Prefab 2.0 to the Rescue: New modular construction methods may help fix the global housing crisis.

The article discusses the potential of prefabricated (prefab) modular construction methods in helping fix the global housing crisis as of 2019. Topics covered include their advantages of faster delivery of projects, improved safety and quality control, higher environmental performance, and reduced r...

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Publicado en:Architectural Record Vol. 207; no. 9; pp. 103 - 108
Autor principal: Logan, Katharine
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: BNP Media Sep2019
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