Modular housing catalogue developed by Canadian government to be available by the end of 2024.
The momentum for implementing government-led modular housing catalogues is gaining international traction. In response to Canada's current housing crisis, reminiscent of challenges faced post-World War II, the Canadian government plans to introduce a catalogue of pre-approved modular home designs. (main... READ MORE
3D printed D.fab admixtures method cuts CO2 emissions ‘by half’ in Copenhagen building project.
In Copenhagen, a development that’s being promoted as ‘sustainable architecture’ has been achieved with the completion of the city's first 3D printed building made from low CO2 concrete. Spanning 72 m2, the community building, a venture by Copenhangen-based AKF in... READ MORE
Venture First and TYP64 secure purchase of light gauge steel roll forming equipment manufacturer Scottsdale Construction Systems.
The recent acquisition of Scottsdale Construction Systems, an Australian company specialising in light gauge steel frame and truss manufacturing technology, by Venture First and TYP64 is positioning them for global expansion, particularly in the U.S. and EU markets. Announced in... READ MORE
Volumetric modular housing from China forms parts of Kāinga Ora’s strategy to address housing shortage.
In response to the growing housing demand in Hamilton, New Zealand, Kāinga Ora (New Zealand’s public housing agency) is accelerating its public housing programme by importing 76 volumetric modular housing units from China, set to be installed throughout the city.... READ MORE
Housing minister: failures of modular construction companies “not unexpected”.
The UK Government's inquiry into the issues that modern methods of construction (MMC) is facing continued on December 12, and this week, the UK’s new Housing Minister, Lee Rowley was questioned. (main pic: Ilke Homes’ former manufacturing plant.) Lee downplayed... READ MORE
Homeowners and modular builders to benefit from Bankwest's revised banking terms.
Financing modular builds in Australia has always been problematic. However, Bankwest's announcement last week is set to make modular buildings more accessible to homeowners. The changes will add an additional 'accelerant' and further boost the growing recognition and popularity of... READ MORE
Over 750 precast concrete elements by Euro Precast used in constructing Queensland's architectural landmark.
Burleigh Heads in Queensland is the location of a new joint initiative between hospitality group Accor and Vitale Property Group. When completed, Mondrian Gold Coast will be a blend of hospitality and residential living, featuring 83 residential apartments and a... READ MORE
UK housing developer informs government inquiry that Category 1 modular housing is too expensive due to modular builders' start-up costs.
One of the UK's largest developers within the housing association sector has stated that they are not commissioning Category 1 modular homes, citing unworkable costs, which could be up to 50% higher than those of traditional projects. Katie Gilmartin, head... READ MORE
Competition launched by Kingspan to further the designs of modular microhomes.
Kingspan, in collaboration with Buildner (an organisation that hosts architectural competitions), has launched the latest edition of the MICROHOME architecture competition, this time with a €150,000 (AUD $245,000) prize pool. The MICROHOME Kingspan Edition is focussing on small-scale, modular-built, eco-friendly... READ MORE
Flaws in RAAC and schools built by Caledonian Modular trigger widespread rebuilds of British schools.
In a recent development, the UK Department for Education (DfE) has confirmed that three schools constructed by the now-defunct offsite specialist contractor, Caledonian Modular, are scheduled for demolition over structural integrity concerns. (main pic: Haygrove School, Somerset, set to be... READ MORE
