As examined in Andrew Brinker’s recent story (”Building housing is costly. But what about an assembly line?” Business, June 27), modular housing presents an intriguing opportunity for Massachusetts.

Modular construction remains a booming trend across the contracting world. Modular design helps solve housing shortages, speeds up construction, and addresses rebuilding work after natural disasters.

BUENA VISTA, Colo. — At the Fading West factory in Buena Vista, VP of factory operations Sean Brown is overseeing an operation that is like a car assembly line only at this factory they're building ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Hailstone is a U.K-based reporter, who covers sustainability. From the heavy use of raw materials to logistics and ...

Prefabricated wooden houses date back to the 19th century, when so-called "kit houses" became popular in North America. Sold by companies like Sears, they offered affordable and convenient housing ...

Modular construction, also known as prefabrication, is rapidly emerging as a transformative trend in the construction industry. This innovative approach involves assembling building components ...