BUILD BETTER HOMES

By PLIRIS

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The Build Better Homes Podcast is where construction expertise meets real-world experience. Co-hosted by Royal Mortier (President of PLIRIS) and John O’Shea (COO of PLIRIS), the show dives into the tools, strategies, and lessons that help builders, designers, and homeowners create smarter, stronger, and more efficient homes. With decades of combined experience in engineering, contracting, and operations, Royal and John bring unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing today’s construction industry. Each episode features insights into building science, team structures, design processes, and the practical details that separate successful projects from costly mistakes. Whether you’re a builder just starting out, an industry professional looking to scale, or simply passionate about better homebuilding, this podcast will give you actionable knowledge, candid stories, and proven strategies to help you build better, every time.

Episode Date
Why Most House Plans Don’t Work (And What We’re Fixing) | Royal & John
Apr 17, 2026
Firewalls vs Fire Barriers, What Builders Get Wrong | Royal & John
Apr 10, 2026
How Engineers Actually Design Wood Frame Shear Walls | Royal
Apr 09, 2026
Restoration vs Construction, What Most Builders Get Wrong | Royal ft. Shaun
Mar 20, 2026
How Government Housing Policies Affect Home Affordability | Royal & John
Mar 13, 2026
IBS 2026 by the Numbers and the Future of Residential Construction | Royal & John
Feb 27, 2026
2024 IRC Updates That Actually Matter in 2026 | Royal & John
Feb 06, 2026
HDU vs HDU-E Hold Downs Explained (Technical Topics) | Royal
Jan 30, 2026
Manufactured & Panelized Construction Explained | Royal & John
Jan 23, 2026
2026 Design Trends | Royal & John
Jan 16, 2026
ADUs, ACUs & Live-Work Units Explained | Royal
Jan 09, 2026
How Land Deals Really Work | Royal ft. PJ Reilly
Dec 19, 2025
Modern Building Science | Royal ft. Nate MacIntyre
Dec 12, 2025
Financing Short-Term Rentals the Right Way | Royal ft. Jeff Chisum
Dec 05, 2025
Construction Forensics Explained & What Really Happens Behind the Scenes | Royal & John
Nov 28, 2025
ICF Homes: What Builders Get Wrong (and How to Do It Right) | Royal & John ft. Robert Klob
Nov 21, 2025
The Truth About Air, Water, and Envelope Design | Royal & John ft. Nate McIntyre
Nov 14, 2025
How to Turn Your Dream Home Idea into Reality (Step by Step) | Royal & John
Nov 07, 2025
Value Engineering and the Strength of Wood Construction | Royal & John
Oct 31, 2025
Deep dive into ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) Construction | Royal & John
Oct 24, 2025
Wood Construction and Modern Building Systems | John & Royal
Oct 17, 2025
How Robots Are Revolutionizing Homebuilding | Brent Wadas of BotBuilt
Oct 10, 2025
Meet your hosts Royal Mortier & John O’Shea
Oct 01, 2025