Blueprints To Buildings Podcast

Building Trust and Scale with Josie Legido Correa

In this episode, host Glen Palmer sits down with Josie Legido Correa of JWR Construction Services Incorporated to unpack what really drives trust, growth, and long term relationships in construction. Josie shares why early pre construction involvement, clear communication, and relationship led leadership are now critical to project success. The conversation also explores how technology, risk taking, and human connection are reshaping modern construction and real estate development.
 
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Qatar Ultra-Luxury Real Estate with Abid Hussain

Abid Hussain, founder and owner of FGRealty, joins host Glen Palmer on Blueprints to Building to break down what’s driving Qatar’s ultra-luxury real estate market, with a focus on long-term demand in Lusail City, The Pearl, and Qetaifan Islands. Abid explains how overseas buyers gain confidence investing remotely through a trust-first approach built on licensing, transparent documentation, tech-led due diligence, and full after-sales support. The episode also explores how immersive 3D walkthroughs and virtual environments are transforming off-plan sales by helping buyers emotionally connect with properties, accelerating decisions, and boosting perceived value.
 
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Pre Construction Clarity with George Murray

Host Glen Palmer sits down with George Murray, founder of Worthington Construction Managers, to unpack why pre construction is where project success is truly decided. George shares how reducing uncertainty early comes down to surfacing assumptions, aligning stakeholders, and creating clarity before costly decisions get locked in. They also explore how tools like AI and 3D visualisation can support better decision making without replacing human judgment.
 
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Architectural Water Features and Design with Rosa Aguilar

Glen Palmer sits down with Rosa Aguilar, Business Development Manager at Bluworld of Water, to explore how architectural water features elevate commercial spaces beyond aesthetics. Rosa shares how sound, motion, and thoughtful design can create calmer, more welcoming environments for the people who use them. They also discuss why early planning and strong visualization tools help teams align on the right feature before construction begins.
 
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Construction Education and Immersive Learning with Julia Stevens

In this episode, Glen Palmer sits down with Julia Stevens, CEO of Constructionarium, to explore how hands on learning is transforming construction education and early careers. Julia shares why immersive, real site training builds confidence, teamwork, and job ready skills faster than classroom learning alone. They also discuss the industry skills shortage and how better exposure, innovation, and sustainability will shape the future of construction careers.
 
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Real Estate Strategy and Lifestyle Guidance with Jon Stroud

In this episode, Glen Palmer sits down with real estate expert and coach Jon Stroud to explore how strategy, emotional intelligence, and hyper-local knowledge shape better buying and selling decisions. Jon breaks down how immersive tech like video walkthroughs and 3D visualization is transforming client experiences and enabling faster, more confident property choices. He also shares insights on market fears, lifestyle-driven real estate, and why great agents win through relationships, clarity, and consistent value.
 
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Redefining Quantity Surveying for the Next Generation with Dylan Pritchard

In this episode of the Blueprints to Buildings podcast, host Glen Palmer sits down with Dylan Pritchard of Ward Williams Associates to explore how the role of the quantity surveyor is misunderstood and why early QS involvement is critical to delivering value, certainty, and viable projects. Dylan shares how technology, visual tools, and better communication can help QSs move beyond being seen as “naysayers” to becoming true “cost crusaders” who support smarter decisions around risk, cost, and carbon. He also talks passionately about inspiring the next generation through apprenticeships, practical experience, and two-way mentorship between tech-savvy juniors and seasoned industry leaders.
 
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Building Predictable Systems with Stephen Duggan

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Stephen Duggan, Managing Director of BHA Construction, who has led more than €3 billion worth of projects across Ireland, Africa, and the Middle East. Stephen breaks down why systems-driven delivery, contractual clarity, and early-stage alignment are essential for making construction predictable, scalable, and commercially disciplined. He also explores how technology, from integrated project platforms to visual communication tools, is reshaping collaboration, reducing rework, and accelerating the future of large-scale housing delivery.
 
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Future of Prefab Building with Peter DeMaria

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Peter DeMaria, award-winning architect and co-founder of MID-RISE Modular, about how modular construction is reshaping the future of housing. Peter explains how treating buildings like products manufactured in a factory can solve many of traditional construction’s biggest problems, from cost overruns to unpredictable schedules. He also shares how digital twins, immersive visualization, and tighter collaboration between designers, engineers, and manufacturers are helping modular move from niche innovation toward mainstream adoption.
 
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Luxury Property Insights with Goel Kumar

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Goel Kumar, a luxury real estate specialist at One Broker Group, known for his data-driven insights and client-first approach in Dubai’s fast-evolving property market. Goel breaks down how buyers can cut through the noise of new developments by relying on transparent data, personalised guidance, and a deep understanding of long-term value. He also shares how technology, especially immersive visualisation and AI-enhanced presentations, is reshaping buyer expectations and transforming the future of luxury property sales in Dubai.
 
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