About Federation of Master Builders
UK's largest trade association, championing continuous improvement in building standards for over 75 years
When it comes to building quality, you deserve better. That's why for over 75 years, the not-for-profit Federation of Master Builders has championed continuous improvement in building standards.
- The FMB goes beyond simple checks and ratings. Instead, we independently inspect and vet our members to provide credible proof of their quality.
- And we go further to provide ongoing training, contracts and warranty protection for the work. So whether you're a Master Builder or a client dreaming of a masterpiece, you're assured of a better experience.
- Because building better means building trust. So as a member you know your business will be supported and promoted. And as a homeowner you will know you're working with the right people.
- Look for the sign you can trust and make your building experience better.
Here is a list of articles written by FMB on Designing Buildings Wiki:
IHBC NewsBlog
Lady Grange’s House repaired on St Kilda
National Trust for Scotland repairs stone cleit with link to famous island resident
Griff Rhys Jones on BBC Radio 4 Today programme
The Victorian Society’s President unveiled its latest Top Ten Endangered Buildings 2026.
Need a MATE? Book your place now.
IHBC offers free webinars on applying for IHBC accreditation (Full & Associate).
UK Stained Glass Repository finds windows new homes
How are stained glass windows are rescued, stored and repurposed?
APPGEBE report sets high aims for quality
'Government must not sacrifice quality in drive to build 1.5m homes'
New measures protect Historic Shipwrecks from heritage crime
Underwater cultural heritage benefits from new HE guidance
How could the City of London skyline look in 6 years' time?
Visualisation shows approved planning applications as completed buildings
National Trust for Scotland calls for VAT cuts
Heritage neglect is encouraged by current policies
IHBC's 'Context' Issue 186 features Industrial Heritage
IHBC's members' journal reports on the challenges of conserving infrastructure
Book now for IHBC Annual School 2026
IHBC Annual School is taking place 18-20 June 2026 in Newcastle
RICHeS Research Infrastructure offers ‘Full Access Fund Call’
RICHeS offers a ‘Help’ webinar on 11 March
Latest IHBC Issue of Context features Roofing
Articles range from slate to pitched roofs, and carbon impact to solar generation to roofscapes
Three reasons not to demolish Edinburgh’s Argyle House
Should 'Edinburgh's ugliest building' be saved?
IHBC’s 2025 Parliamentary Briefing...from Crafts in Crisis to Rubbish Retrofit
IHBC launches research-led ‘5 Commitments to Help Heritage Skills in Conservation’
How RDSAP 10.2 impacts EPC assessments in traditional buildings
Energy performance certificates (EPCs) tell us how energy efficient our buildings are, but the way these certificates are generated has changed.



















