ACS Blog
Construction News & Case Studies
Welcome to our blog. Here you’ll find news stories, updates, 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 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 ConstructionProjectChecklistCommercial 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
About ACSBlog ArticleAbout ACSBlog 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 space to life. When beginning a...
How Nest Design and Drafting Studio Creates Beautiful, Functional Spaces
Interior Design PartnerCase StudyNest Design & Drafting StudioInterior Design PartnerCase StudyNest Design & Drafting StudioHow Nest Design and Drafting Studio Creates Beautiful, Functional Spaces with ACSEclipse Coffee Roasters, Dead Man's Flats | Photo: Eva...
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: 2024BlogAshton Construction Services10th Anniversary: 2024BlogAshton Construction ServicesA Strong Foundation: How ACS’s Commitment to Community Supported a Decade of Growth It’s a momentous time at Ashton Construction Services (ACS). This year,...
How ACS Helps Lake Louise Ski Resort Provide Employees with Affordable, Modern Housing
Employee HousingCase StudyLake Louise Ski ResortEmployee HousingCase Study Lake Louise Ski ResortHow ACS Helps Lake Louise Ski Resort Provide Employees with Affordable, Modern HousingMeeting a need for convenient, affordable housing Housing is limited for employees...
Community First: How ACS and Eclipse Coffee Roasters Cemented a Lasting Partnership
Food & Beverage Case StudyEclipse Coffee RoastersFood & Beverage Case StudyEclipse 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.
CommunityForce For GoodCommunityForce 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 the business community. In...
How Banff Sport Medicine Chose Local and Gained a Transparent, Reliable Partnership with ACS
Health Care ConstructionCase StudyBanff Sport MedicineHealth Care ConstructionCase StudyBanff 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 HousingBlog ArticleCommunity HousingBlog 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. In Canada, only 26% of...
ACS Recognized as the Bow Valley’s Workplace of the Year 2023
About ACSBlog ArticleAbout ACSBlog 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 the leading construction companies in the Bow...
Safety Starts at the Top: Construction Site Safety Tips with ACS & BVS Canada
About ACSBlog ArticleAbout ACSBlog 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 regulations and a comprehensive list...
How Devonian Properties Brought a 40-unit Multi-family Build to Market
Multi-Family ProjectCase StudyDevonian PropertiesMulti-Family ProjectCase StudyDevonian PropertiesCASE STUDY: How Devonian Properties Brought a 40-Unit Multi-Family Build to Market with ACSPhoto: Ashton Construction ServicesCommitted to excellence Devonian Properties...
Meet ACS: Our Commercial Construction Company’s Evolution
About ACSBlogArticleAbout ACSBlogArticleMeet 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
Special ProjectCase Study Wild Life DistillerySpecial ProjectCase StudyWild Life DistilleryCASE STUDY: How Wild Life Distillery Increased Production Capacity Tenfold with ACSPhoto: Silckerodt PhotographyDedicated to growth Wild Life Distillery co-founders Keith...
How Fergus & Bix Realized its Dream of Opening in Canmore
Food & Beverage ProjectCase StudyFergus & Bix Restaurant & Beer MarketFood & Beverage ProjectCase StudyFergus & Bix Restaurant & Beer MarketHow Fergus & Bix Realized its Dream of Opening a Canmore Restaurant with ACSSeeking an experienced...
How Rocky Mountain Soap Co Completes 100% of Construction Projects
Retail ProjectCase StudyRocky Mountain Soap Co.Retail ProjectCase StudyRocky 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 Mountain Soap Co has...