S1 E1 - Meet Our Team: Interior Designer Kristin Stevens
Release Date: 08/01/2025
S1 E6 - Rooms that Have Changed Us
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In Episode 6 of Resident-Architect, host Stephen Grotz talks with interior designer Kristin Stevens to explore the spaces that shaped their design sensibilities. From grand ballrooms and historic kitchens to serene suites and unforgettable landscapes, they share the rooms that left a lasting mark — and why those experiences still guide their work today. A quick, inspiring look at the places that change us — and how great design begins with how a room makes us feel.
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S1 E5 - Living in and Through a Renovation
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In another frequently asked questions-style episode, Architect Stephen Grotz tackles a big question clients often ask: Can we live in our home during the renovation, or should we move out? Drawing from their own experience living through three personal renovations, Stephen and his wife, Lara, share what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they had known. Stephen also breaks down the key pros and cons of staying put versus relocating during construction.
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S1 E4 - How Much Will This Really Cost? The Truth About Renovation Budgets
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In this shorter episode, Architect Stephen Grotz dives into one of the most common questions clients ask: How much will this really cost? He breaks down what’s included in an all-in construction budget, how to plan realistically, and tips for staying on track financially during a renovation. Whether you're budgeting for your first project or just curious about where the money goes, this episode offers insight into what clients typically ask about.
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S1 E3 - Meet Our Team: CEO Stephen Grotz
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In this episode, host and founder of Stephen Grotz Architecture, Stephen Grotz, sits down with his wife — and team member — for a warm, funny, and candid conversation. Stephen shares why he chose architecture, what motivated him to start the firm, and some unforgettable moments from their first year in business. From the birth of their second child to the family working out of a one-room office, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at how it all began — and the partnership that made it possible.
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S1 E2 - Meet Our Team: Intern Architect Demetra Karres
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In this episode, host and architect Stephen Grotz chats with intern architect and team member Demetra Karres, who shares her inspiring journey from studying science to finding her passion in architecture — all while navigating college during the height of COVID. Whether you're a future architecture student or just curious about what it's really like behind the scenes, this episode delivers honest insights, personal stories, and a look at what a day in the life of an architecture student and intern architect looks like.
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S1 E1 - Meet Our Team: Interior Designer Kristin Stevens
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Welcome to the very first episode of Resident-Architect. In this premiere, host and architect Stephen Grotz sits down with interior designer and team member Kristin Stevens for an inside look at the creative collaboration that drives thoughtful design. Kristin shares where her design journey began, what a typical day looks like in her role, and how the worlds of architecture and interior design intersect on real projects. Together, Stephen and Kristin explore the back-and-forth of creative problem solving, the importance of communication, and what makes a successful partnership between...
info_outlineWelcome to the very first episode of Resident-Architect. In this premiere, host and architect Stephen Grotz sits down with interior designer and team member Kristin Stevens for an inside look at the creative collaboration that drives thoughtful design.
Kristin shares where her design journey began, what a typical day looks like in her role, and how the worlds of architecture and interior design intersect on real projects. Together, Stephen and Kristin explore the back-and-forth of creative problem solving, the importance of communication, and what makes a successful partnership between architect and interior designer.