Oct 14, 20261h 21m
Why did we decide that the traditional remodeling model wasn’t good enough? In this special episode, I sit down with Alex Shikhanov, Founder and CEO of Armada Design & Build , to tell the story behind Armada and explain...
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Let's Build with Armada
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About this Podcast:
Welcome to Let’s Build with Armada, the podcast where Washington homeowners learn how to remodel with clarity, strategy, and confidence—on a schedule that follows real projects, not a rigid calendar. I’m Charlie Carter from Armada Design & Build. After years of working across the greater Seattle area, I’ve learned that successful remodeling isn’t about luck. It’s about planning, transparent conversations, and understanding how every decision—from windows to insurance to material selections—affects long-term value. In each episode, I sit down with experts to answer the questions homeowners genuinely care about: - Why your PNW windows cry every winter - Financing options that actually make sense in 2026 - How to not get burned by a cheap insurance quote - What adds value in Seattle… and what just burns cash - How to plan a DADU without turning your backyard into a 2-year construction zone Whether you’re preparing for a kitchen or bathroom remodel, planning a full-home upgrade, or exploring a backyard DADU for equity or rental income, this podcast gives you the clarity you need to move forward confidently. Listen here, watch more real projects on our YouTube channel, and visit us when you’re ready to build with confidence. And don’t forget to follow the show—so you never miss an episode that could save you time, money, and stress. Visit the Armada Design Center in Bellevue when you’re ready to start planning your own home transformation! 📍 15600 NE 8th St. Suite O2, Bellevue, WA 98008 📞 425-587-8286 🌐 https://armadabuild.com/?utm_source=transistor
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What is Let's Build with Armada about?
Welcome to Let’s Build with Armada, the podcast where Washington homeowners learn how to remodel with clarity, strategy, and confidence, on a schedule that follows real projects, not a rigid calendar. I’m Charlie Carter from Armada Design & Build. After years of working across the greater Seattle area, I’ve learned that successful remodeling isn’t about luck.
What has Let's Build with Armada covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Why We Built Armada Differently: The Story Behind Our Design-Build Company" (14 October 2026, 81 minutes), "Bathroom Design Trends Every Homeowner Should Know Designers Recommend" (26 August 2026, 77 minutes), and "Outdoor Living Trends! How to Design a Backyard That Actually Works" (10 August 2026, 62 minutes).
How often does Let's Build with Armada publish?
Let's Build with Armada publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 19 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Let's Build with Armada?
Booking probability for Let's Build with Armada is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Let's Build with Armada requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Let's Build with Armada's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Let's Build with Armada are Home Building and Interior Finishing Contractors. Let's Build with Armada has a leisure audience.
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Let's Build with Armada is a leisure podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Aug 26, 20261h 17mWhat if the bathroom features everyone says you “need” are actually making your remodel less functional? In this episode, I sit down with Aya Hirunuma, Director of Design at Armada Design & Build , to break down the...
Aug 10, 20261h 2mWhat turns a backyard into a space you actually want to use every day? In this episode, I sit down with Jim Reynolds, founder of Reynolds Landscaping , who brings more than 35 years of experience designing and building...
Jul 15, 202653 minWhat if the best time to prepare your home for the future is before you ever need to? In this episode, I explore one of the most important and most overlooked topics in home remodeling: aging in place. Whether you’re...
Jul 15, 202658 minWhat separates a smooth remodeling project from one that turns into an expensive nightmare? In this episode, I sit down with Derek Abbott , Senior Project Manager at Armada Design & Build , to talk about the warning...
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Jun 17, 20261h 1mThinking about remodeling your home? Before you hire a contractor, sign a contract, or start tearing down walls, there are a few things you should know. I’m Charlie Carter, Principal Project Consultant at Armada Design...
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<p>Thinking about remodeling your home? Before you hire a contractor, sign a contract, or start tearing down walls, there are a few things you should know.</p><p>I’m Charlie Carter, Principal Project Consultant at...
Episode #10
Should You Choose Aesthetics Over Kitchen Functionality? Remodel Mistakes Designers Avoid
Jun 3, 202657 minS0<p>Can a beautiful kitchen actually make your life harder?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Aya Hirunuma, Director of Design at Armada Design & Build, to talk about one of the biggest remodeling...
Episode #10
Should You Choose Aesthetics Over Kitchen Functionality? Remodel Mistakes Designers Avoid
Jun 3, 202657 minCan a beautiful kitchen actually make your life harder? In this episode, I sit down with Aya Hirunuma , Director of Design at Armada Design & Build , to talk about one of the biggest remodeling mistakes homeowners make...
Apr 30, 20261h 2mS0<p>Why does your house still feel uncomfortable — no matter how much you adjust the thermostat?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Karl Christensen from Legacy 1 Heating and Cooling to break down what...
Apr 15, 202650 minS0<p>Most homeowners lose money before construction even starts… not because of bad design, but because of bad decisions.</p><p>In this episode of Let’s Build with Armada, I sit down with Torrey Hager, our in-house...
Mar 31, 20261h 3mS0<p>Most homeowners waste thousands on the wrong kitchen appliances — and don’t even realize it.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with appliance expert Andrew Nystrom from Metropolitan Appliance to break down...
Mar 23, 202655 minS0<p>Are your kitchen cabinets quietly making your home look cheap?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Blake Rainey from Bellmont Cabinets to break down what actually matters when choosing kitchen cabinets...
Mar 4, 20261h 1mS0<p>What’s it really like to live through a kitchen remodel?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Bellevue homeowner Rob Fountain to talk honestly about the real experience of renovating a kitchen while...
Jan 21, 202639 minS0<p>In this episode, I sit down with Michael Gardner, a licensed insurance agent with Allstate and over 14 years of industry experience, to unpack one of the most misunderstood — and most dangerous — blind spots in...
Jan 8, 202641 minS0<p>In this episode, I sit down with Keith Dashofy, Principal and Co-Owner of Pella Windows & Doors of Western Washington, to cut through the confusion around windows, doors, and energy codes — without marketing hype or...
Dec 24, 202546 minS0<p>In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Elsos, Senior Project Consultant at Armada Design & Build and a licensed real estate agent with Armada Homes, to talk honestly about remodeling ROI — without the...
Dec 10, 202550 minS0<p>In this episode, I sit down with renovation-financing expert Megan Safara from RenoFi to finally break down how homeowners can really fund their remodels. Most families want to upgrade their space — but very few...
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Derek Abbott
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Michael Gardner
vice president and administrator of Women's and Children's Hospital, The Bakery Cannabis Dispensary
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Aya Hirunuma
Armada Design & Build
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Jim Reynolds
Reynolds Landscaping
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