In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, hosts Vince and Jenna Free sit down with Jeremy Bentley, Director of Architecture at Power Construction's Cold and Food Group. Jeremy shares his journey from Lincoln Logs to leading some of the industry’s most innovative cold storage designs. With nearly two decades of experience—starting with United Insulated Structures and now shaping the future at Power—Jeremy offers deep insights into evolving building standards, design/build collaboration, and the quirks that make the cold storage world so unique.
Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at how smarter drawings, better field communication, and industry camaraderie are pushing cold construction to the next level.
Cool Takeaways:
❄️ Built Different – Jeremy blends math and art, GC and architect, design and jobsite hustle for a holistic cold storage approach.
❄️ Learning in the Field – His experience as a carpenter and superintendent shaped how he draws, solves problems, and trains others.
❄️ Cold Design Evolution – Jeremy explains the shift from repetitive freezer boxes to tall, automated, energy-efficient facilities.
❄️ Merger Success – The Power Construction acquisition brought tools like AR, VR, and a 0.48 EMR—without losing small-team culture.
❄️ Details Matter – From door shifts to vapor barriers, Jeremy emphasizes hands-on field feedback and refining every drawing.
❄️ Spec Building Challenges – Why flexibility in spec cold storage is harder than it sounds—and how developers can get it right.
❄️ Community Over Competition – Jeremy champions the collaborative spirit of cold storage pros, from vendors to architects.
❄️ Oregon Trail & Sam Adams – Yes, there’s also talk of RVs, fish stick cocktails, and the Bentley of all drawings.
Don’t miss this architecture-meets-cold-storage deep dive with one of the most passionate leaders in the biz. Chill out with the full episode at
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