The world is changing, and we need to keep up! As the AEC industry is finding its “new normal,” industrialized construction (IC) is the way to go. Multifamily developers who plan to build affordable housing will notice that traditional build is too slow and unreliable right now; IC can help, but it is important to […]
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Entering the World of Industrialized Construction
How Industrialized Construction Can Improve the Multifamily Market Right now, the news is dominated by reports about the need for simple and affordable housing. In particular, the multi-family market continues to be the talk of the town. Try as it might, the construction industry is having a hard time building at a price point that […]
Save Millions in Construction
Go Lean with Design & Labor Distribution Many of you may be running a lean business—and are doing great at it. It’s all about trimming the fat. But there are still a few places with savings potential where most don’t go lean: construction design, operations, and labor distribution. Because these factors largely depend on third […]
Wood Modular 101
When to Choose Wood Modular There are a lot of questions around modular construction. After covering some basic frequently asked questions in my last email, let’s explore further. After choosing to go modular, you must decide between wood and steel modular boxes. Typically, 4- to 5-story buildings utilize wood boxes but you can go higher […]
Rethinking Operations to Prevent Delays in Construction
Have you ever faced construction delays? Over 90% of major projects run overtime and over-budget.1 It’s true; we are all too familiar with projects running behind schedule. The dreaded delays directly affect revenue and increase overheads. And you likely know the usual culprits–labor problems, weather delays, sociopolitical factors, and coordination errors. But there’s no point […]
9 Common Questions About Modular, Answered
Volumetric modular construction is probably the most popular one of the modern methods of construction (MMC). But when discussing modular construction, I often get more questions than answers. I get it, even some of the seasonal developers could use some guidance sometime. So first of all, is modular construction worth investigating–or is it just a […]
Dealing with Mid-Design Construction Projects in Economic Slowdown
Bonus: Tim Flacke of Midas Construction shares how they’re moving ahead with projects Resilience is in the DNA of developers. Simply giving up when the going gets tough isn’t how they roll. But it’s natural to feel stuck. After all, choosing what to do with your ongoing projects isn’t an easy job. Things become especially […]
DfMA-IC Benefits Series
LET’S FIX COST OVERRUNS. Cost is arguably the strongest determiner of the construction process. When projects start going over budget–many compromises have to be made, often leading to unwanted schedule delays. Relative to original budget, average cost overruns of construction projects were at 70%–found McKinsey & Company.1 That’s incredible! What’s the Problem? Poor communication among designers, […]
All You Need to Know About Securing Modular Construction Permit
Breaking Down Permitting For Modular Projects All you need to know about securing your modular construction permit The building permitting process is already excruciating, and it can be even more overwhelming when trying out new building methods. Currently, modular construction is becoming increasingly important in the AEC field. So today, I address a common question: […]
Property Improvements Amid the Economic Slowdown
Space for Change Everyone is coming together to brainstorm productive things to do during this time. Here’s a window of opportunity for hoteliers. The hotel industry is hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, with RevPAR and occupancy levels at an all-time low. But there’s a silver lining for those wanting to make the best out […]