______________________________________________________________________________________
Thorsen
Construction
good team. We’ ve been pointed in the right direction for a lot of those, so we’ re confident in our team.”
As Thorsen embarks on this growth trajectory, it remains firmly guided by the core principles of integrity and passion that have defined it since day one. Reflecting on the business’ 50th anniversary milestone,
BARKAS
PAINTING LLC 703.881.8659
Painting & Specialty Finishes
Professional interior and exterior painting, drywall repairs, high-gloss finishes, and lime wash.
We specialize in premium paints, including Benjamin Moore, Farrow & Ball, Fine Paints of Europe, Romabio, and Portola Paints.
Proudly serving NW DC, VA, and MD with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Instagram barkas _ painting _ llc
both John and James credit Thorsen’ s culture as the driving force behind its longevity and success.
“ One thing that has always stayed the
same is our culture, in terms of how we treat our clients and view our employees
as family,” James emphasizes.“ We want
the people who come on board with us to be here for life. The fun thing is that we’ ve
developed the type of culture where we all hold each other accountable, no matter our position. We want everyone to feel valuable and able to have a say in the business. It allows us to deliver a seamless, great product in all aspects of the build.”
“ Our company culture is rooted in our shared commitment to excellence, as that’ s what it all boils down to,” John affirms.“ Perfection is impossible to achieve in construction because there are so many variables, but I don’ t know another company that strives for perfection as much as we do. That’ s what sets us apart from others; we think of ourselves as stewards of the built
environment. We treat every home that we build like it’ s our own.”
Looking ahead, John and James have
clear visions for Thorsen’ s next chapter.“ My top priority is delivering the finest product that could possibly be built with the highest
level of hospitality for our clients. We want to take a good look at what our weaknesses
were in 2025 and tackle those to ensure that we’ re delivering finishes and details that are truly unmatched,” James reveals.
“ In five years, I’ d like to see us continue to expand our reach across the Mid-Atlantic, with an established office in South Florida,”
John concludes. For both, the next chapter
looks much like the last- built on the same foundations of quality, care, and an unrelenting commitment to getting it right ■
www
. thorsenconstruction. us
modernhb. com 207