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Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith

Triad New Home Guide

Experts share insights into the current housing market, home design trends, and considerations when shopping for a new home or community. They discuss features and innovations that appeal to modern lifestyles as well as changes that affect how homes bought and sold. Beyond the Blueprint is hosted by Jason Smith, Senior Vice President of real estate power house Smith Marketing and produced by Triad New Home Guide in the greater Greensboro / Winston-Salem area of North Carolina.

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August 12 · 9 min
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#35
July 29 · 9 min
More Than a Home: Scott Naylor on Building Custom Homes, Family Legacy & the Homebuilding Process
What does it take to build a truly custom home? In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, More Than a Home, host Jason Smith sits down with Scott Naylor of Naylor Custom Homes to discuss his journey into homebuilding, the lessons he's learned over more than two decades, and how his son Jesse is helping lead the next generation of the family business. Scott shares advice for anyone considering building a custom home, discusses the importance of choosing the right builder, managing expectations throughout the process, and highlights some of the unique features he's created for homeowners. If you're thinking about building in the Triad or simply enjoy learning what goes into creating exceptional homes, this episode is for you. This is episode 35 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith. https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.naylorcustomhomes.net/
July 15 · 10 min
More Than a Home: Inside Gingerich Homes with Daniel Gingerich | Building Quality Custom Homes
What makes a homebuilder stand out beyond the floor plan? In this episode of Beyond the Blueprint: More Than a Home, host Jason Smith sits down with Daniel Gingerich of Gingerich Homes to discuss the company's family legacy, the custom homebuilding process, and the features that bring lasting value to homeowners.From thoughtful floor plans and unique custom requests to today's building costs and the importance of location, Daniel shares practical insights for anyone considering building a new home. Learn more about Gingerich Homes, their approach to craftsmanship, and what sets their homes apart in the Triad. This is episode 34 of Beyond the Blueprint Learn more about Gingrich Homes: https://www.gingerichhomes.com/ Explore more episodes of Beyond the Blueprint: https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/
June 30 · 15 min
More Than a Home: How Walraven Signature Homes Builds Timeless Custom Homes
Welcome to a special episode of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith: More Than a Home, a new series highlighting the people, philosophies, and stories behind the builders shaping our region. In this episode, host Jason Smith sits down with Matt Walraven of Walraven Signature Homes to discuss how the company got its start, the lessons learned through years of homebuilding, and the values that guide every project. From building a first spec home during the housing downturn to creating timeless homes across the Triad, Matt shares insights on craftsmanship, customer relationships, family, and what it takes to build more than just a house. Learn more about Walraven Signature Homes and discover the people behind the homes, here: https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/Builders/Walraven-Signature-Homes This is episode 33 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://smithmarketinghomes.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint ⁠
#32
June 10 · 23 min
Inside Greensboro’s Future: Mayor Marikay Abuzuaiter on Growth, Housing, Jobs & Downtown Development
On this episode of Beyond the Blueprint, we sit down with Greensboro Mayor Marikay Abuzuaiter to discuss the city's future, from housing and economic development to downtown revitalization, infrastructure, and quality of life. The conversation explores Greensboro's rapid growth, the Build 10,000 housing initiative, workforce development, aviation and aerospace opportunities, and efforts to address challenges facing the community. Topics include:✔ Greensboro's growth and development✔ Housing and the Build 10,000 initiative✔ Downtown Greensboro and future investments✔ Economic development and new jobs✔ Infrastructure, transportation, and public services✔ Homelessness and community partnerships✔ Why Greensboro continues to attract residents and businesses Whether you're a resident, business owner, homebuyer, or simply interested in the future of the Triad, this conversation offers valuable insight into what's ahead for Greensboro. This is episode 32 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://smithmarketinghomes.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint⁠
#30
April 7 · 13 min
Choosing the Right Innovations for Your Next Custom Home - Interview with Kevin Lansink and Rich Orta
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith interviews Kevin Lansink of Lansink Custom Homes and Rich Orta of Beefy Homes as they look for brand new innovations at the Kitchen and Bath Show 2026. These builders talk about what their thought process is when deciding whether or not to bring a new innovation into their home building designs. While KBIS shows off a huge variety of new and exciting products, experienced builders like Kevin and Rich know that not everything fits into every style or budget of custom home. This is episode 30 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com https://smithmarketinghomes.com https://lansinkcustomhomes.com/ https://www.beefyhomes.com/
#29
March 25 · 31 min
Mapping the New Home Market- Interview with Edsel Charles of MarketGraphics Research Group
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith talks with Edsel Charles of MarketGraphics Research Group. For decades Edsel has meticulously mapped and charted key home building statistics to track real world data of how the housing market is evolving. Today he will be sharing his insights on how the NC Triad market is changing as well as trends in building across the US as a whole. This is episode 29 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com https://smithmarketinghomes.com https://www.mgresearch.net
#28
March 4 · 8 min
Advantages of Attending the International Builders' Show - Interview with Stacy Parent
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason talks with Stacy Parent from Coldwell Banker about her experience as a real estate agent attending the International Builder Show. Stacy goes over the advantages she has gained from attending the builder show and how having hands on experience with the latest styles can positively inform her clients on how to sell their homes. This is episode 28 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.coldwellbanker.com/nc/greensboro/agents/stacy-parent/aid-P00200000FEHTRZFkfObVptdwSZ7hQl42iHtruO4
#28
February 18 · 12 min
NAHB IBS 2026: Phil Warrick on the World’s Largest Builders Show
Live from the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) 2026 in Orlando, Florida, Jason Smith sits down with Phil Warrick of Piedmont Wholesale & Engineering in Greensboro, NC — this year’s Convention & Meetings Committee Chairman for the National Association of Home Builders.With approximately 1,800 exhibitors and more than one million square feet of exhibit space, IBS — co-located with NKBA’s KBIS — is the largest show of its kind in the world. From 120+ educational sessions and cutting-edge AI technology showcases to major keynote appearances and networking opportunities, this event brings together the biggest names and brightest minds in residential construction.Phil shares what goes into planning a show of this scale, why networking at IBS is invaluable, and why every builder — no matter their size — should attend.This is episode 28 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith.https://www.buildersshow.com/https://kbis.com/https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/
#27
January 26 · 9 min
How Pickleball is Growing in the Triad - Interview with Chris Kepko of Peak Pickleball
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, we interview Chris Kepko as he talks about the brand new pickleball facility, Peak Pickleball. Jason talks with Chris to help understand the growth of pickleball and how facilities like Peak Pickleball are catering to the new demand of residents in the area for more of the sport. This is episode 27 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith. https://peakpickleball.club/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#26
Nov 18, 2025 · 16 min
Luxury and Location - Amazing New Home Options in Greensboro - Kathy Haines and Will Yearns
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason talks with Kathy Haines of EXP Realty and Will Yearns from Granville Homes about the brand new Hayden Park Townhomes community. These homes are a bold new take on home design that mixes the luxury of custom building with the density required to develop only a few steps away from shopping and dining centers like Greensboro's Friendly Center. Jason, Kathy, and Will also discuss how homes like these could be the future of Greensboro as the housing shortage continues to make developing new homes more challenging. This is episode 26 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://haydenparkhomes.com/ https://www.mygranvillehome.com/ https://www.exprealty.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#25
Oct 21, 2025 · 17 min
Greensboro’s Competitive Advantage in Sport Tourism - Richard Beard
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, we talk with President and CEO of the Greensboro Sports Foundation Richard Beard. Richard has been a driving force in turning Greensboro into a sports capital highlighted best by the stunning Greensboro Aquatic Center which is world renown. Richard talks extensively on how the investment into sports tourism has brought in both prestige and revenue to the city, and how his continued drive to expand sports tourism into other sports could provide even more opportunities to the growing city. This is episode 25 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://greensborosf.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#24
Oct 8, 2025 · 24 min
City Council At-Large Candidate - Denise Turner Roth Interview
Today we interview Denise Roth, one of the top candidates for the current Greensboro election for City Council At-Large. Denise was a former Greensboro City Manager as well as Administrator of the U.S. General Services Administration reporting directly to President Obama. Today she talks about how she would help to grow the resources of Greensboro specifically targeting growth in east Greensboro. She also talks with Jason how the home building process could be sped up to meet demand as well as reduce costs associated with administrative overhead. This is episode 24 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith ⁠https://deniserothforcitycouncil.com/ ⁠https://smithmarketinghomes.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#23
Sep 22, 2025 · 26 min
Solving Housing Through Efficiency - Interview with Ahir Khan Mayoral Candidate
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith speaks with Ahir Khan about what changes he would make if elected mayor of Greensboro. Ahir speaks to the continuing need for more efficient housing practices, from density to how the permitting process could be improved. Ahir plans to bring more technology and AI into the governmental process to reduce costs as well as improve housing for lower and middle income families in the Greensboro area. This is episode 23 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.akirformayor.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#22
Sep 9, 2025 · 18 min
Streamlining Development in Greensboro - Interview with Richard Beard
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, we talk with Richard Beard about how he plans to streamline development in Greensboro should he be elected to the Greensboro City Council. Greensboro is home to an amazing variety of world class sports and entertainment venues however maintaining these venues is a critical part of keeping Greensboro on a positive growth trajectory. Richard Beard outlines how he would continue to fund development projects without putting additional economic stress on the local residents. This is episode 22 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith ⁠https://www.richardbeardforgso.com/⁠ ⁠https://smithmarketinghomes.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#21
Aug 11, 2025 · 22 min
Developing the Modern Neighborhood - Kim O' Quinn of Mungo Homes
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason talks with Kim O' Quinn of Mungo Homes about what it takes to develop a new neighborhood in 2025 specifically in the Triad. The first time home buyer is changing; from the style of home to what amenities they want in the neighborhood. Mungo Homes acquired Shugart Homes in 2019 and from there has become a prominent builder in the Triad with neighborhoods such as Hanes Lake. This is episode 21 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.mungo.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#20
Jul 29, 2025 · 32 min
Insider Housing Market Update for the Triad - Tony Jarrett
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Tony Jarrett is back with an update on how the changes in the housing market are affecting Greensboro and the Piedmont Triad. With inventory on the rise there are new considerations to take with both new and existing homes as the market becomes more competitive. Tony and Jason go over key statistics and forecast how the market will react for the rest of the year, and why big changes still shouldn’t prevent you from buying a home. Episode 20 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://tonyjarrett.allentate.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#19
Jul 14, 2025 · 29 min
On the Ground in Greensboro - Interview with Marikay Abuzuaiter
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith interviews Greensboro councilwoman and current mayoral candidate Marikay Abuzuaiter on how she will improve Greensboro if she were to get elected. Marikay covers topics including improving safety in Greensboro as well as her plan for moving Greensboro forwards with her years of on-the-ground experience. Make sure to check out our previous episode with opposing Mayoral candidate Robbie Perkins https://open.spotify.com/episode/29ofexW6gygbocznFIAoZH?si=CMQhn1HuSaGzuF-8A4IcqQ This is episode 19 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://marikayformayor.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#18
Jun 30, 2025 · 29 min
Putting Greensboro On a Positive Growth Pattern - Interview with Robbie Perkins
Today on Beyond the Blueprint, Jason Smith interviews former mayor and current mayoral candidate Robbie Perkins on how he will improve Greensboro if he were to get elected. Robbie covers topics ranging from how money should be invested in Greensboro’s amenities like the aquatic center and the coliseum to strategies for meeting the growing housing pressures as more jobs move to Greensboro. Make sure to subscribe to see the next episode with opposing mayoral candidate Marikay Abuzuaiter. This is episode 18 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://voterobbieperkins.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint
#17
Jun 9, 2025 · 18 min
2025 Luxury Bathroom Trends with Ian McPeeters of Beeson Hardware
In this episode Jason Smith and Ian McPeeters of Beeson Hardware talk about the latest trends and technology in today's luxury bathroom. From large standalone tubs with hot air injection to remote controlled heated toilets there are a variety of amazing new innovations being shown off at the Beeson Hardware showroom. This podcast is a production of Triad New Home Guide. Episode 17 of Beyond the Blueprint with Jason Smith https://www.beesondecorative.com/ https://smithmarketinghomes.com/ https://www.triadnewhomeguide.com/BeyondtheBlueprint

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