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There are a multitude of challenges impacting Australia’s housing crisis. Demographic shifts, skills shortages, and competing infrastructure demands are collectively impeding our ability to increase housing stock. Shifting to a manufacturing-style approach would address several systemic issues simultaneously. #mmc #dfma #modularconstruction #modularbuilding #housing #building #construction #prefabrication #prefab #prefabricated #offsite #offsiteconstruction #offsitemanufacturing #mmc #modernmethodsofconstruction #affordablehousing https://lnkd.in/gDxcfdqd

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

"When we asked respondents about the barriers they faced in using MMC, predictably, supplier vulnerability was noted as the most significant to scaling up MMC delivery, with housing associations worried that a manufacturer could go into administration while the homes are being built or before they’ve been installed, for example." "Looking forward five years to 2028, survey respondents have planned over 30,000 MMC homes. However, based on current delivery rates, we found that this number could be closer to between 66,000 and 107,000, and ultimately, where we fall within that range will depend on market conditions and government support." #construction #housing In Housing Today, director at Building Better, Trina Chakravarti, discusses how the National Housing Federation and Building Better have surveyed housing associations, the purpose of the data-gathering, the key results and the use of modern construction methods for new homes. https://lnkd.in/eVTcpN7A

Could factory-built homes be the game-changer the U.S. housing crisis needs? Discover how innovative building methods are delivering homes faster and more affordably, offering a potential solution to housing challenges. Read more in this Multi-Housing News article. #AffordableHousing #FactoryBuiltHomes #HousingCrisis #Construction #OffsiteConstruction #FutureOfConstruction #ResidentialConstruction #CFS #CFSteel #LGS #SteelFraming #Prefab https://hubs.li/Q02M-Cmv0

Despite ongoing efforts, we still face a significant gap between housing supply and the targets needed to address the crisis. Rising costs and construction challenges are keeping homeownership and rentals out of reach for many, especially in Queensland. This week’s Offsite 2024 event in Sydney emphasized the potential of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) to bridge that gap. Queensland is already a leader with its volumetric modular housing program, but we need to scale up fast. By 2030, 50% of government infrastructure projects should incorporate MMC, and 600 modular homes are slated for production by 2024. While these steps are commendable, they aren’t enough. Industry growth, investment in manufacturing, and government-led incentives are critical to moving the needle. We must also learn from history, where prefabricated homes helped meet housing demands post-war, and adapt today’s regulatory frameworks to foster this innovation. MMC holds the key to delivering homes faster, more affordably, and at the scale we desperately need. The time to invest in this approach is now. To my network of home builders and industry leaders, what are your thoughts on MMC as a solution to our housing crisis? Are we ready to adopt these new construction methods at scale? I’d love to hear your insights on how we can push for greater innovation and overcome the current barriers in our industry. #housingcrisis #modernconstruction #innovativebuilding #affordablehousing #modularhomes

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

How Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) can help to solve the UK’s housing crisis? Here are 4 ways Dynamic Build Group and MMC are making a real difference. The housing crisis isn’t just a numbers game—it’s about smart, sustainable solutions that meet the needs of communities. Here’s how we’re driving change with Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). 🔹 Accelerated Construction - MMC allows us to build homes faster than traditional methods, getting much-needed housing to market sooner without compromising on quality. 🔹 Unlocking Under-Utilised Space - We’re transforming difficult to develop sites like brownfield, infill, garage and airspace locations within existing communities. 🔹 Cost Efficiency - Building more doesn’t have to mean spending more. MMC's precision manufacturing process allows us to keep costs down, making homes more affordable for developers, housing providers and residents alike. 🔹 Scalability - With MMC, we can quickly scale up to meet demand, providing a consistent and repeatable solution for communities facing housing shortages. Interested in learning how we can apply innovation and sustainability to your next project? Check out our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/dSZHc667 and let’s discuss—how do you think MMC could impact housing in your area? #ModernMethodsofConstruction #Housing #DynamicBuildGroup #Sustainableliving #Sustainablehomes #HousingCrisis #Manufacturers #Developers #Innovation #MMC #OffsiteConstruction #EnergyEfficient

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

The future 

🎉 Exciting news in the construction world! 🎉 We're thrilled to see Wates and Hill Holdings among the 22 firms that have secured spots on the £800m MMC framework. This four-year housing initiative will revolutionise the industry by focusing on modern methods of construction (MMC) across England and Wales 🌍. The Integrated Traditional Build & MMC framework, led by Procurement for Housing and Building Better, targets various housing projects — from low-rise homes to apartments and extra care homes. It's a strategic move, especially considering data from Glenigan revealing an increase in MMC usage, from 9% in 2017 to 16% in 2023 📈. This framework bridges the gap between traditional building and modern construction techniques, ensuring better outcomes for social housing programmes. We're especially excited for the opportunities this brings to local builders and the social housing sector, fostering a stronger and more sustainable future. Well done to all firms involved! 👏 Connect and follow us for more industry updates! #ConstructionNews #MMC #HousingInnovation