Posts by growthzone
From Local to Federal: The Relocatable Sector Can Foresee Regulatory Issues
Daniel Arevalo, Director of Engineering and Legislative Affairs at Mobile Modular, talks about the relocatable buildings sector and the importance of industry advocacy.
Read MoreMaximixing Efficiencies is the Key to Affordable Housing
A look inside the making of The Farm, the brand-new modular housing community in Buena Vista, Colorado.
Read MoreMaximizing Modular Design and Construction to Create Affordable Housing
Volumetric modular design and construction can save time and money and create affordable, healthy housing. However, there are many ways this delivery method can go awry.
Read MoreWhen Value Exceeds Price
When Value Exceeds Price About the Author: Ewelina Woźniak- Szpakiewicz is the CEO at DMD Modular Ltd. Currently serving also a role of the Vice-Chairman of the MBI’s European Council. With a PhD in Technical Sciences, she is part of the Faculty of Architecture at Cracow University of Technology (Poland). Her main focus is attaining…
Read MoreModular Multi-family Case Study: The Graphic
Modular Multi-Family Case Study: The Graphic About the Author: Kendra Halliwell, AIA, LEED-H AP is an Associate Principal, Practice + Design Team Leader, at ICON Architecture, Inc., a women-owned, Boston-based firm with award-winning work focused on innovative, sustainable mixed-use projects. Recently Project Manager for The Graphic, the largest modular construction project in the City of…
Read MoreModular Design: The Process, The Software, The Future
Anthony Gude emphasizes the familiar advice to bring all the key players on a project together early in the design process. “Everyone says this — because it’s true!” Gude says. “Nobody has all the necessary information at the start, especially on innovative or large-scale projects. A conference call with 20 or 30 people giving input at the pre-design stage is not uncommon.
Read MoreAdvantages of Digital Prefabrication for the Modern Construction Industry
Digital prefabrication is the cutting-edge of the modern construction industry revolution.
Read MoreThe Bones of Modular Construction: Benefits and Challenges of 3 Common Building Materials
This article discusses the best uses of wood, steel/aluminum, and concrete in modular construction.
Read MoreRelocatable Buildings vs. Permanent Modular Construction: What’s the Difference?
In this article, we’ll help you understand the differences between permanent modular construction and relocatable buildings.
Read MoreHow Modular Construction Will Give You a Better Return on Investment
In this guide, we’ll show you the many cost savings associated with modular construction and showcase why you’ll get a better return on investment with a modular building.
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