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The world of prefab and modular homes. |
February 2009
The New York Times recently discussed the sustainability of modular housing.
The modular housing industry likes to say that it has always had a few characteristics that today might be considered eco-friendly — from reduced waste to a smaller construction footprint.
But it’s only recently — and increasingly amid the flagging housing market — that manufacturers of factory-built homes have realized that concepts like efficiency and sustainability can make for good business strategy.
Mentioned in the article:
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Ecohealth Homes Inspired by Caroline McKenna
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LivingHomes
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Michelle Kaufmann Designs
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New World Home
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Penn Lyon Homes
Read the entire article.
Author: Nick Chambers
Publication: New York Times
Section: Green Inc. Blog ("Energy, the Environment and the Bottom Line")
Length: 467 words
Date: February 11, 2009
(Hat tip: Charles Bevier of Building Systems on February 11, 2009.)
