Modular construction


Modular construction is the use of volumetric building modules where the units form the structure of the building as well as enclose usable space. Modular construction is particularly popular for hotels, educational facilities such as classrooms and student residences, as well as healthcare facilities. This is due to the economies of scale available from many similar sized modules and the particular benefit of reduced site construction time.

Safety advantages

Modular construction can help eliminate or reduce many hazards associated with traditional construction, and they can be avoided including:
Use of modular construction methods is encouraged by proponents of Prevention through Design techniques in construction. It is included as a recommended hazard control for construction projects in the "PtD - Architectural Design and Construction Education Module" published by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

Modular construction systems

Open-source and commercial hardware components used in modular construction include: Open beam, Bit beam, Maker beam, Grid beam, Contraptor, OpenStructures components,... Space frame systems also tend to be modular in design. Other materials used in construction which are interlocking and thus reusable/modular in nature include interlocking bricks.