Work in Process's Podcast

Work in Process

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.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Ep. #23: Have the Party You Can Afford with Christine Williamson

    Hosts: Daniel Glauser, Chelsea Scharbach, and guest, Christine Williamson In this episode of Work In Process, Chelsea and Daniel sit down with architect and building scientist Christine Williamson. The conversation explores considerations for healthy and comfortable homes, including hiring the right team and defining the scope of work early. Christine shares insights from her work in building science and forensic investigations, explaining how many residential failures stem from early decisions that stretch budgets too far or overlook the importance of experienced professionals. The discussion highlights how homes function as complex systems, where design choices, mechanical systems, and building assemblies all influence one another. The group also reflects on the value of collaboration and trust between homeowners, architects, and builders. Through stories from their own projects and personal homes, they discuss why investing in expertise early leads to better long-term outcomes and why building the house you can afford often leads to more durable, comfortable, and satisfying homes. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    32 min

  2. 25 FEB

    Ep. #22: Engineered to Endure with Jordan Smith

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and guest, Jordan Smith In 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 projects that last. Jordan shares his journey from materials engineering to high-performance homebuilding and explains how his technical background shaped a systems-based approach to construction. The conversation explores the balance between affordability and performance, the realities of remodeling with integrity, and the nuances involved in delivering genuinely high-performance homes. Tim and Daniel also preview an upcoming Build Show series that will be hosted by Jordan and highlights the detailing required to build beyond code requirements and the incremental improvements that can dramatically increase durability and comfort. This conversation covers craftsmanship, building science, and the responsibility builders carry to create homes that future generations will value and choose to preserve. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    39 min

  3. 12 FEB

    Ep. #21: Pros We Love, A Valentine’s Special

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach In 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, consultants, trades, suppliers, and team members that Risinger Build loves working with. The team shares real-world stories about thoughtful detailing, full-scale templates, jobsite collaboration, creative engineering solutions, exceptional tile work, and supplier relationships that go beyond simply filling orders. This a lighthearted, gratitude-filled episode that offers a behind-the-scenes look at how strong collaboration fuels exceptional building. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    32 min

  4. 28 JAN

    Ep. #20: Progress Over Trends in 2026

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach Season 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, and Chelsea Scharbach discuss the increasing sophistication of home technology, evolving client expectations for high-performance construction, and shifting perspectives around the construction industry. The episode reflects on a growing desire for deeper collaboration between builders and design professionals, along with a renewed appreciation for craftsmanship, natural materials, and thoughtful design. Together, these themes point toward homes that are more intentional, more personal, and set up to age well over time. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    26 min

  5. 17/12/2025

    Ep. #19: Santa Friendly High-Performance Homes | BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach In 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. From fireplaces that actually work in high-performance homes to preventing frozen pipes, managing cooking ventilation during peak baking season, and protecting your home during extreme cold, the conversation blends seasonal humor with serious building science. The Risinger team breaks down topics like fireplace safety and makeup air, ice dams and roof insulation, kitchen ventilation, plumbing freeze protection, insulation strategies, backup power options, and holiday lighting considerations. Along the way, they share life experiences and simple steps homeowners can take, whether building from the ground up, renovating, or living in an older home. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    31 min

  6. 10/12/2025

    Ep. #18: Building for Comfort

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach What 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 the many dimensions of comfort, from natural light and acoustics to thermal regulation, air quality, and materials. They share personal experiences and professional insight for creating spaces that feel just right.  This episode provides an overview of the factors that contribute to comfort and emphasizes the importance of understanding a client’s priorities. Once those priorities are established, the Risinger Build team recommends engaging the right professionals to help plan for comfort. Designers and consultants bring expertise in areas like daylight and view management, humidity control, and acoustic planning. Comfort shouldn’t happen by accident. If you’re a homeowner, architect, or builder, this episode offers insight into our mindset of curiosity and the impact of lifelong learning on the comfort of our homes. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    31 min

  7. 03/12/2025

    Ep. #17: Power Moves: Designing Homes that Stay On

    Hosts: Daniel Glauser and Tim Hill, with guest Derek Evans In 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 fit into modern residential design, why early coordination with the builder and architect matters, and how client goals (from ROI to peace of mind) shape every system. They cover everything from site constraints to electrical infrastructure, roof layout, load-shedding, off-grid possibilities, and frequently overlooked considerations during planning. Derek also breaks down common misconceptions, the shift toward battery-backed systems after Texas’s 2021 winter storm, and what it takes to design a home that stays comfortable and functional when the grid goes down. If you’re curious about solar, planning to build a custom home, or simply want a clearer look at how energy systems integrate into high-performance design, this conversation is packed with insight. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    40 min

  8. 19/11/2025

    Ep. #16: The 100-Year Home

    Hosts: Tim Hill, Daniel Glauser, and Chelsea Scharbach What 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-lasting houses. They explore why durability matters, from reducing waste to preserving beauty, and how thoughtful planning, classic design, and smart detailing all play a role in keeping a home standing (and loved) for generations.  From site orientation and envelope performance to materials, maintenance, and avoiding short-lived trends, this conversation blends practical guidance with stories from the field, including what not to do. If you’re a homeowner, architect, or builder, this episode offers insight into our mindset of curiosity and the impact of lifelong learning on the quality of our homes. Subscribe and follow along as the Risinger Build team shares insights, stories, and lessons learned. Connect with Us: 📧 hello@risingerbuild.com 🌐 risingerbuild.com 📷 Instagram: Risinger Build - @risingerbuild_atx Daniel Glauser - @glauserbuilding Chelsea Scharbach - @chelsea_scharbach Tim Hill - @tim_risingerbuild

    26 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Work in Process
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Work in Process's Podcast
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