Custom Modular Homes
The modular home method combines the benefits of engineering and manufacturing to produce excellent homes. Compared to traditional, site-built homes, the method yields substantial savings in time, cost, waste generation. Modular homes sometimes referred to as system built homes are made of units called modules, shipped to a customer’s building site and assembled. They are of different types, structures, designs and budgets.
As modular home expert Randall Eaton points out, modular homes have the advantages of a trained and experienced labor-force, large and sophisticated production machinery, precision jig assembly, high-quality kiln-dried lumber, and construction done indoors in climate-protected factories. There is adherence to local building codes, superior energy efficiency, and strict quality control systems.
As modular homes first became popular in the 1050s, they were considered low-quality, affordable homes compared to traditional homes. But today they are available in every shape, size and style. From basic designs to luxurious and creative designs.
All manufacturers have some standard and traditional designs. But they also supplement these designs with many architect-designed variations. Many architects have now begun to design modular homes. Manufacturers have learned to use wood and steel beams in their floor plans, and they have borrowed from both classical and contemporary designs to give their homes beautiful exteriors. Modular homes today are embellished by Cathedral ceilings, reversed gables and other exciting designs.
Many manufacturers allow the customer to custom-design their own modular homes. Computer aided design (CAD) has made it possible to prepare custom floor plans accurately. Manufacturers routinely customize the modular homes according to a customer’s choice. Luxury features like skylights, central vacuum cleaning, whirlpool tubs, and bay and bow windows are added on by designers.
Modular homes today can be built to any specification or size. From a one-and-a-half split level ranch to a grand 4000 sq. ft. luxury condo, the modular industry has a wide range of options. Amenities like granite-topped kitchen counter tops and hardwood floors are also available. In sum, modular-built houses can be every bit as luxurious as stick-built houses.
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