STEVE ASHER
Founder
In 1977 Steve Asher had a vision. That vision was to create customized homes in the Rogue Valley which would truly reflect the distinct qualities and personality of the individuals and families living in them. To design totally unique, highly individualized, private residences, elegant estates, exclusive sanctuaries or luxury home communities that would afford home owners a secure and enjoyable environment in which to live. The vision was to provide customers with a solid value on their most important investment; their home!
Steve Ashers continuing commitment to the home building process is also evidenced by his dedication to the industry itself. He served as president of the Jackson County Home Builders Association for an unprecedented 3 years in a row. His commitment did not stop at the local level, however, he continues to be extremely active on both the state and national levels as evidenced by his Presidency of the Oregon Building Industry Association in 1999 and his currently held positions both as Director on the National Association of Home Builders Board and a trustee for the Foundation for Oregon’s Housing Future.
Built On Trust – Over 40 Years of History in the Rogue Valley
DUSTIN BROWN
Owner
Construction is in his blood, as well as a passion for building energy efficient homes. Dustin is a second-generation home builder who grew up in Southern Oregon with over 18 year of home building experience. Throughout his years in the construction industry, his building philosophy has focused on honesty, accuracy, quality, and accountability. His professional career started with working in Arizona for a Fortune 200 production builder, where he honed his skills in creating efficiency in the construction process as well as providing high quality customer service. After building in the desert, he returned to Southern Oregon to build numerous new energy-efficient custom homes and high end remodels around the Valley. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from San Diego State University.
His personal and professional interest in green building is something that has driven him throughout his career. Working with the Energy Trust of Oregon and attending building seminars throughout the country has allowed him to further his knowledge in building science, solar energy, building envelops, and home automation in an ever-changing industry.
Dustin enjoys many of the outdoor activities that Southern Oregon has to offer. You may find him up at Mt Ashland skiing, playing beach volleyball, or at one of the numerous parks in the Ashland area with his two young girls and wife.
Our Team has over 75 Years of Experience & Expertise
Meet The Team
JESSICA
Office Manager
Jessica brings over a decade of experience in accounting, office management, and client support across both the construction and medical industries. With a degree in Business Management and a strong background in finance and operations, she keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes. Her experience in fast-paced healthcare settings sharpened her communication and multitasking skills—traits she now uses daily to support our team and clients. Jessica is known for her attention to detail, positive attitude, and commitment to getting things right the first time.
DARLA
Accountant
For over 30 years, Darla has specialized in the financial side of construction—bringing together meticulous accounting, real-world jobsite understanding, and a service-first mindset. She oversees day-to-day bookkeeping, payables and receivables, draw schedules, and client billing, ensuring every dollar is tracked and every question is answered. Darla is a trusted point of contact for homeowners and trade partners alike; her clear communication and dependable follow-through help keep schedules tight and budgets transparent. A cornerstone of our Build on Trust approach, Darla is as committed to people as she is to the numbers. Away from work, she’s happiest spending time with her grandkids.
TAYLOR
Project Manager
Taylor Cropper serves as a Project Manager, combining a background in marketing and manufacturing with years of remodeling experience to guide projects from pre-construction through final walkthrough. A Southern Oregon local, Taylor’s deep community roots inform his dedication to client satisfaction and his collaborative approach. He enjoys working with clients to transform their spaces into functional, efficient, and beautiful environments. Taylor excels at translating design intent into buildable solutions, coordinating trades, and resolving issues early to protect timelines and budgets. Clients appreciate his steady communication and genuine care for the homeowner experience.
Outside the job site, Taylor enjoys running and hiking on the many scenic trails in the area and spending quality time with his wife and five children. As a proud Southern Oregon local, he values raising his family in the same community where he builds lasting spaces for others.
NOAH
Project Manager
Meet Noah Gephart, one of our highly experienced Construction Project Managers who is passionate about creating high-quality homes and remodels with an efficient approach. With a career spanning 25 years in the construction industry along the west coast, Noah brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Noah focuses on building a strong relationship beyond the building process when working with clients. He understands the importance of clear communication with actively involving clients in every step of the project. Noah listens to our client’s needs and desires, which ensures that the final result surpasses the client’s expectations turning their dreams into reality. Noah aims to make each project as efficient as possible, ensuring timely completion with high-quality craftsmanship.
Noah’s passion for creating custom homes and remodels led him to relocate to the beautiful Rogue Valley in 2016. He loves the abundant outdoor activities that Southern Oregon offers, which further fuels his creativity and inspiration.
SAMANTHA
Project Manager
Samantha earned a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Kettering University. She spent 17years in the manufacturing sector, zigzagging across the Eastern U.S., working for fortune 500 companies like General Motors and Unilever. In 2015 she came to the Rogue Valley via Amy’s Kitchen.
Samantha has always had a personal passion for building and construction. From roofing to drywall to laying brick she got a lot of experience helping remodel her child home. As an adult she did significant remodels on four of her own homes. In 2018 she designed and started building her own Tiny House, so she made a career change into the construction industry. Where she utilizes her project management and engineering background to help keep projects on track and create mitigation plans as issues arise.
Samantha is passionate about sustainable living and circular economies. She likes to stay up to date on green building technologies and looks for ways to reduce construction waste.
When she’s not working Samantha loves the outdoors, extreme sports, jigsaw puzzles, supporting small businesses, and spending time with her Great Dane and partner Dave.
Full Service Design-Build Specialists
KYLE ASHER
Systems Manager
A Rogue Valley local, Kyle Asher has grown up with Asher Homes as one of Steves sons. With a passion for electronics and computers from a young age, Kyle helps out Asher Homes mostly on the backend, with the different computer systems, online presence, design and marketing, plus some day to day tasks. With an additional focus on photography and videography, Kyle helps fill in many different aspects of Asher Homes.
Outside of the company, Kyle can be found not only photographing across the valley, but also dancing away to live music.
