What should be your next build design project? Modular is gaining momentum and here's why. Traditional construction Foundations are laid, walls are built, roofs are added and then the interior of the building begins to be created. Finally, before being handed over to the customer, the snag-list is drawn up and tackled – all those small issues and tasks that need addressing. Then, and only then, is the building officially complete.
Modular construction As the foundations are being laid on site, construction of the building is already taking place in a factory by skilled craftspeople, including interior and exterior finishes, electrics, plumbing, and flooring. Before the building is delivered to the site, the snag-list is completed at the factory. The building is then transported, fixed in place and the keys handed over. Time: On average, a modular building is constructed 50% quicker than one using the traditional method, resulting in an earlier return on investment. Budget: Modular buildings can be more affordable than site-built buildings. Shorter build time tends to mean significant cost savings. Also, there are no dead spots in the process of waiting for materials. Weather: As the major parts of construction are carried out in a factory, modular builds don’t run the risk of being rained off. Vandalism too is far less of a problem. Health, safety, and quality: Factory conditions allow for far greater control and improvement of all three compared with the traditional building site. Environmentally friendly: Modular builds are more energy-efficient, create less waste and increase the use of sustainable materials. There is also a reduction in the carbon footprint of the build as fewer people are traveling to and from the site. Community friendly: Traditional builds traditionally create more noise, traffic, mess, and disruption. Affordable living: Once completed, modular buildings cost less to live in – they’re cheaper to heat and maintain, eg no repainting or surface repairs required. Adaptable: Modular buildings can be easily expanded, relocated, or reused. Access: As they come ready to put in place, modular construction requires careful consideration to be given to access for delivery, not just the site itself but approaching roads. Change: Traditional building methods allow for late changes in design to be made, whereas modular construction is less likely to be able to factor this in and requires client sign-off far earlier. Rigorous planning: The logistics of individual module assembly demands far more rigorous planning to ensure a project goes smoothly.
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Author Spotlight: Gian Moore is a partner at Mellowpine, a leading home, and DIY brand. Gian is a master DIY'er, interior designer, and home improvement expert. Previous media mentions include The Zebra, Bustle, businessnewsdaily, and moneycrashers among many others.
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