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  • Trends in Modular Construction in San Diego

    Innovative designers do appreciate the efficiencies and flexibility of this building technique. Whether you’re looking for a new family home or a vacation getaway, a prefab home can be built in quick time with no compromise on quality.

    Factory made modular homes have come a long way from flimsy trailer park dwellings. Trend setting architects and builders are using modular building materials to create bold new designs with lots of glass and steel. Prefabricated housing comes in all shapes and styles, from streamlined Bauhaus to undulating organic forms.

    Every shelter should be built to withstand the elements, and engineers are making steady progress in developing storm-ready home designs. In areas were hurricanes are prevalent, more and more builders are relying on insulated wall panels constructed of sturdy concrete.

    Perhaps the most exciting and most important trend is the increased sensitivity to the environment. Architects and engineers taking a new look at ancient building techniques that used simple, bio-degradable materials. Energy efficiency is a guarantee of modern prefab home building, such homes contributing to savings on heating and cooling costs through smart design and use of the latest in materials and appliances.

    Innovative designers do appreciate the efficiencies and flexibility of this building technique. Whether you’re looking for a new family home or a vacation getaway, a prefab home can be built in quick time with no compromise on quality.

    Contact USModular, Inc. for more information on building prefab. We are the modular construction experts in California!

    info@usmodularinc.com

    888-987-6638

  • Facts You Need to Know About Cutting Edge Modular Construction

    Facts You Need to Know About Cutting Edge Modular Construction

    Cutting Edge Modular Construction.  What is this?
    It has many names: Offsite, Modular, Prefab Construction. This practice has seen a kind of renaissance in the last 5 years.  One thing is certain:  this method of construction is cutting edge.

    As part of this renewed interest, the National Institute of Building Sciences, the Modular Building Institute and the Associated General Contractors of America held the first-ever Offsite Construction Expo in Washington, DC, on Sept. 23 and 24. The event, while relatively small, attracted vendors, owners and contractors looking to participate in the growing trend of prefab construction methods.

    Henry Green, president and CEO of NIBS, said during the expo, “There is a lasting impression that needs to be made for modular construction.”

    Modular Construction includes any building methods that take place in a location other than the site of the project, and can range from precast concrete, wall panels, MEP systems, bathroom pods, and permanent modular building.

    Sue Klawans, Gilbane’s director of operations excellence and planning, said during the event, “On major projects, at least 35% should be offsite or prefabricated … The general contractor or construction manager is the primary driver of modular demand.”

    The commercial sector of the construction industry has seen the greatest demand for modular methods, especially in the hospitality, student housing and military segments, according to a 2014 survey conducted by the NIBS Offsite Construction Council.

    Contact USModular, Inc. for more information on cutting edge prefab construction.  We are the experts in California!

    info@usmodularinc.com

    888-987-6638

    Article Credit to:

    http://patch.com/california/oceanside-camppendleton/things-you-need-know-offsite-construction

  • Southern California’s Largest Mixed Use Modular Project

    Southern California’s Largest Mixed Use Modular Project

    Valencia Grove, a multifamily mixed use community at the corner of Orange Street and Lugonia Avenue in Redlands, CA was built more than 70 years ago. The entire community is currently undergoing a major revitalization. For this multifamily mixed use project, the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB) is partnering with its affiliate non-profit developer, Housing Partners, Inc. (HPI), in an effort to move away from the traditional public housing model towards a multifamily mixed use housing community. The site plan for the revitalization of Valencia Grove in North Redlands includes three parks/playgrounds and a multi-use community center. Construction and financing costs are lower, the project permitting and construction was faster, so the project will have earlier occupancy due to the use of innovative Modular Construction!

    The project includes the following partners: HPI, Chase Bank, PNC Bank, US Modular Inc., City of Redlands, Redlands Unified School District, and the County of San Bernardino. These partners are working to revitalize this North Redlands neighborhood to create a vibrant multifamily mixed use community with multi-use educational and recreational facilities available to all residents of the City of Redlands.

    This project will also contribute significantly to the city’s economy and job creation efforts. $35 million was secured for the first phase, which consists of 4% Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Tax-exempt bonds, and conventional financing. During this phase, 62 of the original 115 units have been demolished to make way for 85 new affordable housing units. Utilizing an innovative modular construction format, housing units built off-site will be installed to substantially accelerate the construction schedule and save on site labor costs. Upon completion, the 228 unit-community will include three park/playground areas, a recreational center with a swimming pool, an educational facility, and community gardens. An on-site deconstruction/construction training program has been implemented to maximize the amount of salvaged material and provide valuable job training and experience for residents.

    Current housing numbers: • 115 Affordable Housing Units—for families with than 80% Area Median Income (AMI) • Approximately 430 residents Post-Construction Numbers – 228 total units (projected) • 39 Single Family Homes for Sale—for families with 80-120% AMI • 189 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Units—for families with 30-60% AMI • Approximately 940 residents

    US Modular Inc. is Southern California’s premier design and build General Contractor specializing in Off-Site Modular Construction. With over 75 combined years of experience in the Off-Site Construction process, the US Modular Management Team has the wisdom, contacts and experience to guide you through all stages of design, permitting, site construction, factory selection, fabrication, transportation, installation and completion of your project. From single family homes, multifamily apartment projects to commercial buildings; Owners and Developers are building projects with Off-Site Modular Construction for the quality of the finished product and for the cost and time savings afforded!

    Contact US Modular Home Builders at info@usmodularinc.com

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