LATEST NEWS November 2024
Prefabricated construction firm Alt.Form has brought its modular kit-of-parts building system to Melbourne, aimed at reducing construction times by up to 45 percent. Through a collaboration with SRH Architecture and Highline Living, Alt.Form will assemble dual townhouses in Ormond, priced from $2.5 million each. The project follows the company’s initial prototype in New... READ MORE
Partner content Brett Smith, Founder, Qld Steel House Frames. Qld Steel House Frames was founded by Brett Smith to address the growing need for higher-quality building materials in the Australian construction industry. As a carpenter with firsthand knowledge of the obstacles faced by builders, Brett identified a market gap. His vision was to... READ MORE
Two Australian modular builders, Oly Homes and PIQUE, have achieved recognition at recent industry awards for their contributions to modular construction. Through projects that emphasise design quality, energy efficiency, and innovative use of materials, both companies have demonstrated the adaptability of modular construction in meeting contemporary housing demands. (main pic: Oly Homes’ affordable... READ MORE
LG Electronics has officially launched its Smart Cottage, a modular home combining artificial intelligence (AI) technology with advanced HVAC systems. Starting today, the Smart Cottage is available for purchase through LG’s dedicated website, with options for both individual consumers (B2C) and corporate clients (B2B) seeking a secondary residence in suburban or rural settings.... READ MORE
Spacecube’s modular systems, which have already earned a solid reputation across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Europe, are extending their application to new outdoor brand activations through a strategic partnership with DisplayWise. This collaboration comes as modular solutions gain traction within the construction and event industries, meeting growing demand for sustainable... READ MORE
Microsoft’s latest construction venture in Virginia, USA, introduces a hybrid timber datacentre, designed to reduce embodied carbon by up to 65 percent compared to conventional concrete. This pilot project integrates cross-laminated timber (CLT) with steel and concrete, creating a mixed material framework that aims to replace traditional steel and concrete components in high-demand... READ MORE
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