About The Masonry Society
Advancing Masonry. Supporting the People Who Produce, Design, and Build With It.
The Masonry Society (TMS) is a professional community of engineers, architects, builders, educators, manufacturers, and students who share the goal of making masonry design and construction better, safer, and more innovative.
Since 1977, TMS has brought together experts from across the masonry industry to develop trusted standards, publish authoritative design guides, and provide education that shapes real-world practice.
Why TMS Matters
TMS standards are incorporated into building codes, and our design guides are trusted references in professional practice and education.
How We Lead the Industry
What We Do
Every day, TMS volunteers are working on the resources that professionals rely on
How Ideas Become Standards
Industry Experts Collaborate
Engineers, architects, contractors, educators, and more organize to transform real-world experience and research into working drafts.
Committee Consensus
Committees review drafts, discuss proposed changes, and vote to reach agreement.
Masonry Moves Forward
Final documents are used in practice, classrooms, and building codes.
Who TMS Is For
TMS is built for people who care about masonry and want to be part of shaping its future:
Advance your technical expertise and directly influence masonry standards and design practices.
Stay informed on masonry standards and best practices while connecting with the professionals who specify them.
Contribute research and expertise to the development of masonry standards while collaborating with practicing professionals.
Build foundational knowledge, professional connections, and early exposure to real-world masonry standards.
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