PreFABulous

Many people do not know the concept of "prefabricated homes" so I am going to educate you a bit on this amazing concept.  My favorite Prefab homes are designed by the talented Michelle Kaufmann

Prefabricated homes are "Modular home constructed using three-dimensional boxes or "modules".  The home is built to site-built code, but created in a factory...Several modules can be connected side-by-side or stacked to create a finished home.  When completed, modular homes are composed of several modules fastened together."  via

Green Home designed by Kaufmann at Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

Dining room

2nd Level

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Gliding House

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Some benefits of Michelle Kaufmann's prefab homes:

*Modular factories achieve 50% to 75% less waste

*Exceeds structural requirements, creating a stronger solid home

*Time frame greatly reduced

*Homes are 90&-95% completed upon arrival to site

*Designed based on six principals; 1.  Thoughtful design, 2.  Efficient Materials (green/sustainable materials), 3.  Energy Conservation, 4.  Water Efficiency, 5.  Healthy Spaces, 6.  Systems Built

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Michelle Kaufmann also has an amazing book all about her Prefabricated homes called, "PrefabGreen"

You can buy the book HERE or on AMAZON

Myself as a designer who is so enthusiastic and passionate about sustainability, really admire and consider Michelle Kaufmann one of my role models.  She is making a difference in the design world as well as contributing to our precious Mother Earth.  I only wish and hope that one day I will live in a Michelle Kaufmann prefab-ulous home.  You go girl!

LIVE WELL.  LIVE PURE.

sami