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Just when we think modular building is settling into multi-family units and the hospitality industry, adversity challenges that assumption and exposes us to another opportunity for growth. Here are ten of the best stories about the best modular buildings that redefine the concept of Modular construction.

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  1. Starbucks builds energy-efficient, modular store in 6 days (Construction Dive)

Bringing coffee to the masses fast while also lowering their carbon footprint, it makes sense why Starbucks chose modular building for their new drive thru location. In this article from Construction Dive, read about the other restaurants embracing modular and the reasons why.

  1. Four ‘zero-energy’ modular homes coming to Bennington Park (Bennington Banner)

Emergency situations such as after hurricanes, affordable housing rejuvenation, and merging zero-energy initiatives all point to a modular solution. A project in Vermont is replacing four older homes in a mobile park. Bennington Banner gives an account of why this was necessary and what the new modular homes mean to the community.

  1. Modular construction works for luxury homes, too (The Real Deal)

Modular homes have arrived in the world of luxury and for good reason. Between quality, expediency, and cost, modular has enticed some of the world’s richest people. Read this article from The Real Deal to find out who thinks modular is worth investing in.

  1. 6 advantages of eco-friendly modular buildings you should know (Emagazine)

Here are the top six reasons why modular building is more eco-friendly than conventional building. For the workforce, community, investors, and the environment, modular contributes to the efficiency of construction and installation, improves labor conditions, while delivering quality products, reduced waste, and lower emissions. Read the full details in this article from Emagazine about why modular is a trend that is only growing.

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  1. Industry voices — why should healthcare embrace modular construction? (Fierce Healthcare)

If ever you needed a veritable checklist on what to ask before selecting modular buildings for your project, this is the article for you from Fierce Healthcare, especially if you are a medical facility with an abridged timeline. With healthcare construction in demand due to current conditions, is it worth shifting to a modern construction mindset and consider modular building?

  1. Modular construction meets changing needs in the pandemic (The New York Times)

Developers have pivoted from building hotels to providing coronavirus testing centers and other medical buildings. This article from the New York Times, for instance, addresses the health concerns of businesses and educational facilities around the world. It explores why modular is a good fit, meeting the needs with pandemic-related solutions, construction costs, and time saved.

  1. The industry around the world (Modular Building Institute)

With industry insight into the rise of modular construction worldwide, Modular Building Institute takes us on a tour around the world. Starting in South Africa then on to China, Mexico, Spain, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, each stop gives historical context and the various modular solutions utilized within that region. Is modular a thoughtful consideration for the United States? Find out here.

  1. Forget everything you know, modular will be worth it(Forbes)

What are the comparisons between traditional builds versus modular designs? Delving into planning, time, and finances, Forbes outlines key differences and why modular is fast becoming a popular and sensible choice. But what will it take? Read this article to find out.

  1. Aries 2021 momentum: Precision Structures & Jobsite Mobile Offices acquisitions (Aries Buildings)

Two new acquisitions elevate Aries, a top-notch modular building provider, to new heights of success. Always attuned to the community’s needs, Aries expanded its offering of portable classrooms as well as mobile offices by adding Precision Structures and Jobsite Mobile Offices, respectively. Learn more about Aries’ acquisitions in this article.

  1. Aries welcomes new modular industry pros to our team (Aries Buildings)

With recent acquisitions, such as Precision Structures, Aries expanded its pool of talented and knowledgeable experts. These team additions will support the rapid growth of an industry leader as well as its diversified clients. Find out who joined the team here.

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Modular has fast outgrown its definition of what modular is as these ten stories have illustrated. For instance, Aries, who is continually challenging what our idea of what modular should be. Anticipating and heeding the customers’ needs, Aries is a herald for modular solutions.

More about Aries

Aries, a privately-owned company located in Houston, Texas, is a leading provider of commercial modular space solutions. We offer multiple financing options with a track record of delivering results on both large and small projects. Aries has a diverse network of modular space solutions in North America for the medical, education, construction, as well as commercial sectors. Aries have buildings for immediate delivery to serve the educational and healthcare sectors, as well as any short- or long-term residential needs.

Here at Aries, we take tremendous pride in having an exceptional team of engineers, manufacturing professionals, facility managers, and sales representatives. To establish a strong partnership with our clients, our management team stays involved in every phase of the process. We are committed to delivering excellent and consistent service and achieving mutually beneficial results by learning from our clients.

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