The Craft of Custom
By Paul LaRoche & Emily Aborn
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Episodes: 49
Description
Whether you’re dreaming of building a forever home, looking to create a custom vacation getaway, or looking for a home that supports your lifestyle, this podcast is for you!
Join us as we provide behind-the-scenes insights and advice for intelligent homeowners looking to renovate or build a dream home in the Monadnock Region. We’ll get into the art and science of the custom home-building industry and help you know everything you need along the way!
Cohosted by seasoned NH Builder, Paul LaRoche Owner of LR3 Development, LLC, and Emily Aborn (whose main job is to keep him from chasing shiny objects), we hope you listen, laugh, and walk away with even more ideas and dreams for your luxurious future home!
| Episode | Date |
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The Local Advantage: Why Building with Someone Who Knows the Area Matters
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Jun 03, 2026 |
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If I Were Building My Own Home Today: Paul's Dream Build
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May 20, 2026 |
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We Are Hiring! Help us spread the word and grow the LR3 team!
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May 06, 2026 |
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Then vs. Now: Building in 2026
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Apr 22, 2026 |
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Materials Matchmaking: Choosing Materials that Make the Perfect Pair
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Apr 08, 2026 |
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When to Walk Away Before You Begin: Builder Red Flags Not to Ignore
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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Behind-the-Scenes in an Award Winning Home: 2025 Single Family Construction >$1M
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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How Much House Do You Need? Breaking down the real numbers of square footage
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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The ONE Question to Ask Your Builder Before Breaking Ground
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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The Psychology of Space & Color: How design impacts the way you live
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Dec 24, 2025 |
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Primary Residences vs. Second Home: Considerations for each type of build
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Keys to a Seamless Build with LR3 Client, Nathan Kono
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Renovation vs. New Build: Which is right for you?
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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From the Jobsite: Lessons & Insights
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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The Power of a Good Builder-Client Relationship
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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The Builder’s Rolodex: Local collaborators with a unified vision
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Guest-Friendly Spaces: customized for entertaining
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Custom, multi-generational features: Home for the whole family!
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Where Do You Put it All!? Storage solutions for a sense of calm
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Everything Exteriors: paint, materials, and more!
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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The Business of the Build: an entrepreneurial chat with Paul LaRoche
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Roofs, Gables, and Gutters Made Simple
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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What Happens Before the “Action” Happens
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Custom Outdoor Living Spaces
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: Window Insights
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May 28, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: It's Electric!
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May 21, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: Framing & Insulation
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May 14, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: Living Rooms & Cozy Spaces
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May 07, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: Kitchens & Bathrooms
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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From the Ground Up: Foundations & Basements
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Your Dream Home's Dream Team
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Inside the Home Building Process from A-Z
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Latest in Paul’s World: Work/life balance, a big move, and listener questions answered!
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Selecting the Perfect Plot for Your Custom Home
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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What's Your Home-Building Personality?
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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7 Benefits to Building Custom
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Sustainable Luxury: Going Green without Compromising on Style
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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6 Things to Remember When Planning for Your Custom Build
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Love it or Leave it? Paul's Take on 2025 Home Trends
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Project Spotlight: 2024 NH Home of the Year Remodel | Dublin, NH
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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It's All in the Details: Small but Mighty Custom Home Features
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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Pet-Friendly (read: pet-centric) Custom Homes
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Get to Know Paul, Owner of LR3 with cohosts Emily & Lindsey
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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How to Choose Kitchen Countertops
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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How to Plan for Your Custom Build
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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Behind the Scenes with an LR3 Client
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Jan 01, 2025 |
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Questions About Custom Home-Building? Paul Has Answers!
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Dec 25, 2024 |
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The Simplest Way to Design a Custom Home
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Introducing The Craft of Custom Podcast!
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Nov 15, 2024 |