YOUR FMB FINISHING TOUCH
We ask FMB members five quick-fire questions to gain a glimpse into the diverse world of Master Builders FIVE IN FIVE
Jordan Ali
Denym Stone
4 What’s your dream project? JA: An architecturally significant Victorian property, and performing urally an property,
Jordan Ali, Director of JA Lofts in Bromley Denym Stone, Joiner at True Build Ltd in Edinburgh 1 What can’t you do without in your toolbox? Jordan Ali: My portable speaker. Music is a great tool to keep the energy and the mood high on site. When we’re driving the tempo with some high-energy tracks, the work flows better, everyone’s focused, and we’re all motivated. It’s technically not a tool, but for team morale and productivity, it’s vital.
architectural archaeology on the roof. We’d peel back the layers to rediscover the original structural details, then use l traditional joinery to create an authentic y to i
loft space with reclaimed and original materials – preserving the property’s soul and style. DS: I’d buy land close to Edinburgh but far enough away to have no neighbours. I’d build a tall house with big rooms, stone outside, modern inside with gadgets like an Alexa system. I want to live with loads of dogs, let them run free and enjoy the quiet.
3 What’s the best compliment you have received from a client or colleague?
electric, and it brings unified energy to the team. It helps keep us all in great spirits and focused throughout the day. DS: My go-to radio station is Kiss Today. I like it because it just plays 90s music. My DS Kis it j favourite track is Slide Away by Oasis. I even got to see them at the reunion gig at Murrayfield – best night of my life. fav Oa ele en ke foc
JA: Without a doubt, when a client says they miss the team once the work is finished. It validates all the effort we put into being professional, personable, and friendly on site, and speaks to our core value of great communication. It shows we built a positive relationship. And let’s be honest, getting a client to miss a construction team is quite an achievement. DS: I wouldn’t say comments, more facial expressions – like someone smiling when they see a finished job. It makes you feel cool and motivates you to do more. m
Denym Stone: Simple. My tape measure. Because you never know when you’re going to need to measure something. 2 What’s your go- to radio station or favourite on-site song that gets everyone singing? JA: I love to put on a live DJ set on Soundcloud or Select. There’s nothing better than dance music with uplifting beats. The site atmosphere is
5 If you weren’t a builder or in construction, what would you do? JA: I’d be a pilot. I love to travel and I’m fascinated by the engineering of planes. DS: I’d be an MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter. I train in boxing and wrestling, but my preferred martial art is jiu-jitsu. I’ve been doing it for a couple of years, though balancing work and training is tough.
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