New world prefabs could solve our housing crisis

New world prefabs could solve our housing crisis, say the experts – and we’re not talking about the future – we’re ahead of the game in the UK. Europe’s tallest modular (formerly known as prefabs) tower is now complete – and it’s in north London. The 29-storey structure is a student accommodation scheme developed by Tide Construction and Vision Modular Systems with 679 modules that will be ready for students to move into in September. The development will also include communal facilities, such as a cinema and a courtyard. The total build time was just 12 months, with the modules stacked up in just 13 weeks to the height of 90 metres. Designed by architects HTA Design LLP, the building has a BREAAM rating of Excellent. Apex House will be the fourth modular scheme that Tide Construction and Vision Modular Systems have completed in Wembley. Christy Hayes, CEO at Tide Construction, said, “We are delighted that both the Housing Minister Gavin Barwell and London Mayor Sadiq Khan have made off-site construction a priority in the capital to help ease the strain on London’s housing supply. Modular construction provides a much faster alternative to traditional construction without compromising on the quality of the building, or…