.png){kind=logo}
ABOUT US
ANCHORAGE'S PREMIER CUSTOM HOME BUILDER
Get to know the people behind your home
Navigating the home building process can be an intimidating task but knowing your builder can ease the process and make it less overwhelming. At Colony Builders, we have skilled professionals that are here to help you transform your dreams into reality. We have an owner with four decades of construction knowledge, and an experienced team who bring it all together.
BILL TAYLOR
President
Bill Taylor came to Alaska following his wanderlust and ended up becoming a commercial fisherman. As the owner of Colony Builders, Bill first found his love for building and Alaska, when he built his cabin on Kodiak Island in the 70s. In 1980, he founded Colony Builders with the goal of seeing quality construction become a reality under his exacting standards and integrity.
Understanding the need for a strong community, Bill has supported multiple youth sports teams as well as serving on the Anchorage Home Builders Board of Directors as both a long-standing member and as President. Over the years, he has worked side by side with the Anchorage Assembly to change ordinances that helped to cut costs and saved homeowners thousands of dollars.
TAMI TAYLOR
Vice-President, Design Consultant, Realtor
Tami Taylor moved to Alaska in 1981, wanting to partake in the opportunities she had heard only the last frontier could offer. After establishing herself in the banking industry, she decided to alter her course and team up with Bill to grow Colony Builders into the success that it has become.
Moving into real estate she has managed to be one of the top producers in Anchorage for the past 37 years. Combining that with her award-winning design abilities helped complete Colony Builders’ ability to make our clients’ dream homes become realities.
JASON BILLMAN
Project Manager / Superintendent
Jason Billman is an Alaskan through and through. Born in Alaska, Jason grew up in Glenallen where he fostered a love for the outdoors and construction. Growing up, Jason's dad taught him the skill of carpentry. From an early age, Jason loved being around tools and machinery, which cultivated his love for woodworking. During his teenage years, he worked alongside his dad building their family homes in Glenallen, Anchorage and Kona. After graduating high school, Jason began his career in custom home building.
Jason started off his career at Colony Builders as a carpenter in 2009. As a carpenter, he learned that details matter and his attention to detail allowed him to work up the ranks to lead carpenter and eventually to a project manager. As Colony Builders’ project manager, he brings over 20 years of residential construction experience to the team. From managing multiple jobs at once to putting on the bags when needed, we couldn't imagine ColonyBuilders without Jason.
PATRICK TAYLOR
Architect, NCARB
Patrick Taylor is a registered Architect that grew up in Anchorage and has spent his life around Colony Builders. From walking around the jobsites with his parents as a young child, to working as a general laborer during the summers, Patrick has been a part of Colony Builders since he was born. After graduating high school, Patrick attained his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Oregon.
Upon graduating college, Patrick worked at a local Anchorage architectural firm, McCool, Carlson, Green, before moving to Bend, Oregon. While in Bend, he worked for one of Central Oregon's most renowned custom home builders where he eventually worked his way to lead architectural designer. He spent 5 years in Central Oregon, sharpening his design skills and residential construction knowledge, before moving back home to join Colony Builders. Patrick's passion for design is a key part of the Colony Builders’ process.
ANDREW GAINES
Assistant Superintendent
Andrew Gaines was born and raised in North Pole, AK. From a young age, Andrew was always passionate about learning and gaining knowledge. His studious nature led him to construction- where he grew a passion for home building. After working in North Pole, sharpening his construction skills, he moved to Anchorage to further his knowledge in the field. Andrew is passionate about his work and it is reflected in every one of Colony's homes.
NICK RICE
Lead Carpenter
Nick Rice was born and raised in North Pole, AK. His love for the details ultimately led him to construction. After working for a few years in Fairbanks, he moved to Anchorage where he worked for a local remodeler. During that time, he gained admiration for residential home building and the finer aspects of carpentry. When he joined Colony- his passion for wood working only grew. Nicks creativity and problem solving can be seen in every corner of a Colony home.
