Why Modular?
“Modular” is an offsite construction building technology most effective when done with a high volume of repetition. When we can build numerous similar modules in a factory-controlled process, we can create a high standard of quality and repetition that erects on a job site at mind-blowing speeds. Having tight controls not subjected to the instability of weather through utilizing shop floor production within a controlled environment means no more delays or damaged products due to natural weather conditions. When scheduled right, an entire building can be put together within days in lieu of months, complete with finishes and fixtures ready for occupancy. Working with manufacturers not subjected to areas of higher wage rates also lends the system to cost savings, which is helpful in busy times or over-inflated, high-cost markets.
"An experienced Modular Design Team helps Bridge the Gap between the traditional design process and the factory manufacturing needs."
– Troy Tiddens | Modular Specialist & Project Manager
Modular Project Examples
Brynhurst
Brynhurst
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Modular AOR
Specs: 24-Unit Supportive Housing / 48 Shipping Containers / 3-Stories / 27,403 sf
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Breckenridge Apartments
Breckenridge Apartments
Yet another partnership with Fading West Development, EVstudio’s design for these modular workforce housing concepts in Breckenridge, CO includes 2 identical buildings for mountain community apartments. The apartment units in each building include 7 studios, 15 one-bedroom, and 5 two-bedroom, totaling 54 units in the entire area (27 per building).
Lot Size: 79,410 sf (1,823 acres)
Total Building Floor Area: 42,580 sf
Building Stories: 3
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The Farm – Buena Vista
The Farm – Buena Vista
EVstudio and Fading West deliver modular homes with stronger design coordination, quality control, and quick on-site home assembly in your development. Better, faster, and with less hassle and coordination than traditional and typical modular build processes. This partnership works with developers across the state to provide communities with quality, pre-built housing options at sensible prices. Together, we design beautiful homes that can meet the unique needs of almost any project.
Phase 2 of The Farm at Buena Vista is underway! This 128 unit addition will include 11 detached homes, 40 townhome units, a 77 unit apartment complex, and 4 new green spaces. The Farm was born in 2015 out of a need to provide community-centered, attainable housing in Buena Vista, Colorado. As a result, 90 homes have been built and sold, with many homeowners working, living, and contributing to the local community.
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Yellowtail – Big Sky
AC Hotel
AC Hotel
Module Hotel / Modular AOR
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Size: 86 Module / 77,400 SF / 4 Stories / 142 Rooms
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Courtyard by Marriott
Courtyard by Marriott
Located at 1255 NE North Fairway Drive in Pullman, this Courtyard by Marriott is on Washington State University’s campus and within one mile of the Palouse Ridge Golf Course. The Pullman Courtyard by Marriott is only the second Marriott hotel to be built using modular construction. The 122-unit hotel was set by crane on the campus of Washington State University in the winter of 2016. On November 16, 2016, a set event where Hoteliers, Developers, and General Contractors witnessed the crane set of Marriott’s second modular hotel to be built using modular technology (first Courtyard brand built using modular technology). The four-story, 76,000-square-foot hotel was built off-site in Boise, ID, with all rooms and finishes in accordance with Marriott specifications. EVstudio Idaho (formerly neUdesign) Architecture provided AOR services for the off-site portion of construction, working closely with the manufacturer throughout the design and construction phases of this groundbreaking project.
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Practical, Efficient, Repeatable
Modular construction is a building technology. If you have a product that can lend itself to any sort of regularity and repeat in layout, modular construction should certainly come to the forefront as a potential method of construction for your project. Whether that is multifamily, hospitality, single family attached or detached housing, modular lends itself to be a cost-effective and higher quality product than that of site-built construction.
Not many architecture and engineering firms can say they have deep expertise in modular construction. Not only have we been designing for offsite construction for over a decade, but we have also built a specialized team dedicated exclusively to it over the past several years, known as the EVolution Studio. With clients like Marriott promoting the modular industry, we see this as a serious part of the marketplace that will continue growing. Our staff has not only produced For-Permit Construction drawings, but we have also worked hand in hand utilizing 3D software (Revit and StrucSoft) in partnership with our modular manufacturer network to share and generate shop drawing level production. We know the ins and outs of the industry at a hammer and nail level of detail, knowing that when we design your modular project it will be optimized for modular construction and reap the maximum rewards for your project.
Smooth and Easy Point of Contact
Our team isn’t comprised of just architects and engineers. We are experts working through the technical aspects of planning, simplifying the process with invaluable coordination of on-site feasibility, density, master and community planning, entitlements, and a myriad of other planning services. Our combined proficiencies mitigate lengthy, superfluous efforts in the planning process. We also have an extensive network of manufacturers, experienced General Contractors, Set and Stitch contractors, and everyone else you need for a successful project.
The benefits of modular . . .
- Higher Quality. Modular manufacturing quality is consistently better when compared to site-built construction. Built in a factory setting, the process for all the pieces in under intense quality control.
- Cost Savings. Modular cost can be up to 15% cheaper than stick-built.
- Local Knowledge. Not only do we specialize in the design of modular buildings, but we know how to determine if land is optimal for fostering a particular development program. Through effective due diligence, we'll help you develop a winning pro forma. All modular construction complies with local jurisdiction requirements, including building energy codes.
- Speed of Construction. Modular projects can have as much as a 50% time savings over stick-built. Through construction, EVstudio can also conduct site inspections to ensure all components are built and installed per design in real time, further increasing the speed of execution.
- Design Customization. When the architect understands the guidelines of the engineering that takes place in the factory, there's virtually no limit to the design styles you can build with modular construction. From Traditional to Tudor and Colonial to Contemporary, our modular buildings are not limited to any specific architectural style.
- Minimization of Field Work. The time savings for modular homes primarily comes with the construction/assembly phase. Simultaneous site development and construction in the plant reduces the schedule. Our modular projects are even more affordable and accessible for projects in rural areas. Building in a location that is difficult to get to and far from major population centers have little to no workforce. When nearly every element of a project can be constructed in the factory, the time in the field is reduced incredibly.
Questions? Ready to get started? Make it happen! Contact our EVolution Studio and let's start the conversation today!
Opening the Playbook on Modular Design
Need example reference documents for your modular project? Below are three pdfs outlined by our EVolution Studio to provide example deliverables for before you get started with us!