Garrison goes modular.Garrison Architects has formally announced the creation of its Modular Design In the context of systems engineering, modular design — or "modularity in design" — is an approach aiming to subdivide a system into smaller parts (modules) that can be independently created and then used in different systems to drive multiple functionalities. Division, to be led by veteran architect, James Garrison James Garrison (born 1953 in Western Pennsylvania) is an American Architect and educator who lives in Brooklyn and teaches at the Parsons School of Architecture, Lighting, and Design in New York. , President of Garrison Architects. The firm's increase work with modular properties over the last few years, due to the growing demand for these types of residences, has led the firm to form the group specifically dedicated to these developments. "With sustainability and lasting performance at the forefront of prefabrication prefabrication, in architectural construction, a technique whereby large units of a building are produced in factories to be assembled, ready-made, on the building site. The technique permits the speedy erection of very large structures. today, we are proud to now offer our clients a dedicated-team of Modular Designers, as well as the option to build an aesthetic and cost effective, quality product in a timely fashion." Garrison Architects' philosophy for fusing modern and sustainable design, with cost effective building, led to the creation of this department, as well as its strategic alliance with Kullman Industries, a specialty contractor who builds with modular methods. Currently, the partnership is focusing on its S*I*M*P*L*E*--Scalable Innovative Modularly Produced Living Environments product for modular student residences. The strategic alliance was a natural opportunity to combine Garrison's design with one of the most respected producers of modular buildings to provide a premium product in an efficient and effective timeframe. Clients can customize their student accommodations with various options: unit types, layouts, exterior cladding The plastic or glass sheath that is fused to and surrounds the core of an optical fiber. The cladding's mirror-like coating keeps the light waves reflected inside the core. The cladding is covered with a protective outer jacket. See fiber optics glossary. , and other building materials Building materials used in the construction industry to create . These categories of materials and products are used by and construction project managers to specify the materials and methods used for . , all made of sustainable, natural resources. Prefabricated pre·fab·ri·cate tr.v. pre·fab·ri·cat·ed, pre·fab·ri·cat·ing, pre·fab·ri·cates 1. To manufacture (a building or section of a building, for example) in advance, especially in standard sections that can be easily shipped and modular buildings, like Yale University's new Tomkat Hall dormitory and a privately owned upstate New York Upstate New York is the region of New York State north of the core of the New York metropolitan area. It has a population of 7,121,911 out of New York State's total 18,976,457. Were it an independent state, it would be ranked 13th by population. home, offer the unique advantage of combining a purchase with a rapid delivery time. The construction process, from start to completion, can be achieved within six months. For universities and other similar institutions, the dorms can be fully financed by the manufacturer, making this one of the most efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly construction techniques available. |
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