Couture & Construction
Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast, brought to you by Textures, that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces. Through conversations with interior designers, architects and luxury builders, host Andrew Denny aims to inspire, educate and strengthen the industry.
Couture & Construction
Groundwork — Real Estate, Finance & Finding the Right Lot with Kelly Ladwig & Shawn Kaplan
Welcome to Season 10 of Couture & Construction! On today’s episode, host Andrew Denny kicks off the new season with a deep dive into the essential first steps of building your dream home—starting with land, lending, and assembling the right team.
To help break it down, Andrew is joined by returning guest Kelly Ladwig, realtor and founder of Home on a Nashville Hill, and first-time guest Shawn Kaplan, a trusted mortgage advisor with Cross Country Mortgage. Together, they share expert insights on evaluating land, navigating today’s real estate market, and understanding your financing options. Whether you're building your first custom home or your forever one, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.
Let's Sum It Up:
Don’t go at it alone. Involve your lender, realtor, builder, and design team early.
Land might look perfect — but knowing what lies beneath the surface is key.
Financing can be a powerful tool, not a barrier, with the right partner at the table.
Until next time — keep cultivating creativity.
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Learn more about today’s guests
Kelly Ladwig:
Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/homeonanashvillehill)
Website: https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/associate/180-a-df240405071110840512/kelly-ladwig
Shawn Kaplan:
Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/theshawnkaplan/)
Website: https://crosscountrymortgage.com/franklin-tn-2835/shawn-kaplan/
About Couture & Construction
Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, it breaks down the process of creating custom spaces—one story at a time.
This podcast was produced by Chelsea Rand, Davis Osburn, and The Cast Collective.
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About Textures Nashville
Since 2004, Textures Nashville™ has been the preferred partner of interior designers, architects, and custom home builders. Through their collaborative approach, and our exclusive relationship with the finest mills ensures your floors will stand the test of time in style and longevity.