The Construction Source

APRIL 2020 Larson’s passion for building and problem-solving goes back to her youth, when her father – a real estate agent – would take her through local houses to admire the architecture. She started sketching floor plans herself at the age of 12-years-old, started apprenticing in architectural firms at 14, went to school for architecture in California, and she even spent some time working for architecture firms in Australia. After returning to the Okanagan, Larson took a job in a local firm, where she was able to be “very hands-on,” often visiting the job sites and taking on project management responsibilities. That experience made her realize that she loved building as much as design, and spurred her to pursue more project management opportunities, including a role as lead project manager for a local custom builder. Several years later, she decided it was time to strike out on her own. With the support of Stephan Ams – an experienced carpenter who shared Larson’s dedication to quality workmanship and her pride in overcoming in challenges – she founded All Elements in 2009. “We wanted to provide a better quality product, and we wanted to be more hands-on and one-on-one with our clients. .”