The Construction Source

MARCH 2021 project that Taylor and his team “essentially gutted,” in some areas taking it down to the studs and insulation. They then rebuilt the entire house, changing flooring, cabinets, walls, windows – “everything,” Taylor says. The rear of that home backed out onto a canal and featured a lot of beautiful trees. The purpose of the renovation was to optimize light in the home while taking advantage of the views. According to Taylor, that objective was definitely achieved. “We opened the walls and basically put windows all across the back of the house,” he explains. “Now, when you’re sitting in the living room it feels like you’re sitting on the deck. The trees feel like they’re right here. It’s just beautiful.” “I love it,” he adds, “because I almost can’t believe how much better it is. We changed the house completely. The before and after pictures are dramatic, to say the least. That’s why we entered it in the awards.” Taylor says the owners – an older couple, who now frequently entertain their children and grandchildren on the property – feel the same way. “They couldn’t be happier. They absolutely love it and they’re glad they did it.” Taylor says that’s the kind of reaction Asset Builders aims for every time. His goal is to continue earning those positive reviews, and building those lasting relationships, even as the company evolves. In the past, Asset Builders delivered up to 75 homes per year, and Taylor hopes to get closer to that number again. Specifically, he’d like the company to do between 50 and 60. As part of that goal, he is expanding their presence in British Columbia, where they recently became an approved builder. “We’re very excited about that,” he says. “It’s beautiful in BC, and building there has been a great learning experience. Building is a little bit different there, which has been a challenge, but it’s been fun. We look forward to doing it more.” “We’re doing what we want to be doing,” he concludes. “We just want to get better at it, and we want to keep doing it.”