When the time comes to expand, sometimes the knee-jerk reaction is to call in a traditional contractor. However, that approach is no longer the only option, and it is rarely the most efficient.
Working with a specialist modular building manufacturer is a more modern, more innovative building solution. But in what situation should a business choose a modular office building instead of laying bricks?
If you want to add high-quality modular offices without bringing your daily operations to a halt, here are the scenarios where taking the off-site route makes the most sense.
When Time is of The Essence
If your business is growing quickly, you probably don’t have months (or years) to wait for a new workspace to be completed. Time spent waiting for an office is time your team spends working in cramped conditions, which can frustrate your staff, lower morale, and slow down your productivity. If you need a high-quality workspace ready as soon as possible, modular offices are perfect.
Your modular building will be created in a controlled factory, meaning any groundworks and foundations your site needs can be prepared at the exact same time as it is being constructed. Because these two major phases overlap, the overall timeframe of the project is massively reduced, often by up to 50%.
Additionally, with factory construction, there are no weather delays to hold up the builders, and the materials are always dry and ready to use. Your finished building arrives on site with only the final installation stage left to complete.
When You Cannot Afford Downtime
Building sites are famously noisy, muddy, and disruptive. Having one right outside your window from nine to five makes it hard to concentrate on reports, take phone calls, host client meetings, and get many other daily tasks done.
If your business needs to stay open and fully operational while you expand, off-site construction is one of the best paths you can take. The majority of the assembly is completed in a factory miles away from your staff. When the time comes for the modules to be delivered, the final installation process is quick and highly organised. This method lets you carry on with your day-to-day operations while you wait for your new space to be completed.
When You Want a Custom Workspace
Working with a specialist modular building manufacturer means you have complete control over the design from the very beginning. You can tailor every single part of the building to suit the specific way your team works and create a perfect fit for your brand.
Some common customisations include:
Creating unique room layouts with partition walls, such as open-plan areas, and quiet meeting rooms.
Using specific exterior claddings, brick slips, roof styles, and paint colours that blend in with existing company buildings
Positioning electrical plug sockets, wifi points, and energy-efficient lighting exactly where desks and equipment will be.
Including built-in facilities like washrooms, fitted kitchenettes, and heating systems.
Incorporating wide doorways, gentle access ramps, and accessible facilities.
When You Anticipate Future Change
The amount of space you need today might not be the space you need in three, five, or ten years. If you anticipate that your company will keep growing, modular buildings can grow right alongside you.
Standard brick buildings are permanently rooted to one spot, but modular spaces are designed to be flexible. Because they are made using connected modules, you can simply add more or take them away whenever your business requires. This also means that if you decide to relocate to a new town or industrial park, your building can be disconnected, transported on the back of a lorry, and safely set up at your new site.
When You Need to Meet Environmental Targets
A lot of businesses are actively looking for straightforward ways to reduce their impact on the environment. If sustainability is an important goal for your company, choosing modular construction can help to lower your footprint.
Waste reduction
Working in a clean factory environment allows materials to be measured accurately and stored safely, meaning less timber, steel, and insulation is thrown away due to weather damage or poor planning.
Fewer emissions
With the main construction happening off-site, there are fewer vehicle journeys needed to deliver raw materials and transport workers back and forth to your premises.
Energy efficiency
The finished buildings are well-insulated to modern standards and use highly efficient heating and cooling systems, which reduces the amount of energy needed to keep the rooms comfortable.
High-Quality Buildings from Phoenix Building Systems
At Phoenix Building Systems, we pride ourselves on making the whole journey as easy, friendly, and straightforward as possible. We take the time to sit down with you, understand exactly what you need, and deliver a custom solution that you and your team will love.
If you are ready to explore how a brand-new modular workspace could transform your business for the better, get in touch with our team today.