The Construction Source

MAY 2021 four slabs of maple epoxied together, sourced from Eternal Timber – another Kelowna-based supplier. The slabs had to be craned in through the second- storey window and married together on site. Other key contributors to the project included, in no specific order: Norelco Cabinets, JLC Contracting, Okanagan CeilingRefinishers, OkanaganHardwood Flooring, Sole Dreams, Everwood Custom Woodworking, Peak Painting, L.L. Applications, Creative Stone, Baths By Design, A1 Choice Plumbing and Drain, Brichor Mechanical, Ace Plumbing and Heating, Epic Electric, Designing with Light, Robinson Lighting, and Rutland Glass. All are local companies, as it is part of Creative Touch’s value to support their local community. “They did an amazing job,” Paulette says. Moving forward, Creative Touch’s goal is to continue growing. “It’s kind of crazy out there right now,” Paulette says. “There are a lot of people from out of town buying into Kelowna and the Okanagan. People buying houses who want to renovate to make it their own, but need someone they can trust and who knows the trades – and that’s where we come in.” Paulette says that Creative Touch will grow along with that demand in the long-term, but she doesn’t see the company growing too large, as she values communication and relationships she builds with her clients too much. “I deal with every client personally,” she concludes. “I know everything about their project. I form friendships with the homeowner. I’d like to keep it that way.” Just this past year, Paulette opened up Creative Touch Renovations Ltd. Splitting her services into two companies is her way to focus her skills solely on project management. “Letting go of the day-to-day design tasks is part of growing,” she says. “Even though I love design, I love people and human connection more; I love to be out in the field.” Lastly, Creative Touch will continue to serve the community. Paulette believes in hard work and being a good leader. She has learned a lot in leadership and is still learning, but if there is one thing she can say, it’s, “Stay true to your values. They will guide you; I’m just here to support and stand behind you.”