Builder's Notebook

Episode 38: Reclaiming the 1980s–2000s Home

Not every renovation starts with a historic home or a mid-century classic. For homeowners living in houses built in the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s, the challenge is of

Episode 37: Bringing Your Walls to Life

In this episode, Sarah and Bruce sit down with Larry Powers of the renowned  Powers Gallery to demystify the process of incorporating art into your home. From sourcing af

Episode 36: Let it Grow

In this episode, Sarah and Bruce welcome award-winning landscape designer Greg Lombardi, of Gregory Lombardi Design, who reflects on how design preferences have shifted o

Episode 35: Real Talk on Real Estate

In this episode Sarah and Bruce sit down with John Bigelow of Compass Real Estate and Bigelow/Irving to dive into the current state of the housing market and answer some

Episode 34: The Transformative Power of Paint

You'll never look at paint the same way after this episode! Sarah and Bruce welcome paint aficionado Nigel Costolloe, president of Catchlight Painting, and color consulta

Episode 33: Back Bay...Back in the Day

In the season five premiere, Sarah and Bruce welcome construction engineering experts Harry Berlis and Tom Fennick of McPHAIL ASSOCIATES, LLC, who intrigue with their kno

Episode 32: Protecting Your Home

In the season 4 finale, Sarah and Bruce welcome Stephen Pompeo of Pompeo Insurance to discuss the ins and outs of insurance and how keeping your residence protected is on

Episode 31: Behind the Pages

Sarah and Bruce welcome Jenna Talbott, editor-in-chief of New England Home Magazine, one of the most prominent and successful shelter publications in New England. Jenna s

Episode 30: Heat It Up, Cool it Down

In this episode Sarah and Bruce welcome Robert Barmore of Therma-HEXX - the leading company in modular radiant heating and cooling systems. Robert shares his expertise on

Episode 29: Getting To Know You

In this episode of Builder's Notebook, we get to know our hosts a little better! It's been a while since we've checked in on Sarah and Bruce, and in this unique episode,

Episode 28: Maximizing Small Space Living 

In this episode Sarah and Bruce welcome architect Carter Williams and interior designer Erin Tracey from  LDa Architecture & Interiors to discuss small space living. Cart

Episode 27: Up on the Roof

We're back for season 4!! It's been a while since Sarah and Bruce have seen each other, so they kick off this new season by catching up on all the new and exciting things

Episode 26: How Do You Cook?

Eenie, meenie, minee, mo - so many ways to cook - which way do you go? In this season 3 Finale, Sarah and Bruce along with Ken Schaefer with Right Angle Kitchens, get to

Episode 25: Decoding the Stretch Code

Sarah and Bruce welcome Ben Marshall of GreenStamp Co., who updates us on the latest when it comes to Stretch Codes. Ben explains in detail the significance of the "stret

Episode 24: I Want to Getaway

In this episode, Sarah and Bruce welcome Chris Brown, award-winning principal of b Architecture studio and author of "Our Guide to your Getaway Home." Chris shares with S

Episode 23: Rating your Energy

In this highly-charged episode, Sarah and Bruce welcome energy efficiency gurus Mike and Gail Browne of Advanced Building Analysis. Mike and Gail dig deep on everything f

Episode 22: Be Our Guest

We're back for part two of Season Three!! With the holidays quickly approaching, Sarah and Bruce welcome award-winning designer and author, Mally Skok, who is here to tea

Episode 21: The History of Architecture

In our season three mid-season finale, Sarah and Bruce along with Patrick Hickox of Hickox Williams Architects dig deep into the history of architecture and the evolution

Episode 20: Aging In Place

Home is your comfort space, and for many of us it’s where we plan to stay to the bitter end! While the layout of your home may serve your needs now, there is a strong pos

Episode 19: What’s Snow Got To Do With It?

The recent snow has us thinking – have you taken the necessary steps to winterize your home? Sarah and Bruce welcome back S+H’s Ed Sullivan to talk about the proper ways