Past Modular Advantage Articles
Modular vs. Prefab: What’s the Difference?
Although the terms ‘modular’ and ‘prefab’ are sometimes used interchangeably, it’s helpful — and sometimes necessary — to draw a distinction between them.
Read MoreModular Commercial Buildings: Greener and Faster
Find out why modular construction is greener and faster than conventional construction.
Read MoreThe (Surprisingly Long) History of Modular Construction
How long has modular construction been around? You may be surprised to find out!
Read MoreLooking Back at World of Modular 2020
Featuring 50+ speakers and over 130 exhibits, World of Modular 2020 was a fantastic success.
Read MoreUrban Areas Paving the Way for Modular Construction to Address Housing Needs
Without enough skilled labor, homes are more expensive to build and they can’t get built quickly enough — ultimately pushing up rental costs. There is good news, though. Two cities — Chicago and Salt Lake City — are removing obstacles so modular construction can do more to help address their housing shortages.
Read MoreThinking About the Small One-Off Modular Process
Small one-off projects take advantage of many of the same benefits as a large scale project but with the added benefit of customization for each client or situation, similar to traditional stick frame construction.
Read MoreModular Bathroom Case Study: Holiday Inn, Dublin Airport
Roman was contracted to supply showers, anti-slip solid surface shower trays, and integrated vanity units for the prestigious IHG Dublin Airport Holiday Inn.
Read MoreWhy Modular? Lessons Learned Through Modular Design
Gary Badge, managing partner at FK Architecture, explains how his firm added modular design to their portfolio and describes lessons learned.
Read MoreMayfair: A Modular Case Study
The Mayfair development in El Cerrito, CA brings 223 new affordable modular housing units to a long-neglected neighborhood.
Read MoreMaximizing Modular Fabrication
When working toward a successful modular project, it is ideal to have experienced architecture, engineering, and contractor team members.
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