Modular

A compilation of HousingZone's articles, surveys, ideas, trends, and tips on modular homes for residential builders, remodelers, and architects serving the residential construction industry.

Construction

Small-Duct, High-Velocity HVAC: What It Is and Why It Pairs Well With Modular Homes

Modular home manufacturers, builders, and owners now have many choices when it comes to indoor climate systems, but small-duct, high-velocity (SDHV) systems may be the perfect fit for these types of homes

Case Studies

Custom Prefabrication: Weather Proof

GO Logic's Alan Gibson studied prefabrication in Sweden and came to find he preferred the panelization approach over modular prefab for its flexibility.

Case Studies

Custom Prefabrication: High-End From Factory to the Bay

Prefabricating a custom home may seem counterintuitive, but building components indoors to standard specs allows for individual designs that accommodate unique sites and clients

Technology

NationWide Homes introduces “Care Cottages” for the disabled, elderly

Martinsville, Va.-based Nationwide Homes introduced its first ever Care-Cottage. The modular units are set up on rural properties next to primary caregivers and offer an affordable alternative to home renovation or assisted living facilities.