Construction News & Case Studies
Welcome to our blog! Read project stories and project case studies. As the Bow Valley’s largest and most reputable commercial construction company, we always have lots of great local business and community news to share!
Built on Experience: Why Locals Trust ACS for Quality Canmore Construction
Construction in CanmoreBLOG ARTICLEConstruction in CanmoreBLOG ARTICLEBuilt on Experience: Why Locals Trust ACS for Quality Canmore ConstructionSnapshot: Canmore Construction Projects 30 Specialty Projects 20 Offices 18 Housing Projects 15 Healthcare Facilities 14...
Construction in Banff: What You Need to Know About Commercial Builds in a National Park
Construction in BanffBLOG ARTICLEConstruction in BanffBLOG ARTICLEConstruction in Banff: What You Need to Know About Commercial Builds in a National ParkCommercial construction in Banff National Park comes with its own unique set of challenges. Between strict...
How Construction Project Management Tools Help Maintain Momentum
Construction Project ManagementBLOG ARTICLEConstruction Project ManagementBLOG ARTICLEHow Construction Project Management Tools Help Maintain MomentumIf there’s one skill you need in construction, it’s the ability to think on your feet. Large, long-term projects...
Built to Last: Local Partnerships, Strong Communities, Quality Construction
Built to LastBLOG ARTICLEBuilt to LastBLOG ARTICLEBuilt to Last: Local Partnerships, Strong Communities, Quality Construction Let’s face it — the last few months have been incredibly stressful. Canada’s shifting trade relationship with the US has been a rollercoaster...
Form and Function: Commercial Renovations That Put People First
Commercial RenovationsBLOG ARTICLECommercial RenovationsBLOG ARTICLEForm and Function: Commercial Renovations That Put People First Experience, expertise, and local knowledge go a long way when it comes to commercial renovations and tenant improvements. But with...
Protect Your Budget With Pre-Construction Planning Services
Pre-Construction ServicesBLOG ARTICLEPre-Construction ServicesBLOG ARTICLEGet What You Pay For: Protect Your Budget With Pre-Construction Planning ServicesIf you’ve ever managed a large multi-family residential, commercial construction, or mixed-use project, you know...
Commercial Construction Checklist: Successfully Manage Your Project
Commercial ConstructionProjectChecklistCommercial ConstructionProject ChecklistCommercial Construction Project ChecklistBuilding your dream business in the Bow Valley is a highly rewarding journey—but the process can be just as complex if you’re unsure how to navigate...
How to Choose the Best Commercial Construction Company for Your Project
Best Construction CompanyBLOG ARTICLEBest Construction CompanyBlog ArticleHow to Choose the Best Commercial Construction Management CompanyBeautiful commercial spaces don’t just happen. Endless small details are carefully planned and executed to bring the perfect...
How Nest Design and Drafting Studio Creates Beautiful, Functional Spaces
Interior Design PartnerCase Study Nest Design & Drafting StudioInterior Design PartnerCase Study Nest Design & Drafting StudioHow Nest Design and Drafting Studio Creates Beautiful, Functional Spaces with ACSEclipse Coffee Roasters, Dead Man's Flats | Photo:...
Building a More Diverse Construction Industry in Alberta
Diversity, Equity & InclusionBLOG ARTICLEDiversity, Equity & InclusionBlog ArticleBuilding a More Diverse Construction Industry in AlbertaDiversity and inclusion in the construction industry shouldn’t be something to strive for, it should be the norm.Imagine...
A Strong Foundation: How ACS’s Commitment to Community Supported a Decade of Growth
10th Anniversary: 2024BLOG A DECADE OF GROWTH10th Anniversary: 2024BLOG A DECADE OF GROWTHA Strong Foundation: How ACS’s Commitment to Community Supported a Decade of Growth It’s a momentous time at Ashton Construction Services (ACS). In 2024, the ACS team were...
How ACS Helps Lake Louise Ski Resort Provide Employees with Affordable, Modern Housing
Employee Housing ConstructionCase Study Lake Louise Ski ResortEmployee Housing ConstructionCase Study Lake Louise Ski ResortHow ACS Helps Lake Louise Ski Resort Provide Employees with Affordable, Modern HousingMeeting a need for convenient, affordable housing Housing...
Community First: How ACS and Eclipse Coffee Roasters Cemented a Lasting Partnership
Food & BeverageCase Study Eclipse Coffee RoastersFood & BeverageCase Study Eclipse Coffee RoastersCASE STUDY: Community First: How ACS and Eclipse Coffee Roasters Cemented a Lasting PartnershipA budding relationship Eclipse Coffee Roasters first hired Ashton...
Is Your Business a Force For Good? Here’s Why It Should Be.
Community ImpactBlog Force For GoodCommunity ImpactBlog Force For GoodIs Your Business a Force For Good? Here’s Why It Should Be. Over the past decade, corporate social responsibility—making sure your business is a force for good—has become a major talking point in...
How Banff Sport Medicine Chose Local and Gained a Transparent, Reliable Partnership with ACS
Health Care ConstructionCase Study Banff Sport MedicineHealth Care ConstructionCase Study Banff Sport MedicineCASE STUDY: How Banff Sport Medicine Chose Local and Gained a Transparent, Reliable Partnership with ACSHelping people attain a better quality of life Banff...
Building Affordable Housing in Canmore—Without Sacrificing Quality
Community Housing ConstructionBlog ArticleCommunity Housing ConstructionBlog ArticleBuilding Affordable Housing in Canmore—Without Sacrificing QualityFinding affordable housing is a global struggle—one that the World Bank expects to impact 1.6 billion people by 2025....
ACS Recognized as the Bow Valley’s Workplace of the Year 2023
Award Winning Construction CompanyBlog ArticleAward Winning Construction CompanyBlog ArticleACS Recognized as the Bow Valley’s Workplace of the Year 2023The team at Ashton Construction Services (ACS) is the beating heart of our business. We owe our success as one of...
Safety Starts at the Top: Construction Site Safety Tips
Construction Safety TipsBlog ArticleConstruction Safety TipsBlog ArticleSafety Starts at the Top: Construction Site Safety TipsKeeping everyone safe on a commercial construction site takes a carefully implemented safety program — one that’s built from industry...
How Devonian Properties Brought a 40-unit Multi-family Build to Market with ACS
Multi-Family ConstructionCase Study Devonian PropertiesMulti-Family ConstructionCase Study Devonian PropertiesHow Devonian Properties Brought a 40-Unit Multi-Family Build to Market with ACSCommitted to excellence Devonian Properties is a real estate development...
Meet ACS: Our Commercial Construction Company’s Evolution
About ACSBlog ArticleAbout ACSBlog ArticleMeet ACS: Our Commercial Construction Company’s EvolutionToday, Ashton Construction Services (ACS) is the Bow Valley’s largest commercial construction firm. But like many businesses, ACS started from humble beginnings. Founder...
How Wild Life Distillery Increased Production Capacity Tenfold with ACS
Special ProjectCase Study Wild Life DistillerySpecial ProjectCase Study Wild Life DistilleryHow Wild Life Distillery Increased Production Capacity Tenfold with ACSPhoto: Silckerodt PhotographyDedicated to growth Wild Life Distillery co-founders Keith Robinson and Matt...
How Fergus & Bix Realized its Dream of Opening a Canmore Restaurant with ACS
Food & Beverage ProjectCase Study Fergus & BixFood & Beverage ProjectCase Study Fergus & BixHow Fergus & Bix Realized its Dream of Opening a Canmore Restaurant with ACSSeeking an experienced local partner Fergus & Bix’s Director of Concept...
How Rocky Mountain Soap Co Completes 100% of Construction Projects on Time and on Budget with ACS
Retail Renovation ProjectCase Study Rocky Mountain Soap Co.Retail Renovation ProjectCase Study Rocky Mountain Soap Co.How Rocky Mountain Soap Co Completes 100% of Construction Projects on Time and on Budget with ACSPhoto: Lua Williams PhotographyA national brand Rocky...
How Take a Hike Market Brought its Vision to Life in a 3-Month Window with ACS
Food & Beverage ProjectCase StudyTake a Hike marketFood & Beverage ProjectCase Study Take a Hike MarketHow Take a Hike Market Brought its Vision to Life in a 3-Month Construction Window with ACSNew entrepreneurs with a big dream When Amanda Winston and...
How The Alder Cafe + Grocery Opened a 100-Seat Venue with ACS
Food & Beverage ProjectCase Study The Alder Cafe + GroceryFood & Beverage ProjectCase Study The Alder Cafe + GroceryHow The Alder Cafe + Grocery Opened a 100-Seat Cafe and Grocery Store with ACSA community-minded vision When Bow Valley food and beverage...