The construction industry often resists change, but one startup is proving that with vision, engineering, and perseverance, the system can be reimagined—quite literally. San Leandro-based Reframe Systems just won the prestigious 2025 House Building Prize from the Centre for Natural Material Innovation at the University of Cambridge, recognizing their groundbreaking

CertainTeed stands out as a pioneer, especially with its innovative ONE PRECISION ASSEMBLIES™ (OPA™) system. This cutting-edge approach to building is redefining efficiency, quality, and sustainability in residential construction.​ photos – OPA™ system Understanding ONE PRECISION ASSEMBLIES™ Introduced in March 2023, the OPA™ system offers fully constructed wall, floor, ceiling,

Offsite construction as a segment of the homebuilding industry, often times suffers from a common bafflement, lack of an understanding coupled with an appreciation for Building Science. In a recent conversation with Mark Eckard,President of Restoration North he attempts to cut to the chase. Mark is a veteran builder as

Gary’s viewpoint is for informational purposes only…and a few chuckles! Starting a modular home factory is easy! All you need is a building, some equipment, a few workers, a design, a sales team, a delivery system, a set crew, a finishing crew… oh, and a small fortune. Simple, right? Today,

For centuries, builders have relied on natural ventilation to keep buildings cool and dry. Before the era of modern air conditioning, homes featured elevated roofs, ventilated attics, and airflow gaps behind exterior materials to regulate temperature and moisture. These passive cooling techniques not only enhanced comfort but also preserved the

Bureaucratic delays, logistical challenges, and high costs have long marked the journey of disaster relief housing. But now, a pioneering solution is rolling down the highways, offering wildfire survivors not just a roof over their heads but a renewed sense of stability. Nano Nest, a modular housing innovator, is changing

What were you doing in high school? Struggling through trigonometry? Fumbling through extracurriculars? Meet Ajith Varikuti, a Charlotte, NC high school student with a passion for design and an eye on the future. While most teenagers are figuring out prom dates, Ajith is designing homes to tackle rising sea levels—and

Dive into the future of sustainable solutions with Joel Wurschmidt, Director of Business Development at Envirobon. Known for their groundbreaking innovations, Envirobon is reshaping the way industries approach eco-friendly products. In this exclusive interview, Joel reveals the vision and technology behind their innovative offerings, providing a glimpse into how Envirobon

Behind every groundbreaking innovation lies a journey of overcoming obstacles, and for Brian Iverson, the path to creating Thermal Studs was no exception. In Part One of his Interview, we talked about how solving problems in sustainability and energy efficiency was the idea for his innovative product the T-Stud. Today,

In an industry facing mounting pressure to balance energy efficiency, structural integrity, and affordability, innovation becomes the key to change. Brian Iverson, the visionary behind Thermal Studs, has taken up this challenge by addressing long-standing inefficiencies and sustainability issues in traditional building materials. The Thermal Studs system emerged as a

In every industry, from technology and finance to the ever-evolving field of offsite construction, a particular breed of person stands out: the innovator. These individuals, no matter their field, seem to share certain quirks and traits that make them particularly suited for seeing things differently and—most importantly—acting on it. But