As we start preparing ourselves for a well-deserved Christmas break, it’s time to reflect on the year that was 2022. And what a year we’ve had!
We have been incredibly busy, and just like other renovators and builders in Australia, but especially here on the Sunshine Coast, we’ve faced trade shortages and increased material costs. To find qualified and skilled carpenters has proven our greatest challenge but we’re proud to say that we have an amazing team behind us.
If we cast our eyes back just back to 2019, when Kenth, Sussi, Linn and Sanna were sharing an office in the spare room of Kenth’s and Sussi’s home, we’ve come a long way. Our office in Exeter Way now includes the four of us as well as Project Managers Tyler and Callum, Project Administrator Erin as well as our amazing Admin Assistant Camilla. But all the work in the office would not be possible without our amazing trade team that includes our Supervisor Carpenter Matt, Carpenter Ben, Trade Assists Steve and Pali and a 4th year apprentice Ryan. And then there’s of course our large team of subcontractors who keep our jobs moving along. Again, we’ve made some new connections and unfortunately had to say goodbye to some others. It was with great sadness that we said goodbye to our long-time sparkie, Paul Taylor who passed away in August. Paul had been a part of our team from way back when Kenth was working solo and his passing was a great loss to us all.
On a happier note, this year we celebrated Susanne’s 60th birthday and Linn’s 5-year anniversary working for the family business. And both Tyler and Ben walked down the aisle and said ‘I do’ to their respective partners.
This year also saw Kenth and Susanne taking a step back from the business starting their journey towards retirement (but don’t worry, they haven’t quite let go yet and can still be found in the office a couple of days per week!). As we continue working towards Kenth’s and Susanne’s retirement plans, Linn, Sanna, Tyler and Callum will continue to take over the reins as needed.
The team has been very busy not only completed countless bathrooms, kitchens and unit and home renovations for our happy clients. We’ve also attended multiple Master Builders events to keep up-to-date with industry and legislation updates to navigate the ever-changing building and construction industry.
We also pride ourselves on being a workplace that supports women in building and have continued our membership with Awesome Women in Building (AWIC), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing support, resources and networking opportunities to women working across Australia’s construction industry. Linn, Sanna and Sussi have attended numerous of local AWIC events and Linn was one of three finalists in the inaugural AWIC Awards in the Small Business Manager of the Year category. While she didn’t take home the trophy, she has been an integral part in the growth of Nyblad Construction over the past five years.
With the year we’ve had, full of uncertainty due to COVID, supplies shortages and trade shortages, it’s no surprise we and the team are ready for a break! Our last day before our Christmas and New Year break is Friday 16 December 2022.
As for next year, we already have a number of units, homes, bathrooms, ensuites and kitchens booked in and we’ll be ready to start back up again on Monday 9 January 2022. We predict it’s going to be another busy year and we can’t wait to see what our clients have in store for us!
