Hayes Modular

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Award Winner : Hayes Modular

Architectural Excellence : The challenge was difficult but necessary. If Hayes Modular Group wanted to develop a new 51,000 SF student housing project at Baylor University, it had to do so by preserving the historical significance of a adjacent Milton Scott designed structure. The challenge: Use 21st century building techniques that focus on efficiency and connectivity and have it properly compliment a local historical masterpiece that has endured the test of time thru its strength of design and the beauty of simplicity.
We started by using the thought process that a modular solution is a method of construction, not a function of design. The interior was designed as Class A Student Living project. it included stainless steel appliances, hardwood laminates, granite counters, private bathrooms and a landscape and pool package worthy of resort living.
Result of the challenge? We were able to build a highly efficient structure that blended in practically and gracefully with the character of the century old communi

Cost Energy Effectiveness : The long term practicality of this modular multi family structure has already started to pay off for our investors. We have a very high occupancy rate that is being driven by the high end finishes, energy efficiency inherent to modular construction and the serenity created by the 10 inch wall systems between all living spaces.
Hayes Modular was able to work with the City of Waco’s Tax Increment Financing program that made this project an economic homerun. This TIF program is designed to motivate developers to improve a neighborhood and strengthen the local tax base.
The 51,000 SF structure was issued a Certificate of Occupancy 10 months after the building permit was issued. This rapid speed of construction allowed Hayes Modular to collect revenue on the project for 10 months during our 18 month interest only construction period.

Design Firm Name : Hayes Modular

Engineering Firm Name : Hayes Modular

Green Building Description : White TPO Roofing was installed which is extremely durable and heat reflective. The exterior of the building has Green E Board behind the brick which eliminates the use of TyVek and is water/mold resistant, has the highest flame and smoke rating. The foundation was designed and allows full access under the belly of the building for easy repairs and a master drain connected to the city collection system with fans that keep moisture from building up. The 10" walls throughout the interior of this building make it a quiet and peaceful living experience. Granite counter tops throughout and all low flow fixtures where used on the interior. The building was placed strategically on the site placing all windows away from the morning and afternoon sun. HVAC was not installed in the corridors to save energy. Fire Caulk was used on all penetrations during framing. LED ceiling fans and bulbs were used throughout. Overall creating a quiet and energy efficient living experience.

Installer Firm Name : Hayes Modular

Occupied Date : 8/1/2015

Owner Firm Name : Hayes Modular

Production Start Date : 1/1/2015

Project Location City : Waco

Project Location State Name : Texas

Technical Innovation : The use of offsite modular construction greatly reduced the impact on the community that is inevitable on a construction project of this magnitude. Working with the City of Waco, we implemented tightly controlled modular delivery process that was designed to function without burdening the community.
The foundation design for this project allowed for innovated thoughts for the installation and speed of the MEP infrastructure. We were able to install almost all infrastructures above grade in a crawl space that is typically required to be installed underground on slab built structures. This innovated thinking and design allowed for several weeks to be reduced off the typical foundation installation. We not only saved thousands of dollars, but we also have access to the crawlspace for future repairs and maintenance.
The ventless and pressurized crawl space was also designed to allow us to create grade and drainage around our building to give the appearance of a slab on grade structure

Total Square Feet : 51000