395 The Story Behind 45 White Oak

Sign up for the Modern Craftsman Community 👉🏻 There's been a lot of talk and a lot of questions about 45 White Oak, so Nick finally lays out what the project really is. They get into the strategy behind it, the pressure that comes with it, and why this build means more than just another house. Sign up for the newsletter: Show Notes: 07:24 What Is 45 White Oak, and Why Build It This Way? 11:53 Are You Trying to Prove This Market Exists? 15:09 Is Selling It Harder Than You Expected? 19:50 Where Did the $12.25M Price Come From? 25:47 What Would You Change If You Built White Oak Again? 27:27 Could You Build It Faster a Second Time? 34:37 What Would You Do Differently in Design and Pre-Con? 39:25 Does a Project Like This Change What Trades Think Is Possible? 43:13 What Details Matter Most in This House? 47:07 What Are People Noticing When They Walk It? 50:45 How Has White Oak Changed the Way You Think About Building? 52:16 In 10 Years, What Role Will White Oak Play in Your Career? Video Version: Partners: Andersen Windows Harnish Workwear Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear The Modern Craftsman : linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts : Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media

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395 The Story Behind 45 White Oak is an episode from The Modern Craftsman Podcast by Modern Craftsman.

This episode is 01:06:27 long.

This episode was published on Mar 15, 2026.

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