2025 FMB London Master Builder Awards
Meet the 2025 FMB London winners
C1 Construction & Development Services Ltd, Large Renovation Project
C1 Construction transformed this 1960s house into a 4000 square foot contemporary home, overcoming planning challenges through proactive engagement with the neighbours. Key features include the Estonian Thermo Ash cladding, Finnish linear bricks, polished concrete floors, and a bespoke atrium. The project prioritised sustainability with a Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system and solar glass, despite budget constraints. Client Colin praised C1's communication, resourcefulness, and ability to deliver a ‘dream home’. The project's modern, bold design, distinct from the area's architecture, makes it a unique and future-proof renovation and a lovely sight to behold!
Extendout Design and Build Ltd, Sustainable Building Award
The Extendout team delivered an energy efficient retrofit throughout this Victorian home in South London, whilst adding valuable living space with a side-return extension. The bar was set high by their client, who at the time worked as an Energy and Carbon Manager within the City of London Corporation.
An air source heat pump provides a renewable source of electricity, with triple-glazed windows, internal wood fibre insulation, breathable lime plaster and a Mechanical Extraction Ventilation (MEV) to keep the heat in and prevent damp. Judges praised this ‘real upgrade in sustainability’.
Home Republic Limited, Medium Renovation Project
Home Republic has created a stunning 55-square-metre rear extension that seamlessly blends innovation, style, and functionality. Featuring a bespoke modern roof structure with architectural zinc and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass panels, the design establishes a flawless connection between home and garden. Despite technical challenges, the team’s expertise ensured a flawless execution.
The client was thrilled with the craftsmanship, integrity, and professionalism, exceeding their expectations. Delighted to be living in their dream home, they have no hesitation in entrusting Home Republic with the next phase of their project. This remarkable extension truly delivers a ‘wow’ factor with its striking architectural presence.
Home Republic Limited, Small Renovation Project
The Home Republic team transformed and redeveloped an existing basement into a luxurious, boutique-hotel-inspired bar and relaxation space. Its detailed, patterned ceiling is a standout feature, adding a sense of luxury and sophistication that required skilled craftsmanship and careful installation. Other impressive elements include an integrated bar area, varied seating options to cater for different group sizes, eclectic design features, high-quality finishes and integrated technology to provide entertainment. The client praised the team’s diligence and hard work to deliver a luxurious space while adhering to a strict budget.
Home Republic Limited, Bathroom Project
This bathroom project transformed a pitched roof space into a luxurious, light-filled retreat. The primary objective was maximising natural light and optimising the challenging space. Two skylights flood the room, enhancing the high-quality finishes and neutral palette. A freestanding bathtub, spacious shower, and double vanity were seamlessly integrated, showcasing clever space utilisation. Challenges, like integrating smart home technology, were overcome through meticulous coordination. Client relationships were prioritised with proactive communication, dedicated channels, and transparent processes. The project's blend of functionality, high-end materials, and attention to detail, coupled with glowing client testimonials, makes it a worthy award winner.
Home Republic Limited, Business of the Year
Over the past two years, Home Republic have shifted up a gear, bringing about a strategic change towards managing multiple large-scale projects across London and developing a new design service. All of which they’ve done whilst keeping quality and their clients at the heart of what they do – 'not just creating houses, but building lives'. To enable this, they have streamlined their approach to productivity by developing an app to track surplus material across sites and used tech to track and plan their workforce. They have a dedication to sustainability and invest in staff through training and a culture based on respect and reward.
Andrii Hashchyn of Home Republic Limited, Outstanding Builder of the Year
Andrii Hashchyn's journey with Home Republic Limited exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding tradesperson. Andrii a Ukrainian-born builder who arrived in the UK just six years ago with no English and no formal qualifications, Over the last six years Andrii has mastered the trade, progressed to a team leader, then a site manager and is now a contracts manager for high-end residential projects across London. Andrii’s colleagues and clients have praised his leadership, collaborative, spirit and commitment to excellence. His passion for sustainability and equality perfectly embodies the values Home Republic Limited strive for.
The judges mentioned how his commitment to quality and community engagement allows him to be a positive change within the construction industry.
Kisiel Ltd, Housebuilder Award
The Kisiel team delivered outstanding ‘build to rent’ apartments despite facing many project challenges. A key feature of the buildings is the unusual shape of the roof. Originally planned to be made from brick slips, alternatives were looked at to create a more durable and sustainable design. Solar panels were installed to generate sufficient electricity to power all the lighting and electrical needs in the communal areas, allowing the buildings to have a reduced carbon footprint. During construction, Construction Minister, Lee Rowley MP visited the site to have conversations with the team and praised ‘this fantastic building’.
Jenni Allan of McLoughlin Decorating Limited, Apprentice of the Year
Jenni, a fourth-year Quantity Surveyor apprentice, demonstrates exceptional commitment with full attendance and a projected first-class honours degree. She applies her learning to complex projects effectively, managing change control processes throughout. Jenni displays extraordinary character by tackling challenging projects, such as one taking place at the German Embassy, negotiating additional costs whilst ensuring timely completion. She supports her team and clients, fostering successful outcomes. Handling 14 projects worth a combined £4 million, she now works as a fully qualified QS, mentoring new apprentices. Her dedication and success have inspired the company to expand its apprenticeship program. Jenni also actively participates in charity initiatives.
Nuway Site Management Limited, Commercial or Public Sector Project
The Neway team were tasked with a comprehensive renovation of their music industry client’s office space. The objective was to modernise the property and retain key period features, whilst creating a bright welcoming space that could welcome star clients and host receptions. The build involved some impressive figures: 3.5 tonnes of acoustic underlay for soundproofing, 87 custom-cut mirrors and hand painted marble-effect fireplaces. They brought light into the nooks and crannies of a 15-metre hallway with smart electrical planning and a custom-ordered magnetic light design. The client praised Neway’s forward-thinking approach to technology and collaboration with specialist trades.
Pencil and Brick Ltd, Kitchen Project
Pencil and Brick Ltd. designed a stunning kitchen in London, transforming the space into a functional, cohesive, and inviting hub for everyday living and entertaining.
The primary goal was to reconfigure the layout, optimising space, improving accessibility, and seamlessly connecting the interior with the exterior. Through bespoke craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and unique features, the home now exudes both character and functionality.
Despite challenges, the teams’ commitment and attention to detail ensured every element met the clients’ high standards. Exceptional communication minimised disruptions, leaving the clients beyond delighted with the final result.
Meet the 2025 London judges
Astrid Arnold
Astrid Arnold
Astrid Arnold is a carpenter with 25 years of experience in the trade and runs TouchWood South West, a female-led carpentry and joinery company. As well as providing carpentry services, her company teaches carpentry and DIY courses for women, including working with schools and the community, supporting vulnerable women through teaching practical construction skills.
Astrid was the first female tradesperson to win the Screwfix Top Tradesperson Award in 2023.
She is an advocate for addressing the gender imbalance in the industry and her vision is a world where it is the norm and not the exception for women to be working in construction. It is on Astrid's bucket list to set up a building college for women to work towards that vision.
Peter Keates
Peter Keates
Peter Keates' career in Public Service Building Control started in 1986 as a Building Control Technician at Spelthorne Borough Council. Peter relocated to Bedfordshire in 1988 and held a number of roles at Mid Bedfordshire District Council including Building Control Surveyor, Senior Building Control Surveyor and Building Control Manager. Following the formation of Central Bedfordshire Council as a Unitary Authority in 2009 Peter’s held a number of senior roles as Head of Service and his services included Building Control, Development Management, Planning Enforcement, Minerals & Waste Planning, Flood Risk and Albion Archaeology.
Peter is recognised as a commercially focussed individual who is an adaptable, pragmatic, collaborative leader with a passion for Public Service Building Control. His key strengths are his determination to succeed and his ability to support individuals to help them achieve to be the best they can be in a team environment. Aside from developing and managing a successful, award winning local authority building control team, Peter has led and supported change and improvements for a number of other local authority service areas.
Since joining LABC at the start of February 2022 Peter has taken on responsibility for communication, engagement, member support and HR. He is collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders and LABC members to support public service building control with the challenges they face now and in the future. Peter is a Director of the LABC Board.
Richard Hibbert
Richard Hibbert
Richard Hibbert is the current Managing Director of KSL Kitchens, Bedrooms and Bathrooms in Sudbury, Suffolk and KBSA National chair with 21 years industry experience. Richard is a trained chef and uses this experience in his designs today. A regular writer for trade and retail KBB magazines, national design awards judge, as well as a business consultant for the KBB industry.
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