Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/build-better-with-silverthorne Want to hear what happens behind the scenes of Homebuilding? Learn about the best building practices? Silverthorne Homes is here to educate, entertain, and answer your questions about homebuilding beyond the builder. Learn how YOU Build Better with Silverthorne. © 2026 Silverthorne Homes dfa6f2b8-090b-5240-b95d-99d9b5a6fcba yes en Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:14:11 -0500 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:15:27 -0500 https://www.silverthornehomebuilders.com/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/nJtKBzwipTHSL6-PPNr0yjHKEIkHRojESmgYXZ8RLm0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81ODNm/YzAwNGY2NDYwZWYy/YzNmNTMxY2ZlOGU2/MTc0OC5qcGc.jpg https://www.silverthornehomebuilders.com/ episodic Silverthorne Homes Want to hear what happens behind the scenes of Homebuilding? Learn about the best building practices? Silverthorne Homes is here to educate, entertain, and answer your questions about homebuilding beyond the builder. Learn how YOU Build Better with Silverthorne. Want to hear what happens behind the scenes of Homebuilding. Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder Silverthorne Homes No No 18 18 Villa Living: Why Size Doesn't Matter full ef666e60-e3b6-4fd1-8731-99705dfb6737 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a1d94b80 Macey, Michelle, and Mary go through the reality of Villa Living, where you can build a villa with us, things to think about when going from a single-family home to a villa, along with many other villa details you may not have even thought of! Whether you're a young professional, enjoying the golden years, or anywhere in between, make sure to take a listen to this episode to see if Villa Living would be beneficial for you!

]]> Macey, Michelle, and Mary go through the reality of Villa Living, where you can build a villa with us, things to think about when going from a single-family home to a villa, along with many other villa details you may not have even thought of! Whether you're a young professional, enjoying the golden years, or anywhere in between, make sure to take a listen to this episode to see if Villa Living would be beneficial for you!

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:14:02 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2064 Macey, Michelle, and Mary go through the reality of Villa Living, where you can build a villa with us, things to think about when going from a single-family home to a villa, along with many other villa details you may not have even thought of! Whether you're a young professional, enjoying the golden years, or anywhere in between, make sure to take a listen to this episode to see if Villa Living would be beneficial for you!

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 17 17 WTH is a Home Warranty Anyway? full c3093b9f-b946-4059-a18f-0ff8dbb977b9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/28ee4341 Join host Macey with Silverthorne Warranty team members, Josh and Brandy, as they discuss the typical warranty items that are covered in the first year of Silverthorne homeownership as well as long term warranties you can access through our manufacturers. If you've got warranty questions for your home, we've got answers!

]]> Join host Macey with Silverthorne Warranty team members, Josh and Brandy, as they discuss the typical warranty items that are covered in the first year of Silverthorne homeownership as well as long term warranties you can access through our manufacturers. If you've got warranty questions for your home, we've got answers!

]]> Fri, 03 Apr 2026 12:53:51 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2294 Join host Macey with Silverthorne Warranty team members, Josh and Brandy, as they discuss the typical warranty items that are covered in the first year of Silverthorne homeownership as well as long term warranties you can access through our manufacturers. If you've got warranty questions for your home, we've got answers!

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 16 16 Housing Hunger Games full 141ca078-d959-4f9d-8d57-f64a6309287f https://share.transistor.fm/s/5fc90936 Join host Jim Work and special guest Michelle Trees as they break down the wild world of housing economics: why prices are up, inventory is down, and what it means for everyday buyers.

]]> Join host Jim Work and special guest Michelle Trees as they break down the wild world of housing economics: why prices are up, inventory is down, and what it means for everyday buyers.

]]> Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2588 Join host Jim Work and special guest Michelle Trees as they break down the wild world of housing economics: why prices are up, inventory is down, and what it means for everyday buyers.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 15 15 Energy Efficiency: New vs. Old Homes full b07c4f36-4d5d-46d2-9807-cb1e78f0c18e https://share.transistor.fm/s/ca1d554a In this episode, Jim and Macey sit down with special guest Brian Murphy to break down the ins and outs of energy efficiency in modern builds versus older homes. Whether you’re house-hunting, building, or just curious, this conversation will help you see where the real value lies.

]]> In this episode, Jim and Macey sit down with special guest Brian Murphy to break down the ins and outs of energy efficiency in modern builds versus older homes. Whether you’re house-hunting, building, or just curious, this conversation will help you see where the real value lies.

]]> Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:43:14 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 1879 In this episode, Jim and Macey sit down with special guest Brian Murphy to break down the ins and outs of energy efficiency in modern builds versus older homes. Whether you’re house-hunting, building, or just curious, this conversation will help you see where the real value lies.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 14 14 Phases of Construction: Foundation and Framing full 08771135-4d22-4d88-9be5-e0e10900dc0b https://share.transistor.fm/s/68cdc885 From the ground up! In this episode, co-hosts Jim and Macey are joined by Silverthorne Construction Manager, Logan, to break down the foundation and framing phase of home construction. Where stability meets structure. Tune in as we talk about what it takes to build the bones of a semi-custom Silverthorne home.

]]> From the ground up! In this episode, co-hosts Jim and Macey are joined by Silverthorne Construction Manager, Logan, to break down the foundation and framing phase of home construction. Where stability meets structure. Tune in as we talk about what it takes to build the bones of a semi-custom Silverthorne home.

]]> Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:44:29 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2300 From the ground up! In this episode, co-hosts Jim and Macey are joined by Silverthorne Construction Manager, Logan, to break down the foundation and framing phase of home construction. Where stability meets structure. Tune in as we talk about what it takes to build the bones of a semi-custom Silverthorne home.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 13 13 Dealing with Challenges full e449b3a9-02d0-4bde-8d16-034bc3101234 https://share.transistor.fm/s/376532cb Let’s face it.. things don’t always go as planned when building a home. But Silverthorne isn’t your average homebuilder. Tune in to hear how we handle hiccups like the pros we are.

]]> Let’s face it.. things don’t always go as planned when building a home. But Silverthorne isn’t your average homebuilder. Tune in to hear how we handle hiccups like the pros we are.

]]> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:28:52 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2905 Let’s face it.. things don’t always go as planned when building a home. But Silverthorne isn’t your average homebuilder. Tune in to hear how we handle hiccups like the pros we are.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 12 12 Choosing the Right Home Design full 9865e996-f71b-405d-a55b-770e9ab1b7e6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e0a80e7 Join our host, Macey, and special guests, Kayla and Michael, from our Sales Team to discuss the key factors to think about when choosing the right floor plan and home design for your Silverthorne semi-custom build.

]]> Join our host, Macey, and special guests, Kayla and Michael, from our Sales Team to discuss the key factors to think about when choosing the right floor plan and home design for your Silverthorne semi-custom build.

]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:22:59 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2587 Join our host, Macey, and special guests, Kayla and Michael, from our Sales Team to discuss the key factors to think about when choosing the right floor plan and home design for your Silverthorne semi-custom build.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 11 11 Then vs. Now: Home Trends of the 2010s vs. 2020s full f9292404-6f99-4a29-921c-02b90641019a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a55dff6 Join Build Better co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work as they discuss what home trends peaked in the 2010s, what evolved to stand the test of time into the 2020s, and what new features are becoming more and more popular in today's current homes!

]]> Join Build Better co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work as they discuss what home trends peaked in the 2010s, what evolved to stand the test of time into the 2020s, and what new features are becoming more and more popular in today's current homes!

]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:38:38 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 3276 Join Build Better co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work as they discuss what home trends peaked in the 2010s, what evolved to stand the test of time into the 2020s, and what new features are becoming more and more popular in today's current homes!

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 10 10 Phases of Construction: Pre-construction and Planning full dfad331e-b154-4e78-98e4-49ecde6a7dd6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/118b21c3 In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott is joined by Founder of Silverthorne Homebuilders, Jim Work, and Vice President of Operations, Brian Murphy, to discuss the planning and pre-construction phase of building your home with Silverthorne. This podcast guides you through the crucial initial phases of building a home — from budgeting and permits to design decisions and timelines. Listen to find out how you can start your dream Silverthorne home the right way.

]]> In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott is joined by Founder of Silverthorne Homebuilders, Jim Work, and Vice President of Operations, Brian Murphy, to discuss the planning and pre-construction phase of building your home with Silverthorne. This podcast guides you through the crucial initial phases of building a home — from budgeting and permits to design decisions and timelines. Listen to find out how you can start your dream Silverthorne home the right way.

]]> Fri, 16 May 2025 11:58:05 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2324 In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott is joined by Founder of Silverthorne Homebuilders, Jim Work, and Vice President of Operations, Brian Murphy, to discuss the planning and pre-construction phase of building your home with Silverthorne. This podcast guides you through the crucial initial phases of building a home — from budgeting and permits to design decisions and timelines. Listen to find out how you can start your dream Silverthorne home the right way.

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 9 9 Modern Home Technology full f9437b02-15fe-4c7d-af19-f829eb36ac88 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a2607f3 In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott sits down with Jim Dulaney and Mary Grieger to explore the latest trends in modern home technology. From smart home automation to energy-efficient upgrades, they break down what today’s homeowners are looking for—and what the future holds. Whether you’re building your dream home or just tech-curious, this conversation is packed with helpful insights and tips. Tune in to learn how to bring cutting-edge convenience and comfort into your new Silverthorne Home. 

]]> In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott sits down with Jim Dulaney and Mary Grieger to explore the latest trends in modern home technology. From smart home automation to energy-efficient upgrades, they break down what today’s homeowners are looking for—and what the future holds. Whether you’re building your dream home or just tech-curious, this conversation is packed with helpful insights and tips. Tune in to learn how to bring cutting-edge convenience and comfort into your new Silverthorne Home. 

]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:28:15 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 1564 In this episode of the Build Better podcast, host Macey Kott sits down with Jim Dulaney and Mary Grieger to explore the latest trends in modern home technology. From smart home automation to energy-efficient upgrades, they break down what today’s homeowners are looking for—and what the future holds. Whether you’re building your dream home or just tech-curious, this conversation is packed with helpful insights and tips. Tune in to learn how to bring cutting-edge convenience and comfort into your new Silverthorne Home. 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 8 8 Let's talk about Winter Construction full 85d54647-98ca-461e-84f9-b4c4f2c7d7d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23431e92 Take a deep dive into the Winter Constrcution Phase of homebuilding in the Midwest with out host Macey Kott, our VP of Operations, Brian Murphy, and one of our Senior Construction Managers, Logan Way! 

]]> Take a deep dive into the Winter Constrcution Phase of homebuilding in the Midwest with out host Macey Kott, our VP of Operations, Brian Murphy, and one of our Senior Construction Managers, Logan Way! 

]]> Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:39:28 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 1504 Take a deep dive into the Winter Constrcution Phase of homebuilding in the Midwest with out host Macey Kott, our VP of Operations, Brian Murphy, and one of our Senior Construction Managers, Logan Way! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 7 7 Behind the Scenes full 8a1947b7-9c34-4b87-bb24-e8411142dc21 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34cc15c1 Take a look at the behind the scenes in homebuilding in Chicagoland and Qud Cities! Our Co-hosts Jim and Macey discuss topics about things that we do during each homebuild that not many homeowners know, and even go through some stories of the oddest requests we've gotten for a home! 

]]> Take a look at the behind the scenes in homebuilding in Chicagoland and Qud Cities! Our Co-hosts Jim and Macey discuss topics about things that we do during each homebuild that not many homeowners know, and even go through some stories of the oddest requests we've gotten for a home! 

]]> Fri, 07 Mar 2025 16:40:59 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2888 Take a look at the behind the scenes in homebuilding in Chicagoland and Qud Cities! Our Co-hosts Jim and Macey discuss topics about things that we do during each homebuild that not many homeowners know, and even go through some stories of the oddest requests we've gotten for a home! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 6 6 Financing Your Home with John Cornish full ff9ca17d-0bc7-4b99-a2da-830707bab247 https://share.transistor.fm/s/26daa36b Buckle in and learn all about financing your home, mortgage types, and why we use John Cornish/Key Mortgage Group as our Preferred Lender. Get to see Jim Work's first episode as host... How did he do?! 

]]> Buckle in and learn all about financing your home, mortgage types, and why we use John Cornish/Key Mortgage Group as our Preferred Lender. Get to see Jim Work's first episode as host... How did he do?! 

]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2025 14:10:23 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 3801 Buckle in and learn all about financing your home, mortgage types, and why we use John Cornish/Key Mortgage Group as our Preferred Lender. Get to see Jim Work's first episode as host... How did he do?! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 5 5 Learning the Construction Phase full c2a06ec3-5ec3-44d0-b99d-29aa5d04554d https://share.transistor.fm/s/133acc59 Take a deep dive into the Construction Phase with Brian Murphy, our VP of Operations, and one of our Construction Managers, Ryan Webb!

]]> Take a deep dive into the Construction Phase with Brian Murphy, our VP of Operations, and one of our Construction Managers, Ryan Webb!

]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:37:20 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2168 Take a deep dive into the Construction Phase with Brian Murphy, our VP of Operations, and one of our Construction Managers, Ryan Webb!

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 4 4 Special Features and Upgrades full aac6669a-11f0-4be1-b253-43c756d7b031 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1e3d8647 Hear about some of our favorite Special Features and Upgrades with Macey Kott, Jim Work, and Jim Dulaney! Which features do you want to see in your new home? Which upgrades give you the best bang for your buck? Want your home to look bougie on a budget? Get inspired and educated on what we offer and what you want to add to your new Silverthorne Home! 

]]> Hear about some of our favorite Special Features and Upgrades with Macey Kott, Jim Work, and Jim Dulaney! Which features do you want to see in your new home? Which upgrades give you the best bang for your buck? Want your home to look bougie on a budget? Get inspired and educated on what we offer and what you want to add to your new Silverthorne Home! 

]]> Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:04:40 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2092 Hear about some of our favorite Special Features and Upgrades with Macey Kott, Jim Work, and Jim Dulaney! Which features do you want to see in your new home? Which upgrades give you the best bang for your buck? Want your home to look bougie on a budget? Get inspired and educated on what we offer and what you want to add to your new Silverthorne Home! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 3 3 Included Feature Overview with Jim Dulaney full ffe46063-9087-4142-9780-666ba2336a6b https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab5dc48a Take a look at our Included Features and Get MORE with Silverthorne! In this episode, we go over some of our favorite features that are included in Silverthorne homes and some favorite upgrades we've done with a member of our Sales Team, Jim Dulaney! 

]]> Take a look at our Included Features and Get MORE with Silverthorne! In this episode, we go over some of our favorite features that are included in Silverthorne homes and some favorite upgrades we've done with a member of our Sales Team, Jim Dulaney! 

]]> Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:47:46 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 2487 Take a look at our Included Features and Get MORE with Silverthorne! In this episode, we go over some of our favorite features that are included in Silverthorne homes and some favorite upgrades we've done with a member of our Sales Team, Jim Dulaney! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 2 2 Understanding the Homebuilding Process full 61a2de89-b552-45d1-8861-c92f46e2df09 https://share.transistor.fm/s/508d45c2 Take a deep dive into Silverthorne's Homebuilding Process with our co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work. Listen to their hardships, successes, advice, and more! 

]]> Take a deep dive into Silverthorne's Homebuilding Process with our co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work. Listen to their hardships, successes, advice, and more! 

]]> Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:29:34 -0600 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 3252 Take a deep dive into Silverthorne's Homebuilding Process with our co-hosts Macey Kott and Jim Work. Listen to their hardships, successes, advice, and more! 

]]> Home Homebuilding Building Build House New-Construction Chicagoland Builder No 1 1 Introduction to Build Better with Silverthorne full 59d5dffd-fdd5-4a1a-94e2-862eb3ac7ce3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a43afecd Jump into behind the scenes of the New Construction Homebuiling world! Learn about processes, success stories, and meet our co-hosts: Macey Kott and Jim Work. 

]]> Jump into behind the scenes of the New Construction Homebuiling world! Learn about processes, success stories, and meet our co-hosts: Macey Kott and Jim Work. 

]]> Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:44:18 -0500 Silverthorne Homes Silverthorne Homes 1845 Jump into behind the scenes of the New Construction Homebuiling world! Learn about processes, success stories, and meet our co-hosts: Macey Kott and Jim Work. 

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