European manufacturing
From the factory to your plot, module by module.
A MODUL’OPEN home is made of volumetric modules manufactured in a factory, in Europe. Each module is designed, built, inspected and protected, then transported and assembled on your plot. Here is that journey, step by step.
- Journey
- Five steps, from design to assembly
- System
- Volumetric modules
- Production
- Factory-built, in Europe
The journey in detail
Five steps, one standard of precision.
Each step has its role, its tasks and its checkpoints. Together, they form a project thought through from start to finish, from the first sketch to the last module set in place.
01Design
A project designed to be manufactured.
It all starts with composing your home from volumetric modules: architecture, structure, and manufacturing and transport constraints are studied together.
What happens
Based on your needs, your plot and the chosen configuration, the project is broken down into modules. Plans, structure, services and finishes are coordinated, then translated into manufacturing drawings for the factory.
Why it matters
The more precise the project is upfront, the less room it leaves for improvisation. Design geared to the factory aims to make manufacturing, transport and installation more reliable.
Checkpoints
- Feasibility with regard to the plot and access
- Consistency between architecture, structure and services
- Manufacturing drawings finalized before production starts
02Manufacturing
Modules manufactured in the factory, in Europe.
The modules take shape in prefabrication factories, sheltered from the weather, following organized assembly sequences.
What happens
Each module is assembled at a dedicated workstation: floor, frame, walls, integrated services, then finishes, depending on the level of prefabrication planned for the project.
Why it matters
A controlled environment allows more consistent, more precise work than outdoors. Manufacturing moves forward while the plot is being prepared, which aims to shorten the overall project timeline — depending on the configuration, the site and the permits.
Checkpoints
- Compliance with the manufacturing drawings
- Module geometry and squareness
- Integrated services checked before the walls are closed
To be providedOur manufacturing sites will appear on this page’s map as soon as their details have been verified.
03Quality control
Verify in the factory rather than correct on site.
Inspections accompany manufacturing at every step, followed by a final check before each module is shipped.
What happens
Checkpoints are defined for each manufacturing step: dimensions, assemblies, services and finishes. Any deviations are dealt with in the factory, before the module leaves.
Why it matters
Rework in the factory takes less time and fewer resources than rework on site. These inspections aim to deliver modules that are ready to install.
Checkpoints
- Dimensional and squareness checks
- Inspection of integrated services
- Finish inspection before shipping
To be providedThe detailed inspection protocol will be presented here once approved.
Between the factory and the road
Preparing each module for the journey.
A finished module must arrive on the plot in the condition it left the factory. Its preparation is an integral part of manufacturing.
Protection
Facades, openings and sensitive parts are protected against the weather and against chafing in transit.
Blocking and tie-down
The module rests on blocks and is strapped down to stay stable during loading and on the road.
Lifting points
Lifting points are prepared for safe handling, from loading at the factory through to installation.
Labeling
Each module is labeled according to its installation order, for smooth unloading on site.
04Transport
Logistics planned before the first kilometer.
Transporting a module is planned alongside the project itself: its dimensions, its route and its arrival on the plot are studied upfront.
What happens
The modules are loaded onto suitable trailers and carried by road along a pre-studied route. Deliveries are scheduled with progress on site, so that each module arrives when it is due to be installed.
Why it matters
Coordinated delivery limits on-site storage, waiting times and extra handling.
Checkpoints
- Route and access checked before departure
- Load securing checked at loading
- Condition of the modules checked on arrival
Road constraints
What the road demands of the project.
Road transport shapes the design of the modules and the organization of the site. These constraints are studied for each project.
Road size limits
A module’s width, height and length are designed for road travel. Beyond certain sizes, an oversize-load convoy and special permits may be required.
Route
Bridges, structures, roundabouts, tight bends, village crossings: the route to the plot is studied before delivery.
Site access
Road width, slope, ground bearing capacity and maneuvering space determine how trucks reach the installation area.
Lifting
The crane’s position, its reach and any obstacles — power lines, trees, neighboring buildings — are checked upfront.
Time slots and permits
Temporary road occupancy, traffic hours, neighbors: the formalities are handled ahead of time, in step with the site schedule.
Weather
Wind and bad weather can affect lifting: the schedule includes a margin to adapt.
Logistics sheet
- Maximum module dimensions
- To be confirmed
- Indicative module weight
- Technical specifications pending validation
- Delivery area
- To be provided
- Lifting equipment
- Defined for each project, depending on the site
- Site access
- Studied during the feasibility analysis
Reference data being validated by MODUL’OPEN. It will be published here, without approximation.
05Assembly
On site, the house is set in place module by module.
On the plot, the foundations are ready. Assembly begins: a site phase designed to be shorter and less disruptive than traditional construction, depending on the configuration, the site and the permits.
What happens
The modules are lifted by crane and set on their foundations in the planned order, then aligned, fixed and connected to each other and to the utilities. Joint finishes and the final works are carried out on site.
Why it matters
With most of the work done in the factory, the site work focuses on installation, connections and finishes, which aims to limit disruption for the neighbors.
Checkpoints
- Foundations inspected before installation
- Alignment and fixing of each module
- Connections and finishes checked before handover
The installation sequence
- 01
Foundations ready
Supports built and inspected as per the project, utility stub-outs in place.
- 02
Delivery
The modules arrive in the planned installation order.
- 03
Lifting and setting
Each module is lifted, set down, then aligned on its supports.
- 04
Connections
Module-to-module connections, services and envelope continuity.
- 05
Finishes
Joint treatment, exterior and interior finishes.
Schedule drawn up for each project
The duration of assembly depends on the number of modules, site access, the weather and the finishes to be completed on site. That is why we do not give a generic duration.
Sites and markets
Where we manufacture, where we deliver.
The map will show our manufacturing sites and the markets we serve, only once this information has been verified.
Legend
- Manufacturing sites
- Markets served
- European countries
Manufacturing sites and markets served are to be provided — they will appear here once validated.
Hover over or tap a country to identify it. With the keyboard: arrow keys to browse, Esc to clear.
Lambert azimuthal equal-area projection, centered on 52° N, 10° E · Natural Earth base map (1:110,000,000 scale)
Manufacturing sites and markets served are to be provided — they will appear here once validated.
Common questions
Manufacturing, transport, installation: your questions.
A question about your plot or your project? Our team is here to answer.
Contact usWhere are MODUL’OPEN modules manufactured?
The modules are manufactured in factories in Europe. Our manufacturing sites will be presented on this page, with their locations, as soon as their details have been verified.
Why manufacture in a factory rather than on site?
The factory offers a controlled environment: organized workstations, suitable tooling, work sheltered from the weather. Manufacturing can move forward while the plot is being prepared, which aims to shorten the time on site — depending on the configuration, the site and the permits.
Are the modules inspected before they leave?
Yes. Inspections accompany every manufacturing step and a final check is carried out before shipping. The detailed inspection protocol will be presented here once approved.
How big is a module?
Dimensions depend on the project and on road transport constraints. The reference dimensions of our modules will be published here as soon as they have been validated.
How are the modules brought to the plot?
By road, after a study of the route and access. Depending on their dimensions, some loads may require special permits. The arrangements are defined for each project.
Does my plot need to be accessible to a crane?
The modules are installed using lifting equipment. Truck access, the crane’s position and any obstacles are studied during your project’s feasibility analysis.
How long does on-site assembly take?
It depends on the number of modules, site access, the weather and the finishes to be completed on site. A schedule is drawn up for each project: we do not give a generic duration.
Do you deliver throughout Europe?
The markets we serve will be shown on the map as soon as they have been verified. To find out whether your project can be studied, contact us.
Your project
Let’s talk about your plot and your home.
Every project is studied according to the plot, the desired configuration and access conditions. Compose your home or write to us.