Rachel White is CEO of Byggmeister Design/Build, a 42-year-old Boston-based residential remodeling company that is striving to serve as an exemplary steward of homes and prepare them to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Rachel is a past board chair of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association and a member of the Newton, Mass., Energy Commission.
Rachel White is CEO of Byggmeister Design/Build, a 42-year-old Boston-based residential remodeling company that is striving to serve as an exemplary steward of homes and prepare them to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Rachel is a past board chair of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association and a member of the Newton, Mass., Energy Commission.
Lauren Kelly has spent her entire career involved in the design, regulation, and implementation of great places, both old and new. She has a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Miami and has worked for several architects and town planners who are integrally embedded in the tradition of New Urbanism. Her career began in architecture and town planning at Duany Plater-Zyberk & Co. Today she is the vice president of MK Design Group in Beaufort, S.C.
Lauren Kelly has spent her entire career involved in the design, regulation, and implementation of great places, both old and new. She has a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Miami and has worked for several architects and town planners who are integrally embedded in the tradition of New Urbanism. Her career began in architecture and town planning at Duany Plater-Zyberk & Co. Today she is the vice president of MK Design Group in Beaufort, S.C.
Steve DeMetrick is the owner of DeMetrick Housewrights, a company that specializes in high-performance and sustainable building with an emphasis on meticulous woodwork, craftsmanship, and customer service. His company completed Rhode Island’s first Phius-certified passive house in 2015, and has since completed four more Phuis-certified homes and has three currently under construction. Steve has also built 11 DOE-certified Zero Energy Ready Homes.
Steve DeMetrick is the owner of DeMetrick Housewrights, a company that specializes in high-performance and sustainable building with an emphasis on meticulous woodwork, craftsmanship, and customer service. His company completed Rhode Island’s first Phius-certified passive house in 2015, and has since completed four more Phuis-certified homes and has three currently under construction. Steve has also built 11 DOE-certified Zero Energy Ready Homes.
Ian Schwandt is the production manager for TDS Design Build in Madison, Wis. After a varied field career including working on commercial construction for the healthcare industry and owning an architectural woodworking shop, Ian returned to residential construction and developed an interest in high-performance building and construction-business finance. Ian is also a contributing editor at Fine Homebuilding and a regular panelist on the Fine Homebuilding Podcast.
Ian Schwandt is the production manager for TDS Design Build in Madison, Wis. After a varied field career including working on commercial construction for the healthcare industry and owning an architectural woodworking shop, Ian returned to residential construction and developed an interest in high-performance building and construction-business finance. Ian is also a contributing editor at Fine Homebuilding and a regular panelist on the Fine Homebuilding Podcast.
Randy Williams started his career in 1996 as an electrician. After building a home for a family member in 1999, he eventually became a full-time builder in the mid-2000s, picking up plumbing and even HVAC work. In 2009, Randy took energy auditor training and began conducting energy audits and building investigations. Today, Randy is editor of Green Building Advisor.
Randy Williams started his career in 1996 as an electrician. After building a home for a family member in 1999, he eventually became a full-time builder in the mid-2000s, picking up plumbing and even HVAC work. In 2009, Randy took energy auditor training and began conducting energy audits and building investigations. Today, Randy is editor of Green Building Advisor.
Andrea Bohmfalk has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. She began her career at Shepley Wood Products in front-counter sales and today manages the Windows & Doors Division at A&A Building and Remodeling, overseeing sales, installation, operations, and marketing. She works closely with architects and builders while managing eight installation crews and two service technicians. Andrea is responsible for over 250 projects a year.
Andrea Bohmfalk has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. She began her career at Shepley Wood Products in front-counter sales and today manages the Windows & Doors Division at A&A Building and Remodeling, overseeing sales, installation, operations, and marketing. She works closely with architects and builders while managing eight installation crews and two service technicians. Andrea is responsible for over 250 projects a year.
Bungane Mehlomakulu is the senior director of Building and Construction Science at ICON, responsible for development, testing, and evaluation of their printed wall system. Prior to joining ICON, Bungane worked on high-performance commercial buildings nationwide. He is a co-founder of the Austin Green Awards and ULI Texas chapter representative to the High-Performance Building Design Evaluation System Advisory Committee for the Texas State Energy Conservation Office.
Bungane Mehlomakulu is the senior director of Building and Construction Science at ICON, responsible for development, testing, and evaluation of their printed wall system. Prior to joining ICON, Bungane worked on high-performance commercial buildings nationwide. He is a co-founder of the Austin Green Awards and ULI Texas chapter representative to the High-Performance Building Design Evaluation System Advisory Committee for the Texas State Energy Conservation Office.
Jacob Deva Racusin is the director of Building Science and Sustainability at Vermont-based New Frameworks Natural Design Build. Jacob merges his passions for ecological stewardship, relationship to place, and social justice into all his work. Jacob regularly speaks on topics of building science and climate impact and is engaged in code, standards, and policy development, professional training, and other initiatives supporting the transition to a more just building industry.
Jacob Deva Racusin is the director of Building Science and Sustainability at Vermont-based New Frameworks Natural Design Build. Jacob merges his passions for ecological stewardship, relationship to place, and social justice into all his work. Jacob regularly speaks on topics of building science and climate impact and is engaged in code, standards, and policy development, professional training, and other initiatives supporting the transition to a more just building industry.
Josh Edmonds is a Certified Passive House Consultant and builder. He is the managing partner at Simple Integrity LLC, a Cooperstown, N.Y.–based construction company specializing in high-performance homes and historic restorations. While managing a company has limited the time he can spend on-site, Josh still prefers the occasional days when he gets to work with his hands building projects. At the end of the day, his favorite part of the job is the team at Simple Integrity.
Josh Edmonds is a Certified Passive House Consultant and builder. He is the managing partner at Simple Integrity LLC, a Cooperstown, N.Y.–based construction company specializing in high-performance homes and historic restorations. While managing a company has limited the time he can spend on-site, Josh still prefers the occasional days when he gets to work with his hands building projects. At the end of the day, his favorite part of the job is the team at Simple Integrity.
Tedd Benson, founder of Bensonwood, has spent his career redefining how homes and structures are designed and built. A key figure in the revival of timber framing in America, Tedd co-founded the Timber Framers Guild of North America and authored four books on the subject. Today, Tedd’s focus is on guiding his company’s evolution from a project-based model to a product-based approach that integrates design, fabrication, and assembly into a predictable process and brings the benefits of better building to more people.
Tedd Benson, founder of Bensonwood, has spent his career redefining how homes and structures are designed and built. A key figure in the revival of timber framing in America, Tedd co-founded the Timber Framers Guild of North America and authored four books on the subject. Today, Tedd’s focus is on guiding his company’s evolution from a project-based model to a product-based approach that integrates design, fabrication, and assembly into a predictable process and brings the benefits of better building to more people.
Ben Bogie is a well-known high-performance builder, a Fine Homebuilding and Green Building Advisor author, a member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, a host of the BS* & Beer Show, and a regular speaker at building-industry events. Ben is known for his depth of knowledge on all things building, from carpentry to building science to business. He’s a third-generation builder who started in the trades at age 16 and is currently the director of Outreach & Education and production manager at BPC Green Builders in Newtown, Conn.
Ben Bogie is a well-known high-performance builder, a Fine Homebuilding and Green Building Advisor author, a member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, a host of the BS* & Beer Show, and a regular speaker at building-industry events. Ben is known for his depth of knowledge on all things building, from carpentry to building science to business. He’s a third-generation builder who started in the trades at age 16 and is currently the director of Outreach & Education and production manager at BPC Green Builders in Newtown, Conn.
In 1973, John co-founded South Mountain Company (SMCo) on Martha’s Vinyard. Fifty years later, this 40-person worker co-op is among the world’s highest-scoring B-Corps. SMCo is a design-build firm that practices integrated architecture, building, and solar-energy design. On Dec 31, 2022, John relinquished his company ownership and co-founded Abrams+Angell, providing guidance to small businesses hoping to achieve social, environmental, and financial goals. John is a co-founder, facilitator, and steering committee member of Building Energy Bottom Lines; he engages in a variety of forms of community activism mostly involving affordable housing, and serves on the steering committee and executive committee of The Coalition to Create the Martha’s Vineyard Housing Bank. John is the author of Companies We Keep: Employee Ownership and the Business of Community and Place, and From Founder to Future: A Business Roadmap to Impact, Longevity, and Employee Ownership, which will be released this June. You can find John at abramsangell.com.
In 1973, John co-founded South Mountain Company (SMCo) on Martha’s Vinyard. Fifty years later, this 40-person worker co-op is among the world’s highest-scoring B-Corps. SMCo is a design-build firm that practices integrated architecture, building, and solar-energy design. On Dec 31, 2022, John relinquished his company ownership and co-founded Abrams+Angell, providing guidance to small businesses hoping to achieve social, environmental, and financial goals. John is a co-founder, facilitator, and steering committee member of Building Energy Bottom Lines; he engages in a variety of forms of community activism mostly involving affordable housing, and serves on the steering committee and executive committee of The Coalition to Create the Martha’s Vineyard Housing Bank. John is the author of Companies We Keep: Employee Ownership and the Business of Community and Place, and From Founder to Future: A Business Roadmap to Impact, Longevity, and Employee Ownership, which will be released this June. You can find John at abramsangell.com.
Tyler is the owner/operator of TRG Home Concepts, a boutique remodeling company that specializes in detailed renovations of older homes. Focusing on smaller projects allows them the necessary time and budget for thoughtful design, thorough site protection, quality installations, comprehensive processes, and the ability to self-perform various trades. Tyler believes this hands-on approach and tight control over projects are key to delivering an exceptional product and client experience. You can find Tyler at trghomeconcepts.com.
Tyler is the owner/operator of TRG Home Concepts, a boutique remodeling company that specializes in detailed renovations of older homes. Focusing on smaller projects allows them the necessary time and budget for thoughtful design, thorough site protection, quality installations, comprehensive processes, and the ability to self-perform various trades. Tyler believes this hands-on approach and tight control over projects are key to delivering an exceptional product and client experience. You can find Tyler at trghomeconcepts.com.
Jesse is the co-founder and principal of Kaplan Thompson Architects and Brightbuilt Home, a design-build company that specializes in zero-energy and zero-energy-ready modular homes. Jesse is an AIA Fellow, a board member of the Portland Society of Architecture, and a founding member of Passivhaus Maine. Jesse’s experience includes single-family homes, multifamily buildings, educational buildings, and on-site and off-site construction methods. You can find Jesse at kaplanthompson.com.
Jesse is the co-founder and principal of Kaplan Thompson Architects and Brightbuilt Home, a design-build company that specializes in zero-energy and zero-energy-ready modular homes. Jesse is an AIA Fellow, a board member of the Portland Society of Architecture, and a founding member of Passivhaus Maine. Jesse’s experience includes single-family homes, multifamily buildings, educational buildings, and on-site and off-site construction methods. You can find Jesse at kaplanthompson.com.
Emily is the founder and principal of Mottram Architecture, a Maine-based practice specializing in new homes and renovations that are beautiful, functional, comfortable, healthy, and durable. Emily regularly teaches building science and sustainable design at local colleges and event across the country. She is a co-author of the Pretty Good House book, hosts the E3: Energy and Efficiency with Emily podcast, and co-hosts the BS* + Beer Show. You can find Emily at Mottramarch.com.
Emily is the founder and principal of Mottram Architecture, a Maine-based practice specializing in new homes and renovations that are beautiful, functional, comfortable, healthy, and durable. Emily regularly teaches building science and sustainable design at local colleges and event across the country. She is a co-author of the Pretty Good House book, hosts the E3: Energy and Efficiency with Emily podcast, and co-hosts the BS* + Beer Show. You can find Emily at Mottramarch.com.
David K. Warfel is a lighting designer, author, and educator focused on improving lives through the essential medium of light. He practices at the convergence of architectural lighting and live performance, illuminating a variety of projects and events—from homes to the Las Vegas Strip to New York’s Carnegie Hall. You can find David at Lightcanhelpyou.com
David K. Warfel is a lighting designer, author, and educator focused on improving lives through the essential medium of light. He practices at the convergence of architectural lighting and live performance, illuminating a variety of projects and events—from homes to the Las Vegas Strip to New York’s Carnegie Hall. You can find David at Lightcanhelpyou.com
Kate is a partner at HELM Construction Solutions, an experienced leader in the fields of green building, professional education, sustainability, and business management. She’s worked with established and emerging businesses to develop business systems and plan for a resilient future. Kate is also a Fellow of the Environmental Leadership Program and a member of the Montpelier Energy Advisory Committee, and she serves on the boards of NESEA and the Studio for High Performance Design and Construction. She is a regular contributor to Fine Homebuilding’s Building Business column. You can find Kate at buildhelm.com.
Kate is a partner at HELM Construction Solutions, an experienced leader in the fields of green building, professional education, sustainability, and business management. She’s worked with established and emerging businesses to develop business systems and plan for a resilient future. Kate is also a Fellow of the Environmental Leadership Program and a member of the Montpelier Energy Advisory Committee, and she serves on the boards of NESEA and the Studio for High Performance Design and Construction. She is a regular contributor to Fine Homebuilding’s Building Business column. You can find Kate at buildhelm.com.
A well-known high-performance builder, a Fine Homebuilding and Green Building Advisor author, a member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, a host of the BS* and Beer Show, and a regular speaker at building industry events, Ben is known for his depth of knowledge on all things building, from carpentry to building science to business. He’s a third-generation builder who started in the trades at age 16 and is currently the Director of Outreach & Education and Production Manager at BPC Green Builders in Ridgefield, CT. You can find Ben at bpcgreenbuilders.com.
A well-known high-performance builder, a Fine Homebuilding and Green Building Advisor author, a member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, a host of the BS* and Beer Show, and a regular speaker at building industry events, Ben is known for his depth of knowledge on all things building, from carpentry to building science to business. He’s a third-generation builder who started in the trades at age 16 and is currently the Director of Outreach & Education and Production Manager at BPC Green Builders in Ridgefield, CT. You can find Ben at bpcgreenbuilders.com.
You may know Allison from his popular Energy Vanguard Blog, or his building science and HVAC design company of the same name. You may know him from his writing in Fine Homebuilding, on Green Building Advisor, or in his book, A House Needs to Breathe… or Does it? Allsion is a sought-after speaker and educator on all things building science. You can find Allison at energyvanguard.com
You may know Allison from his popular Energy Vanguard Blog, or his building science and HVAC design company of the same name. You may know him from his writing in Fine Homebuilding, on Green Building Advisor, or in his book, A House Needs to Breathe… or Does it? Allsion is a sought-after speaker and educator on all things building science. You can find Allison at energyvanguard.com
Rachel is an architect and a green building expert with 30 years of experience in design, systems thinking, and community education. She began her career designing community-built playgrounds with a firm that engages stakeholders in the design, planning, and construction. In private practice she designed custom resource-efficient homes that optimize use of the sun’s energy, during which she became what some call a “building energy geek.” You can find Rachel at throughdesign.net.
Rachel is an architect and a green building expert with 30 years of experience in design, systems thinking, and community education. She began her career designing community-built playgrounds with a firm that engages stakeholders in the design, planning, and construction. In private practice she designed custom resource-efficient homes that optimize use of the sun’s energy, during which she became what some call a “building energy geek.” You can find Rachel at throughdesign.net.
Despite growing up in a quintessential 1970s contemporary house, Justin Fink later found himself gravitating toward the style and stories of old houses. In 2020, inspired by the birth of his son, Avery, Justin started Fink and Son in his honor, with the goal of passing along craftsmanship—and especially the nuances of old houses—to the next generation. Justin is also the author of The Restorationist, Fine Homebuilding’s column dedicated to the craft of restoring historic homes. You can find Justin at finkandson.com.
Despite growing up in a quintessential 1970s contemporary house, Justin Fink later found himself gravitating toward the style and stories of old houses. In 2020, inspired by the birth of his son, Avery, Justin started Fink and Son in his honor, with the goal of passing along craftsmanship—and especially the nuances of old houses—to the next generation. Justin is also the author of The Restorationist, Fine Homebuilding’s column dedicated to the craft of restoring historic homes. You can find Justin at finkandson.com.
Joshua Salinger is CEO and Founder of Birdsmouth Design-Build in Portland, Ore. In 1999, Josh graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a double major in Zoology and Conservation. In 2007, he started Birdsmouth Design-Build with the goal of designing and building beautiful, high-performing homes that transform and improve the built environment. You can find Josh at birdsmouthpdx.com.
Joshua Salinger is CEO and Founder of Birdsmouth Design-Build in Portland, Ore. In 1999, Josh graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a double major in Zoology and Conservation. In 2007, he started Birdsmouth Design-Build with the goal of designing and building beautiful, high-performing homes that transform and improve the built environment. You can find Josh at birdsmouthpdx.com.
both the NJ Building Material Dealers Association and the Philadelphia Reserve Supply Co., where he continues to hold board positions. Keith is married with three children and six grandchildren and resides in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
both the NJ Building Material Dealers Association and the Philadelphia Reserve Supply Co., where he continues to hold board positions. Keith is married with three children and six grandchildren and resides in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
Ali Al-Janabi helps guide high-performance solutions using mineral wool across North America. Known for both his technical depth and practical knowledge, he earned the Joseph S. Zajchowski Technical Excellence Award from CSI Northeast Region for his contributions to the field.
Ali Al-Janabi helps guide high-performance solutions using mineral wool across North America. Known for both his technical depth and practical knowledge, he earned the Joseph S. Zajchowski Technical Excellence Award from CSI Northeast Region for his contributions to the field.
Joe Sobczak is a LP Building Solutions Territory Sales Manager for the New England region.
Joe Sobczak is a LP Building Solutions Territory Sales Manager for the New England region.