Tag: modular construction
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How Mass Timber Modular Construction Is Redefining Workforce Housing in America
When architect Peter Rose first toured a modular school in Germany built with cross-laminated timber (CLT), he ran his hand along a stair joint where two modules met. “With my eyes closed, I couldn’t feel the seam,” he recalled. That single moment changed everything. For Rose, modular construction was no longer just about cutting costs.…
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Affordable Housing Fix: Living on Top of a Costco
The U.S. housing crisis has long demanded innovative solutions, and Thrive Living is stepping up with a bold new model. By blending affordable housing with retail, their upcoming Los Angeles development in Baldwin Village offers a potential blueprint for addressing housing shortages in urban markets. This $425 million project will house 800 residential units—184 of…
