Modular design is not a new concept. There are companies all around the world currently working on modular building concepts, but none are built and adapt so readily and quickly like the Pop-Up Modular concept.
Archigram was an architectural group formed in the 1960s that was interested in showcasing the extreme opposite of the urban landscapes of the day. They looked for inspiration from technology to create a hypothetical projects. They wanted adaptability in their designs.
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In its early history, Sears sold prefabricated houses through its modern home series catalogue . You ordered one of their house plans from the catalog and received it in easy-to-construct sections. All you had to do was provide a plot of land and labor.
Below are all options that take on the idea of changing dynamics in compartmental ways
Container ship buildings
Micro Apartments
Is an Australian company that has a wide range of educational buildings amongst their portfolio.