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The future of housing is here, and we’re ready to deliver. Exciting news. Our CEO Bruce Nicholson was featured on Nine, discussing the urgent need to streamline approvals, cut through red tape, and embrace modern modular manufacturing. These steps are essential to achieving the Government’s ambitious goal of delivering 1.2 million homes. Modular construction has evolved dramatically, but outdated perceptions and delays in the approval process continue to hold Australia back. While our global counterparts are forging ahead, it’s time to step up. 🎥 Watch the full video here.   #modularhousing #sustainablehousing #affordablehousing #housingcrisis #australiamanufacturing

Is modular housing really the future? Since 1996, when I worked on my first modular project, a new prison wing on the Isle of Man, I’ve seen modular construction evolve slowly—but in New Zealand, it remains far from mainstream. The challenge lies in our limited demand, which makes modular housing financially difficult. Despite significant investment, results have fallen short. While Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) hold promise, focusing heavily on volumetric modular construction may not suit our market. We need adaptable solutions that respond to fluctuating demand, not systems requiring constant high output. Government intervention must go beyond funding, fostering innovation and supporting both market-driven development and more social and affordable housing. Is modular housing the solution, or do we need to explore other approaches? #HousingMarket #ModularConstruction #Innovation

🔊 Infrastructure Update 🔊 Are fabricated homes key to Australia's housing goal? Australia aims to build 1.2 million homes in five years, and prefabricated housing is a key solution to achieve this. 📈 Here's why: 1. It's faster and more cost-effective  2. Modern modular homes can be customised with personalised designs and eco-friendly materials  3. They're designed for durability and sustainability 4. For developers, building multiple units reduces costs per unit - an attractive option for large -scale projects  5. Federal and state governments are backing prefabricated housing to tackle the housing crisis Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised the importance of increasing housing supply through innovative methods like prefabrication to address affordability and rental pressures. As Australia pushes forward with these initiatives, prefabricated homes could play a pivotal role in transforming the housing landscape. #housing #nsw #development #residentialmarket #building #prefabricatedhomes #housingcrisis RWC Western Sydney | Peter Vines | Jayky Wu

Delighted to share insights from my latest research on the promising impact of modular housing on the UK's affordable housing crisis. As we navigate this pressing issue, it's clear that innovative solutions are essential. Modular housing stands out for its potential to revolutionise construction methods, offering speed, cost-efficiency, and sustainability. By leveraging off-site manufacturing and assembly line techniques, modular housing can significantly reduce construction timelines and costs. This approach not only addresses the urgent need for more housing but also ensures consistent quality and minimal waste. Furthermore, the flexibility of modular construction allows for tailored solutions to meet diverse housing needs, from individual homes to larger developments. This adaptability is crucial for addressing the complex challenges of urban housing. Excited to see how embracing modular housing could pave the way for a brighter future, providing accessible and sustainable housing solutions for all. #AffordableHousing #ModularRevolution #UKHousingCrisis

Embracing Offsite Construction: A Solution to Ontario's Housing Shortage? With Canada needing 5.8 million new homes by 2031, offsite construction—where homes are manufactured in factories and assembled on-site—offers a promising solution. In Sweden, this method accounts for 84% of residential construction, showcasing its efficiency. Adopting similar practices in Ontario could accelerate homebuilding and address the current housing crisis. Click the link for more information: https://lnkd.in/gFWNWeTb

Having a secure roof over one’s head is a basic human need. Yet delivering the optimum number of homes is often a challenge for the construction industry. Radical change is required. England has seen an acute housing shortage, amounting to a full-blown crisis. With the government pledging to build 300,000 homes a year by the mid-2020s, innovation is crucial. Modern methods of construction (MMC), particularly modular building techniques, offer a solution. Built in factories, modular homes are delivered and installed onsite in a near-complete state, ensuring high quality and faster delivery. Is modular construction the key to addressing our housing needs? Join the conversation and explore how this innovative approach can transform the industry. #modDsys #ModularConstruction #HousingCrisis #InnovativeBuilding #SustainableHousing #MMC #FutureOfConstruction

State and territory building ministers met recently to discuss a range of topics including the shift towards achieving net zero, NCC 2025, and pre-fabricated housing. The discussion about pre-fabrication is particularly noteworthy, especially since it coincides with the Prime Minister's recent announcement regarding advanced manufacturing in Australia. 🏗️ 🏠 https://lnkd.in/gj3JaNEV Property Council of Australia chief, Mike Zorbas pointed out that industrialised construction is an excellent opportunity for Australia, but requires scalability. He emphasised the need for innovation, investment, and secure demand pipelines, especially during a time of increased construction, land, and capital costs. We agree. There are already many early adopters in #MMC here in Australia, but to capitalise on this opportunity at scale, we need greater support for industry now. This requires further government subsidy, support, and investment, just like any other innovation curve. It also requires further demonstration and pilot projects at key sites across the state and the country to prove what's possible, both in terms of volumetric and prefabricated components. This can be achieved either through direct investment, subsidies and incentives in design and procurement, or a combination. 🏡 What are the benefits right now? Speed. Not cost. 🏠 🏡 What are the benefits long term? Speed, cost, diversity of workforce, security over delivery timeframes. Just to name a few. It’s certainly an exciting space, and if we end up at the forefront of it, presents a significant opportunity to tackle future housing supply challenges. At the very least, it will enhance the supply chain resilience and responsiveness. Something we have witnessed the fragility of since covid. Footnote for those who often ask what is MMC: Modern methods of construction is a process which focuses on off-site construction techniques, such as mass production and factory assembly, as alternatives to traditional onsite building. #building #construction #offsite #modern #methods #housingsupply #residential #development #future #focussed #advanced #manufacturing Q Shelter Master Builders Queensland Building 4.0 CRC Property Council of Australia Queensland

Quality modular construction. 🏗 What a great way to contribute to Australia's housing targets. 👏

The US is grappling with a severe shortage of affordable housing, exacerbated by rising construction costs and restrictive land use regulations. 🌟🏗️  Traditional site-built construction methods struggle to keep pace with demand, hindered by fragmentation and a scarcity of skilled labor. Enter modular housing: a game-changing solution gaining traction in the quest for affordable housing. Fabricated off-site in controlled factory settings, modular homes offer cost savings and streamlined construction processes. But what sets them apart from mobile or manufactured homes? Unlike their counterparts, modular homes are assembled on-site and affixed to permanent foundations, meeting the same standards as traditional builds. As policymakers explore avenues to curb construction costs, modular housing emerges as a promising solution. https://lnkd.in/dXTbQrd8 How do you envision the role of modular housing in addressing the housing affordability crisis? 🤔 Ken Semler Gary Fleisher Greg Otto Andrew Seelye Alan Milne Scott Bailey Mike Gruber Ben Hershey Colby Swanson Brent Musson Tom Hardiman, Jennifer Castenson Dave Clevenger Charles Leahy Chris Lawrence Darin Zaruba Kacy Caviston Ryan E. Smith Curtis Wong Vamsi Kumar Kotla Santiago Ossa Doug Tollin Daniel Small, Alon Kessler Andrew Xue Matt Mitchell Diego Rivera Dafna Kaplan Brian Sayre Joshua Braun Vaughan Buckley Steven Haylestrom Sara.Ann Logan Nick Masci Konstantin Daskalov

Embracing Offsite Construction: A Solution to Ontario's Housing Shortage? With Canada needing 5.8 million new homes by 2031, offsite construction—where homes are manufactured in factories and assembled on-site—offers a promising solution. In Sweden, this method accounts for 84% of residential construction, showcasing its efficiency. Adopting similar practices in Ontario could accelerate homebuilding and address the current housing crisis. Click the link for more information: https://lnkd.in/gxCk8Fpm