Past Modular Advantage Articles
Inside Boutique Modern’s Mission to Make First Homes Affordable and Efficient in The U.K.
The U.K.-based firm has been in business for 12 years, manufacturing houses for both private clients and local government, with a large chunk of its business coming from “affordable” and social housing. Working in a 32,000 square-foot factory in Newhaven, Sussex, Boutique Modern is changing decades-old thinking about constructing houses, all through the use of modular.
Read MoreBoulderMOD: Producing Affordable Modular Homes While Training the Workforce of the Future
Colorado has been hit with a double whammy—a decline in the number of skilled construction workers and an increased need for affordable housing. BoulderMOD, a partnership among the city of Boulder, Flatirons Habitat for Humanity, and Boulder Valley School District, is tackling both problems and helping others do the same.
Read MoreGuerdon: Seeking the ‘Holy Grail’ of Modular Construction
Guerdon, a modular manufacturer in Boise, Idaho, recently won what Laurence (Lad) Dawson, CEO and Managing Partner, describes as the ‘holy grail’ for a modular manufacturer. The RFP calls for a pipeline of six projects, totaling approximately 570
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State of Modular in 2025: Facing Reality
The critical and urgent reality is that the modular industry needs to open the doors to collaboration across all sectors. The sooner we stare down these challenges, the sooner we can welcome a new reality where modular is the dominant way to deliver housing for better performance, quality and all at a lower cost.
Read MoreModular Multifamily Housing as a Scalable Solution to the Housing Crisis
GreenStaxx provides a real-world, scalable solution through its standardized library of modular-ready multifamily designs and its innovative triple-decker model. Together, these offerings address the industry’s two greatest needs: efficiency and adaptability. By focusing on quality, repeatability, and collaboration, GreenStaxx is helping move modular construction from niche to mainstream and offering a practical path toward solving the housing shortage.
Read MoreSealed for Success: The Role of Waterproofing in Modular Construction
Water is one of the biggest threats to any building, causing structural damage, mold growth, and costly repairs if not properly managed. Waterproofing is the first line of defense, ensuring durability and long-term performance. As construction methods evolve, so do waterproofing solutions – moving beyond traditional coatings to advanced, factory-ready systems.
Read MoreFrom Volume to Velocity: Scaling Multi-Family Projects Without Losing Control
When projects grow too fast without the right systems, factories run into problems. They miss deadlines, crews burn out, and quality drops. Instead of steady progress, chaos takes over. Things slow down, even with more units going through. That’s because building more isn’t enough—you also need to build smarter. That means shifting focus from volume to velocity.
Read MoreThe Missing Link in Modular: Developer Relevance & Messaging
Many affordable housing developers have looked at modular. Maybe even tried it. And it’s complicated. And here’s the truth: It not anybody’s fault. The problem isn’t the fabricator, architect or GC. It’s everything that happens between them. That’s where modular breaks down. And that’s where a Rooms as a Product approach changes the game.
Read MoreUnlocking NYC’s Housing Potential: Scaling Modular Construction for Affordable Living
New York City stands at a pivotal moment in its housing history. With over 60,000 individuals in city-funded shelters and soaring construction costs, the city faces a housing shortfall that threatens both its economic competitiveness and social equity. Traditional building methods are proving too slow and expensive to meet demand, but a viable alternative already exists.
Read MoreHousing in the EU: What’s Next for Modular and Offsite?
According to EUROSTAT, the EU averages for housing types in cities is around 70% of people live in apartments and 30% live in houses. The suburbs and towns have around 40% living in apartments and 60% living in houses. Without exception, the modular building industry can provide new build solutions for all of these requirements.
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