The world is changing, and we need to keep up! As the AEC industry is finding its “new normal,” industrialized construction (IC) is the way to go.
Multifamily developers who plan to build affordable housing will notice that the traditional build is too slow and unreliable right now.
Imagine building without having to rely on the less-than-adequate tradesman to cut and install fittings at the jobsite, only to find out that it’s faulty—and repeating the process all over again with new material—modular and prefabricated construction can increase quality and efficiency for your next project.
There are many different types of panel, with three main types:1
Now you might be wondering if other components—like floors, roofs, and even elevator—can be fabricated in the same method as the Bathroom Pods and the answer is YES.
Here are a few of the most common components that can be assembled offsite:
At a modular factory assembly line
We at BASE4 have mastered the art and science of industrialized architecture–or DfMA. But more importantly, we realize the need for education. We aim to educate our industry for us to collectively reach the maximum potential and keep building better.
If you’re looking for ways to rethink construction, I invite you to reach out with your ideas and questions.