On Behind the Gavel with Jason this week I was joined by Leah Ashley and Gary Wright, better known as @LivingWithLeah and @BuilderGary to talk about incorporating antiques, vintage, and architectural salvage items in a new house build. Gary brings nearly 50 years of home building experience to the conversation and Leah's love for vintage is known to all. Please post comments or questions below and we'll answer them as quickly as possible.

Are you thinking about using antique items in a new home build? Gary, Leah, and I talk about what to look for when buying antique doors, cupulas, corbels, cabinets, and more. Will your antique door withstand the demands of modern living? Will the vintage cabinet you want to use for a sink in your bathroom work or fall apart? Are the doors square and solid? There is so much to think about when using antique and vintage items for a new house and Builder Gary has all of the answers.

Follow their adventures on Instagram at the following handles:

@LivingWithLeah
@BuilderGary
@FinnFamilyFarm

LEAH ASHLEY is an interior stylist & DIY expert who gained national attention for her role as a co host on the ABC Daytime talkshow, Fablife, alongside Tyra Banks, Chrissy Teigen, Joe Zee and Lauren Makk. Prior to Fablife, Leah co-created A Fab Life, the dynamic and popular lifestyle channel with over 250,000 subscribers on Youtube. With a focus on home makeovers and affordable DIYs, A Fab Life, was dedicated to curating a well lived life in a well styled space, no matter your budget.

Leah has been featured on such media platforms as The Style Channel, CNN, ABC, CBS, HGTV, KTLA, Discovery Networks, Hollywood Today Live and Glamour Magazine to name a few. Currently, residing in her home town of Austin, Texas, Leah is a contributor at Tribeza magazine where she shares her tips for creating a stylish, livable and vintage influenced home. Leah is also the host and producer of the popular online series, Vintage Style / Modern Life, currently airing on The Design Network. www.LivingWithLeah.com

Gary Wright is your go-to professional for tips, insight, and advice about homebuilding and home maintenance. His perspective on various topics can possibly help you with owning and maintaining a home, especially for the new owners. With 45 plus years of experience in the residential construction business, he can be a resource on a number of topics. Whether you are looking to build a new home, remodeling or just keeping that investment in excellent condition, he is here to help and just a few clicks away. www.buildergary.com

Jason Roske, CAI, AMM, owner of KC Auction & Appraisal Company, is an Internationally recognized expert on antiques, artwork, auctions and estate liquidation. He has been in the business of antiques and estate items since his mom brought him to garage sales as a young boy. He has been interviewed by dozens of TV shows, podcasts, magazines, and trade papers around the world. Jason has presented to the International Society of Appraisers multiple times and has taught classes and helped write curriculum for the National Auctioneers Association. He also speaks to numerous groups and organizations.

The KC Auction & Appraisal Company is a Kansas City Auction Company that has worked with clients from around the world. Started in 2006 as an estate liquidation solution for families during times of transition we have grown into one of the regions best auction houses. In addition to helping families decide if an estate sale or estate auction are their best option, we now offer Art Auctions, Jewelry Auctions, Specialty Auctions and much more. If it is time to sell your antiques, art, jewelry, historically important items, or other interesting pieces contact us today at 816-283-3633. We also work with non-profit organizations regularly to help them raise money and awareness. Some of those organizations are KCPT, Operation Breakthrough, Symphony in the Flint Hills, the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art and many more. If you are looking for new ways to raise money for your Charity call us at 816-283-3633. www.KCAuctionCompany.com