In this Building Technologies installment of the Your Project Shepherd Construction Podcast, Curtis Lawson and Toner Kersting, are joined by Bradly Hirdes and Jeff Ehrich to discuss alternative wall assemblies, focusing on ICF and 3D printing - where tradition meets innovation.

These four delve into the benefits of exploring diverse construction methods beyond the traditional timber framing approach, underlining the significance of alternative approaches in elevating energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Jeff Ehrich, President of Seaside Construction and Coastal ICF Supply, discusses the Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) method that creates robust and energy-efficient walls by combining foam blocks with concrete core. Their dialogue illuminates the advantages of ICF, such as top-notch insulation, resistance to the elements, improved indoor air quality and thermodynamics, and speed of construction.

Bradly Hirdes, Founder & Architect at Ordinary Architecture Practice, challenges traditional norms, harnessing technology to create structures with unmatched precision and sustainability using 3D printing tech to construct exterior walls and interior walls. Their exchanged insights on the transformative potential of 3D printing in architecture, and the impact on the future of building design are fascinating.

Tune in for this educational conversation and explore the ways to construct stronger, more energy-efficient homes. Don't miss out on this insightful episode!

🎙️This podcast aims to educate homeowners, contractors, architects, builders, and designers on the foundation, team, communication, and proper execution necessary for a successful custom home build. We encourage listeners to check out previous episodes and send in any questions for future Q&A episodes.

🎙️Building Performance & Building Science: https://youtu.be/UvGryU7nYA0

🎙️THINKING ABOUT BUILDING A CUSTOM HOME? https://youtu.be/hHBS-EGWi4Y

🎙️JOIN BRIAN & HEATHER'S ON THEIR CUSTOM HOME BUILD JOURNEY - SEASON 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEFhnEkX-to&list=PLZi7oa7Ui49HEp1xP1dr-a6vAWva2uwPY

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Get in Touch:

BRADLY HIRDES, AIA - Founder of Ordinary Architecture Practice

https://ordinaryarch.com/

https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/hood-c-pfvwus-pf~1706560145

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradly-hirdes-aia-868231156/

https://www.instagram.com/ordinaryarch/?hl=en

JEFF EHRICH - President of Seaside Construction & ICF Coastal Supply

https://seaside-construction.com/

https://www.coastalicfsupply.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ehrich-889a407/

https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/seaside-construction-custom-home-builder-pfvwus-pf~1199859856/__public

https://www.instagram.com/seasideconstruction/

https://www.pinterest.com/seasideconstr/

Phone: 409.256.4888

TONER KERSTING - Founder of Toner Home Matters

https://www.tonerhomematters.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/toner-home-matters/

https://www.facebook.com/TONERhomematters/

Your Shepherd/Host:

CURTIS LAWSON - Principal at Shepherd Construction Advisors

http://www.shepherdconstructionadvisors.com

Phone: 281.305.8281

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠curtis@yourprojectshepherd.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Want to build a custom home?

CURTIS LAWSON, GMB, CGB, CAPS - Founder & Principal at Crafted Custom Homes + Renovations

https://craftedhome.com/⁠⁠

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