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Modular construction There are many parallels with this NYT article as HK pushes to increase the adoption of MiC, from regulation, through designing beautiful modular homes, to production-at-scale. (behind the NYT paywall) https://lnkd.in/gPxZq8qJ #MiC #projectmanagement #DfMA

Sweeden's approach to building new housing reveals what we and Factory OS have known for awhile — modular housing construction results in more homes for more people, faster. As we grapple with a nationwide housing shortage, we should embrace the modular housing model to accelerate housing production and bring down costs. https://lnkd.in/g4ZJrp6a

This is an excellent read on the impact of inclusionary zoning, new construction, and growing housing supply within existing structures. Make sure to read all the way through to get the key takeaways.

💡 The 1% Solution: Rethinking How We Address Housing Affordability 💡 Thanks to Payton Chung for this insightful piece on how regulating new construction has a limited impact on housing affordability and supply. The reality is clear: most of tomorrow’s housing already exists today. This means policies focused solely on new builds are unlikely to move the needle fast enough to address our current housing challenges. As someone deeply engaged in fostering scalable and equitable housing solutions, I see this as a call to action for broader, bolder strategies. 🌍 Here are a few takeaways I found particularly compelling: 1️⃣ New construction accounts for just 1% of housing stock annually, making it crucial to focus on preserving and optimizing existing housing. 2️⃣ Inclusionary zoning, while helpful, must be paired with policies that expand overall housing supply and address affordability in older buildings. 3️⃣ Bold policy mechanisms—like surtaxes or incentives for adaptive reuse—can tap into the potential of what’s already built. As I reflect on Payton Chung 's takeaway on the article below, I'm reminded of the untapped opportunities we have to create lasting change by focusing on what's already built. By prioritizing the rehabilitation of existing housing stock, developing innovative solutions like ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units in most jurisdictions—but in Virginia and the Commonwealth, it apparently also means Affordable Dwelling Units— 🤦🏾♂️ as if keeping up with government acronyms isn't challenging enough), and fostering broad-based funding mechanisms that support affordability, we can turn bold ideas into actionable outcomes. This is where I believe real progress lies—at the intersection of innovation, community, and collaboration. Whether through public-private partnerships or grassroots initiatives, there's so much we can accomplish together to create housing solutions that are resilient, equitable, and scalable. What are your thoughts? I’m eager to connect with others passionate about advancing sustainable and inclusive development. Let’s share ideas and work toward meaningful change. One more thing—shoutout to Ryan Kilpatrick, AICP EDFP for your repost—it elevated this article in my feed and brought it to my attention! 👊🏾 #HousingEquity #AffordableHousing #UrbanDevelopment #PolicyInnovation

Fleetwood's Blue Ridge Duplex Shines at Virginia Governor's Housing Conference On Nov. 13–15, the 2024 Virginia Governor's Housing Conference (VAGHC) took place in Virginia Beach. This year’s event featured a 12,000-square-foot Innovation Village showcasing advanced construction technologies designed to expand affordable housing options across Virginia. The innovations on display included iUnit modular cottages, the Tvasta 3D concrete printer—capable of building construction elements and full-scale structures layer by layer—and the highlight of the event: Cavco’s Blue Ridge single-section duplex home, built by Fleetwood Homes in Rocky Mount, Virginia. During the conference, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Executive Order 42, aimed at boosting economic development and accelerating the construction of affordable housing to address the state’s housing crisis. Innovative homes like the Blue Ridge, part of the first nationally available HUD-approved duplex homes in the Anthem series, are a key solution to Virginia’s housing shortage of 550,000 units and the broader national housing deficit. “I had numerous conversations with District and County Development employees who have funding for housing projects, many of which require affordable housing,” Cole Fueller said. “The Blue Ridge generated significant interest from county officials, showing promise as a solution for these needs. I’m excited to see the Anthem Duplex Series help address the housing deficit we face. This is an exciting time for Cavco, Fleetwood Homes Rocky Mount and the entire industry.” As affordable housing continues to be a pressing challenge, the Fleetwood Homes team deserves applause for their commitment to innovation and excellence. By designing modern, efficient and affordable housing options like the Blue Ridge, they are helping reshape the future of affordable housing. Solutions like these are paving the way toward addressing the housing crisis and providing opportunities for families and communities across the nation. #manufacturedhousing #Manufacturing #virginia #VAGHC

More international mainstream media coverage on modular timber construction: this comprehensive piece in the The New York Times details how the U.S. once looked to this as an efficient way to build thousands of housing units at scale, with Sweden and Japan taking the concept to an industrial scale. An interesting aspect of the article points out regulatory differences between the United States and Sweden: building codes in the U.S. try to make buildings safe by prescribing exactly what materials must be used and how -- i.e. a prescriptive code -- while in Sweden, the government does this by setting goals and letting builders come up with a way to achieve them -- a performance code. And we're pleased that Oskar Norelius, a partner at Built by Nature Frontrunner White Arkitekter, has provided commentary on designing for industrial production -- great to see this international recognition! #masstimberconstruction #modularconstruction #housing #buildingregulation

Decode Group has commenced construction on ‘Atrium’, Stage One of Carrington Place - Ellipse Property’s five-stage, $750+ million master-planned community at Castle Hill Showgrounds. Occupying 17 amalgamated sites along Carrington Road, Ashford Avenue and Partridge Avenue in Sydney’s north-west, Carrington Place is the largest residential masterplan in Castle Hill. It will deliver more than 800 new homes, helping to address Sydney’s critical housing shortage. Alex Hawke MP Matt Press https://lnkd.in/gmZ_aJjR #DecodeGroup #EllipseProperty #Atrium #PropertyNews

This article has it all:factory built housing, national changes to building code, wood framing… a good read!

Less parking more housing? The Labour Government have set a target of 1.5 million new homes in five years. That will require building 50% more than the previous government over the same period. Big ask. #NewZero pledges demand the right housing....in the right places #densification. Might plans for Midway car park in Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire offer a template for one of the radical new delivery approaches our housing challenges demand? . Developer Capital&Centric are seeking to turn this 1960s-designed car park into a "contemporary urban neighbourhood" with 100 one, two and three-bed apartments plus social hub with a gym and 'mini-cinema'. It is part of three sites being floated with the borough council for redevelopment to "re-boot" town centre spaces using £35m of government Future High Street funding. Towns and cities across the UK have old, end of life MSCPs in their centres. Would be interesting to hear from expert architects and structural engineers if this conversion concept could be applied more widely to end-of-life parking structures, or is it a pipe dream? Stripe Consulting, Polly Church, Fatkin, Russell Simmons, Chris Whapples #transport and #housing

There are a number of fascinating takeaways in this story from Francesca Mari in the The New York Times. As Australia debates how best to address its housing crisis, the article contains some valuable lessons. For example, "If you quickly increase the supply of housing, you drive down the price for all." It also gives examples of how different approaches to building codes and regulations affect supply. #fleetwood #housing #innovation #modularhousing #construction #housingshortage https://lnkd.in/eZjbxvNC