Work in Process's Podcast
Welcome to Work in Process, an Austin-based podcast guiding homeowners, builders, and design professionals through the journey of building high-performance custom homes in Central Texas. From client relationships to behind-the-scenes project management, each episode explores the real-world process of homebuilding in Austin, TX.
Episodes
27 episodes
Ep. #27: Living with the House – The hidden phase of homebuilding
Hosts: Tim Hill and Justin CraggA truly custom home experience doesn’t end at move-in. In many ways, that’s when it actually begins.In this episode of Work In Process, Tim Hill sits down with Risinger Build Custome...
Ep. #26: Build HD — Designing and Executing for Performance (Part 2)
Hosts: Matt Risinger and Tim HillWhat actually makes a home perform over time and why do so many fail?In Part 2 of the Build HD series, Matt Risinger and Tim Hill move from philosophy into application, breaking down the rea...
Ep. #25: Build HD — The 100 to 500 Year Home (Part 1)
What does it actually mean to build a home that lasts 100 years—or even 500?In this episode of Work In Process, Matt Risinger and Tim Hill begin a multi-part conversation introducing the philosophy behind the Build HD standar...
Ep. #24: Shoulder Seasons – The Hidden Stress Test for Your Home
Hosts: Tim Hill and Matt RisingerIn this episode of Work In Process, Tim Hill and Matt Risinger explore the unique challenges that spring and fall—known as the “shoulder seasons”—place on our homes. While temperatures may feel m...
Ep. #23: Have the Party You Can Afford with Christine Williamson
Hosts: Daniel Glauser, Chelsea Scharbach, and guest, Christine WilliamsonIn this episode of Work In Process, Chelsea and Daniel sit down with architect and building scientist Christine Williamson. The conversation explores consi...
Ep. #22: Engineered to Endure with Jordan Smith
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and guest, Jordan SmithIn this episode of Work In Process, Tim and Daniel sit down with longtime friend and builder Jordan Smith to discuss his design-build company and the challenges of creating...
Ep. #21: Pros We Love, A Valentine’s Special
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachIn this special Valentine’s Day episode of Work In Process, Daniel, Chelsea, and Tim celebrate the people who make their projects better: the architects, designers, consultan...
Ep. #20: Progress Over Trends in 2026
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachSeason two of Work In Process kicks off with a conversation about the custom residential construction trends the team hopes to see more of in 2026. Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, ...
Ep. #19: Santa Friendly High-Performance Homes | BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachIn this holiday episode, Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach share practical guidance for preparing your home for cold weather, holiday gatherings, and winter comfort. Fro...
Ep. #18: Building for Comfort
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachWhat does comfort mean, and can comfort be intentionally designed into a home? In this episode of Work In Process, Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach dive into t...
Ep. #17: Power Moves: Designing Homes that Stay On
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill, with guest Derek EvansIn this episode, Daniel and Tim sit down with Derek Evans of Native Solar for a deep dive into designing resilient homes. Derek shares how solar, battery backup, and generators fi...
Ep. #16: The 100-Year Home
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachWhat does it take to build a home that still feels good a century from now? In this episode, the team digs into the mindset, design decisions, and construction practices behind long-l...
Ep. #15: Project Management with Luke Marks
Hosts: Tim Hill and Daniel Glauser, with guest Luke MarksIn this episode of Work in Process, we sit down with longtime project manager Luke Marks to hear his story of building houses with his family, a detour through the finance...
Ep. #14: Trick or Treat ? BONUS HALLOWEEN EPISODE
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea ScharbachThis Halloween, we are serving up opinions instead of candy. In this bonus holiday episode, Daniel and Chelsea give “trick” or “treat” verdicts on design trends and home features, from steel win...
Ep. #13: Continually Learning as Builders
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachThe best builders are lifelong learners. In this episode, we talk about what it means to stay curious in an industry where materials, methods, and client expectations are always evolv...
Ep. #12: Honoring the Jobsite with Dan Barrett of Texas Jobsite Solutions
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Dan BarrettWhen a home is under construction, the focus is usually on what’s being built, not what’s already finished. In this episode, we talk with Dan Barrett of Texas Job Site So...
Ep. #11: Designing For Comfort with Eric Griffin of Positive Energy
Hosts: Tim Hill and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Eric GriffinBehind every great custom home is a network of systems that quietly shape how a house feels and functions. In this episode, we sit down with Eric Griffin of Positive Energy, a...
Ep #10: Project Management with Jason Francis (the Window - and - Door Guy)
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Jason FrancisIn this episode, we sit down with Jason Francis, one of our project managers, to talk about the rhythms of running a complex construction project. Jason shares his jour...
Ep #9: What To Expect When Expecting... A House
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachIn this episode, Chelsea sits down with Tim and Daniel to discuss their advice for clients reviewing their first custom homebuilding contract. This conversation provides a framework f...
Ep #7: Project Management with Emma Buckman
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea Scharbach, with guest Emma BuckmanIn this episode, we sit down with Emma Buckman, one of our project managers, to hear the unique and unexpected story of how a high school skiing injury led her into a ca...
Ep #6: Before You Build, Read the Contract
Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea ScharbachIn this episode, Chelsea sits down with Tim and Daniel to discuss their advice for clients reviewing their first custom homebuilding contract. This conversation provides a framework f...
Ep #5: Worth It?
Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Chelsea ScharbachIn this episode, we dive into the details—complete with our personal opinions, no holds barred. Chelsea and Daniel sit down to weigh in on which architectural features they believe are worth the...
Ep #4: Planning for Systems in Residential Design
Hosts: Chelsea Scharbach, Daniel Glauser, and Tim HillEvery beautifully designed home contains systems that make it livable, comfortable, and efficient. In this episode, Tim Hill, Chelsea Scharbach, and Daniel Glauser pull back the curta...
Ep. #3: Engaging and Working with an Architect
Hosts: Chelsea Scharbach, Daniel Glauser, & Tim HillWhat should you expect from your architect, and when should you bring in a builder? In this episode, Daniel Glauser, Tim Hill, and Chelsea Scharbach share insights on how to choose ...