Why choose modular construction?
A smarter way to build — by manufacturing more of the building off-site
Modular construction changes not only where a building is produced, but how the entire project is delivered.
Instead of carrying out almost every stage sequentially on a construction site, substantial parts of the building can be manufactured in a controlled factory environment while foundations, drainage and other site works are progressing at the same time.
The result can be a significantly shorter construction programme, greater control over quality and materials, reduced disruption on site and greater certainty before the building reaches site.
At GO MODULAR, we specialise in bespoke modular homes, house extensions, rooftop developments and other residential and commercial buildings manufactured from approved architectural designs.
Factory-Controlled Quality
With modular construction, the building can be manufactured while groundworks and foundations are completed on site. This parallel process can significantly reduce the overall construction programme and allow projects to be completed much sooner.
Manufacturing in a controlled factory environment allows materials, workmanship and dimensional accuracy to be inspected throughout production.
Better Project Value
Faster construction, fewer delays, reduced site labour and improved manufacturing efficiency all help reduce overall project risk and cost. Modular construction provides greater programme certainty, which is especially valuable for developers, investors and commercial clients.
A More Sustainable Way to Build
Off-site manufacturing reduces material waste, site disruption and unnecessary vehicle movements. Buildings can also be designed with high levels of insulation and energy efficiency, helping reduce running costs and environmental impact over time.
Bespoke Modular Construction, Not Catalogue Buildings
Modular construction does not have to mean standard boxes or fixed layouts. With GO MODULAR, each project is manufactured from approved architectural drawings, giving clients design freedom while still benefiting from the speed and efficiency of factory production.
Bespoke modular construction -
NOT catalogue houses
One of the biggest misconceptions about modular construction is that a building must be designed around a manufacturer's standard boxes. That is not how GO MODULAR works.
We do not have a catalogue of standard house types that architects and clients must adapt their projects to.
The architect designs the building the client wants and obtains the necessary planning permission.
Once the architectural design is approved, our role is to determine how that building can be manufactured.
Using our in-house digital engineering process, the approved building is divided into structurally viable and transportable volumetric sections. The structure, connections, interfaces and manufacturing information are then developed for factory production.
There will always be practical engineering considerations, including transport dimensions, module weight, structural spans, crane access and site accessibility. But these are engineering challenges to be resolved — not a reason to force every project into a predetermined catalogue of standard boxes.
We don't standardise the architecture.
We standardise, digitise and industrialise the process used to manufacture different buildings.
That distinction is fundamental to the GO MODULAR approach.
How modular construction works
1. Architecture & Planning
The building is designed around the client's requirements and the architectural solution appropriate for the site.
Planning permission is obtained for the proposed development.
2. Engineering for Manufacture
Once the approved architectural information is available, GO MODULAR translates the building into detailed manufacturing information.
The building is divided into appropriate transportable sections, and the structure, module connections and interfaces are engineered for manufacture, transport and installation.
3. Factory Manufacturing + Site Preparation
The modules are manufactured in our factory while foundations, drainage, utilities and other required site works can progress simultaneously.
This parallel process is one of the fundamental advantages of modular construction.
4. Delivery & Installation
Substantially completed modules are transported to site and craned into their final positions.
The main structure can therefore be installed extremely quickly compared with constructing the equivalent building piece by piece on site.
5. Connections & Completion
Module-to-module connections, utility connections, interfaces, commissioning and the remaining finishing works are completed on site.
The result is a permanent building produced through a combination of digital engineering, factory manufacturing and efficient site installation.
Proven Across Real Projects
GO MODULAR has applied this approach across bespoke houses, extensions, rooftop developments, multi-residential buildings, care-sector projects and commercial buildings.
Every project begins with a different architectural requirement.
The technology is there to determine how to manufacture it.
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Already have planning permission?
If you have planning permission and architectural drawings for a house, extension, rooftop development or other suitable project, send them to us.
We can review the design and determine how the building could be engineered for off-site manufacture.
Still have questions about modular construction?
Visit our FAQs for further information about planning permission, manufacturing, delivery, installation, project requirements and working with GO MODULAR.