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Power Construction’s work on a 16 th century cottage
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High-powered site visit FMB Central Director Nicola de Sousa recently visited FMB member Power original timber frame into a spacious open-plan kitchen.
make me wonder about the potential contenders for the Master Builder Awards in 2025. “To all our members, we would love to hear about your interesting and unique projects. Every
The plan to integrate a kitchen worktop around the cottage's original timber posts and bracing exemplifies Rob and his team’s can-do attitude and attention to detail. “I'm eager to see the finished product, which I'm sure
Construction, where she met with Managing Director Rob Boulton, who has close to two decades of experience in construction. A standout moment of the visit was the tour of Rob’s newly constructed home: a 16 th century timber-framed and thatched- roof cottage in Little Canfield, Essex. This extension, clad entirely in cedar, including its pitched roof, beautifully marries the old cottage with the new extension through structural modifications to transform the
project has a story, and each one contributes to the rich tapestry of our federation. Let's celebrate and learn from each other's successes and innovations.”
Rob Boulton and two of his team from Power Construction
will delight Rob's clients,” De Sousa says. “It's projects like these that
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your industry standing. We're set for an
If you're from the eastern side of the country or anywhere within our region and are passionate about making a difference, I’d like to hear from you. Consider this an opportunity to be a part of something bigger, to contribute to the industry and to bring fresh perspectives to our discussions. For those with leadership aspirations, it's a chance to shine and elevate
Join the journey A message from FMB
engaging board meeting at the FMB head office in London on 13 December. It will be an afternoon of collaborative thought. If the idea of joining our board excites you or if you'd like to experience a meeting as a guest, please contact me using the details on the bottom of the next page. Let's sculpt the future of the FMB Central Area Board together.
for the industry, and their dedication to the FMB. Our board has a mix of voices, but we recognise the need for more representation – especially from those in the east of our region. So we're extending an open invitation to members who are interested in joining the board.
Central Director Nicola de Sousa: Stepping into
the role of Regional Director, I've had the
pleasure of meeting each board member individually over the last couple of months. This has given me a unique insight into their businesses, their passion
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