In this Episode of Built By Insights, Matt Krueger interviews Kay Hiroyo Galligan and Tamara Layman from KATA by Design. Together, they delve into the Japanese concept of Kata, meaning "form," and its influence on their approach to design. This conversation explores how design impacts well-being, functionality, and artistry. Listen in as Kay and Tamara share personal histories, professional philosophies, and how they balance innovation with timeless traditions in their craft.

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Join Matt Krueger on Built By Insights as he dives into an inspiring case study with Lawrence Smith, who, alongside his family, embarked on the journey of building their dream custom home. From the initial steps of needing a personalized space to the final touches of move-in day, Lawrence shares his unique perspective on each step: design, the conceptional, the building of the house, the selection of the items, and more. Listen as Lawrence recounts the collaboration with Built By Krueger and his architect, and the choices that created a home perfectly tailored for his family of six. This episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at how custom homes come to life, balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability to create spaces that truly feel like home.

In this episode of Built By Insights, host Matt Krueger dives into a rich conversation with Lawrence Smith, a longtime friend, client, and VP of Construction Management Solutions at Trimble, a technology leader in construction.

Lawrence shares his journey from a land surveying start in the UK to pioneering cutting-edge digital solutions at Trimble in the U.S. They discuss how technology like robotic total stations, 3D modeling, and SketchUp visualization tools are reshaping both commercial and residential construction. The future of critical decisions of design are and will be using these tools.

Discover how cutting-edge tools enable real-time design adjustments—whether it’s swapping out a material or adding new architectural elements—allowing clients to fully visualize their dream homes before construction begins. Matt and Lawrence discuss the benefits of integrating technology throughout the build, from foundational layouts to cost estimating with AI, giving architects, contractors, and homeowners powerful new ways to streamline projects and collaborate effectively.

Whether you're a builder, designer, or homeowner, tune in to gain insights into the evolving role of technology in construction and where the future of design is heading.

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