moments that shaped her path into public service. Passidomo reflects on her time as president of the Collier County Bar Association during the foreclosure crisis—an experience that exposed the scale of housing challenges facing Florida families and sparked her decision to step into policy and advocacy. This conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look...

In this episode, Florida State Representative Tiffany Esposito shares her journey from local business to politics, her experiences in Tallahassee, and insights on policy issues like housing, infrastructure, and data centers. Discover how her background shapes her legislative priorities and the importance of advocacy for industry stakeholders.