The inability of modular housing manufacturers to create economies of scale, hurdles to financing and regulatory challenges make it difficult to develop sustainable affordable housing in the Bay Area.

Off-site building components, whether mass timber, storage containers or the various types of modular units, can be beneficial to getting projects done, but using them properly means understanding ...

The operating life and life span of buildings are often far apart. If a property is no longer fit for purpose, it is usually demolished even though it would still be perfectly usable. Even in the ...

The operating life and life span of buildings are often far apart. If a property is no longer fit for purpose, it is usually ...

Mass timber, an engineered wood product known for its strength and versatility, has emerged as a formidable alternative to traditional construction materials like concrete and steel. As concerns about ...

This special series focuses on important community issues, innovative solutions to societal challenges, and people and non-profit groups making an impact through technology. by Lisa Stiffler on Sep 25 ...

As more construction companies work to tackle the housing crisis, modular construction appears to be the solution for ...

With mass timber’s growing popularity in the built environment, its intersection with the life sciences market offers an untapped potential for sustainable innovation. While this impressive material ...