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The Case for Modular Design
Modular design is gaining momentum in the built environment as an approach to Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). The housing crisis and climate crisis are two significant factors that are accelerating off-site manufacturing of modular components. Before you jump on the bandwagon, it’s important to understand the pros and cons – as well […]
55 Ways to Power a More Sustainable Built Environment
[…] concrete and steel. 12. Low-carbon concrete and Portland Cement alternatives with reduced clinker content. 13. Recycled and upcycled materials (steel, glass, plastics) for structural and interior applications. 14. Modular construction and prefabrication reducing waste and energy use in manufacturing. 15. Carbon-negative building materials such as hempcrete and bio-based composites. 16. 3D-printed sustainable buildings and components […]
Navigating the Housing Crisis
[…] is another key strategy in addressing the housing crisis, providing speed-to-market solutions for built-to-rent and diverse housing options. By leveraging various regeneration approaches—including conversions, adaptive reuse and modular construction for rapid deployment—we can collectively create sustainable, high social-impact solutions faster. Conversion: Converting existing buildings into supportive and affordable units can significantly reduce construction time, […]
The New Value of Student Housing
[…] residential design. This has led to hybrid amenity models where traditionally academic features like study nooks and project rooms coexist with hospitality-inspired spaces that encourage social engagement. Modular construction remains a potential solution to rising costs and tight timelines—but with caution. Lessons from earlier projects—such as importing modular units with misaligned fixture standards or […]
Designing for the Global Supply Chain
[…] which is appealing to developers. Douglas Lang, Vice President This topic is near to my heart as NORR’s industrial research and development team is currently studying a modular prototype for urban fulfillment nodes based on brownfield and infill sites that decrease the length of the supply chain, and places fulfillment solutions closer to the […]