Synopses & Reviews
Prefab homes were once viewed as nothing more than modest, inexpensive shelters, lacking in any design aesthetic and offering only the basics required for habitation.
This is no longer the case. Prefab design has emerged as a way for the design– and cost–conscious generation to achieve the dream of home ownership. Today, prefab houses are manufactured to the highest standards of construction and aesthetics. Architects are using new construction technologies and materials to create complex designs that make every prefabricated home look custom–designed. Clients are able to choose among a variety of modules to arrive at a home that is uniquely their own. And thanks to the internet, these houses can be ordered from all over the world.
Today, new models and designs, like cars, are being introduced on an almost annual basis. PREFAB NOW explores the best prefabricated houses on the market today worldwide. It addresses the advantages and disadvantages of choosing a prefab home over a custom–built one. The book also covers cost, sustainability, and durability. Elaborate plans and drawings accompany each project.
Prefab is here to stay. PREFAB NOW is the perfect resource for those interested in this popular structure.
Synopsis
An in-depth look at state-of-the-art prefabricated and modular homes—the most popular, economical, and stylish options in housing today
PreFab Now explores the best prefabricated houses on the market today worldwide and addresses the advantages and disadvantages of choosing a prefab home over a custom-built one. This book also covers cost, sustainability, and durability. With a wealth of elaborate plans, drawings, renderings, and beautiful full-color images, PreFab Now is an invaluable resource for architects and homebuyers alive.
About the Author
James Grayson Trulove is an author, publisher, and editor of books on the subjects of architecture, landscape architecture, and garden design. His recent books include New Sustainable Homes, 25 Apartments and Lofts Under 2500 Square Feet, and Prefab Now. He resides in Washington, D.C., and New York.