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Modular Building

Building with shipping containers not as eco-friendly as it seems

With millions of shipping containers lying empty at ports around the world, it may seem like repurposing them to construct buildings would be a clear environmental winner. The reality of building with shipping containers is complicated, though, and in many cases isn’t a net-positive for the environment, critics charge, according to a report by NPR's Chloe Veltman.

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Modular Building

Modular building is the growing trend of assembling structures from prefabricated, interchangeable components. After being constructed in a controlled environment away from the building site—such as a factory—the components are then transported to the final location and assembled on-site.

This growing collection of news, trends, case studies, white papers, and innovative projects bring you the latest in modular design and construction.

 

Dec 2, 2014

Nashville planning retail district made from 21 shipping containers

OneC1TY, a healthcare- and technology-focused community under construction on 18.7 acres near Nashville, Tenn., will include a mini retail district made from 21 shipping containers, the first time in this market containers have been repurposed for such use. 

Williams Scotsman | Nov 26, 2014

A conversation with Paul Raiford, Director of Energy Services

Q&A with Paul Raiford, Director of Energy Services with Williams Scotsman. SPONSORED CONTENT

Nov 24, 2014

Must see: Plans released for underwater city that could house 5,000 people

The design centers around a floating, 500-meter-wide sphere linked to a resource center on the ocean floor via a 15-kilometer, helix-shaped path. 

Williams Scotsman | Nov 19, 2014

Build green while you work green

Leading general contractors, including Skanska USA and Turner Construction, are implementing sustainable modular jobsite offices throughout the country. SPONSORED CONTENT

Nov 18, 2014

New tool helps developers, contractors identify geographic risk for construction

The new interactive tool from Aon Risk Solutions provides real-time updates pertaining to the risk climate of municipalities across the U.S.

Williams Scotsman | Nov 12, 2014

Williams Scotsman plugs into the jobsite

Many of our customers conduct important business from their temporary modular jobsite office and most require access to technology to get their job done effectively and efficiently. SPONSORED CONTENT

Oct 29, 2014

Better guidance for appraising green buildings is steadily emerging

The Appraisal Foundation is striving to improve appraisers’ understanding of green valuation.

Williams Scotsman | Oct 29, 2014

Historic Washington elementary school incorporates modular design

More and more architects and designers are leveraging modern modular building techniques for expansion projects planned on historical sites. SPONSORED CONTENT

Williams Scotsman | Oct 24, 2014

Infographic: 5 key considerations for securing modular workspace

Keep these five considerations in mind for your next project that may benefit from modular space. SPONSORED CONTENT 
Oct 21, 2014

Check out BD+C's GreenZone Environment Education Classroom debuting this week at Greenbuild

At the conclusion of the show, the modular classroom structure will be moved to a permanent location in New Orleans' Lower 9th Ward, where it will serve as a community center and K-12 classroom.

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