Modular Design

Modular Design

Share this

Simplicity in design does not exclude deep thought and strategic planning – modular design is a manifestation of this idea and is a level of design thinking that can be utilized at any scale.

At the macro level, modularity breaks a project into smaller, more digestible, parts that can be repeated and assembled to create a larger whole.

An initial layout of programmatic requirements for a project can become a singular design element repeated and combined into one cohesive building. The early modules address and unite; space needs, critical adjacencies, and circulation requirements, while the repetition allows for streamlined design and construction.

A distinct advantage of a modular approach is that it allows the design to be scaled, vertically or horizontally, to accommodate any potential growth or changes to a facility’s overall program need. Designing with modular systems not only creates a more efficiently designed building but also keeps costs lower through operation and construction efficiencies provided by off-site prefabrication.

Related Articles

Design Technology by Architectural Resources

Design Technology

A|r was one of the first firms in the country to integrate full scale Building Information Modeling (BIM) project execution into our practice. Our team leverages BIM capabilities to create highly intelligent models, providing sophisticated visualizations which inform and optimize design, budget and schedules.

Waterfront Restoration Design

Waterways

Our great waterways create a sense of place and connect us to the industrial heritage of our region. We have teamed with community stakeholders to build inviting civic spaces and bolster community engagement within these important spaces.

Understanding Place - February Blog Post from Arch Res

Understanding Place

One of the earliest steps in our design process is illustrating the forces that will affect a future design. It is imperative for us to understand how a new project will interact with its surroundings, make us feel, appear throughout the season, and accommodate the needs of future occupants.

The Grid- Architecture Resources

Introducing the Grid

Introducing the Grid, our newest addition to Buffalo’s inventory of distinct residential facilities

find

Buffalo Office
505 Franklin Street Buffalo, NY 14202

NewYork Office
303 West 13th Street New York, NY 10014

Connect