The House That Fits Podcast
Practical, dad-level wisdom for designing homes that grow with you, not against you.
Featured Episodes
Start with these essential episodes that lay the foundation for designing a home that truly fits your life.
What's Driving You Nuts? How to Read Your Current Home
Learn how to assess what works (and doesn't) in your current space. Practical checklist included.
Get Notified When Released Start With the Life, Not the Floor Plan
The essential mindset shift: design from how you live, not what looks good. A guided approach to creating your home vision.
Get Notified When Released Why Copying Pinterest Fails (Your Life Should Come First)
Why mimicking trends leads to regret. Learn why your home should support your real routines, not your fantasy lifestyle.
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Room-by-Room Smart Tech Guide (And What to Avoid)
Practical breakdown of smart tech by room with key dos and don'ts for reliable, flexible performance.
Get Notified When Released Wiring for a Smart Home Backbone (Without Going Overboard)
Deep dive on Ethernet, conduits, central hubs, power needs, and rack systems to future-proof your tech.
Get Notified When Released Smart Home Strategy: Don't Automate Your Frustration
Focus on solving real problems with smart tech, not chasing gadgets. Learn when automation adds value and when it just adds complexity.
Get Notified When Released Should You Go Solar? What to Know Before You Wire
Cost, prep, battery backups, and when it makes sense.
Get Notified When Released Garage Upgrades That Matter (and Some You'll Never Use)
Plan for hobbies, power tools, and future vehicles.
Get Notified When Released Designing for Neurodivergent Needs (Focus, Calm, Routine)
How layout, sound, and lighting can make a big difference.
Get Notified When Released Storm-Ready and Off-Grid Prep (Without Going Full Bunker)
Include subtle resiliency features in your plan.
Get Notified When Released Hot vs. Cold Climates: Design Tweaks That Pay Off
Adjust your strategies based on your environment.
Get Notified When Released Window Placement That Works (Light, Views, Privacy)
Rethink how and where your windows belong.
Get Notified When Released How to Prep for Rental Income Without Overbuilding
Design now for a guest or rental suite later.
Get Notified When Released Designing for Multigenerational Living
Zoning and shared/common area design.
Get Notified When Released Built-Ins: When They're Worth It and When to Walk Away
Smart ways to keep built-ins flexible.
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About the Podcast
The House That Fits is a podcast dedicated to helping homeowners design spaces that adapt to real life and avoid common regrets. With 61 episodes covering everything from mindset and layout evaluation to room-by-room design decisions, this podcast is your guide to creating a home that works for you today and flexes with you tomorrow.
Host Philip Jarrell brings his experience from living in 17 different homes and building 3 from scratch to every episode. His approach is warm, wise, and practical, like a helpful dad who's been through a few builds and wants to save you from the pain and expense of common mistakes.
Whether you're building new, renovating, or just dreaming about your future home, each episode offers actionable advice to help you make smarter decisions about your living space.