Volumetric modules and pods
Complete rooms, finished in the factory and craned into place.
How the system works
Volumetric construction builds the building as finished three-dimensional modules. Each module is a complete room or section, with structure, insulation, windows, wiring, plumbing and interior finishes done in the factory. On site, modules are craned onto foundations, joined together and connected to services.
Our prefabricated solutions, from the CORE module to living PODS, combine speed and quality to deliver versatile accommodation. Bathroom and kitchen pods can also be supplied on their own and dropped into other buildings, taking the most complex, time-consuming rooms off site.
Typical specification
- Module
- A complete room or section, finished in the factory
- Structure
- Steel or light steel frame
- Factory-fitted
- Insulation, windows, wiring, plumbing and interior finishes
- Pods
- Bathroom and kitchen pods, supplied in modules or on their own
- Stacking
- Single and multi-storey, with engineering
- Used for
- Homes, villas, hotels, worker accommodation, student housing and clinics
Typical values. Exact specifications depend on the product and your project.
Key benefits
Why clients choose this system.
Fastest on site
With most work done in the factory, buildings can be completed on site in weeks.
Highest factory content
More of the building is made under controlled conditions, so quality is consistent.
Less disruption
Short site programmes mean less noise, mess and traffic for neighbours.
Repeatable
Ideal for hotels, villas and accommodation with many similar rooms.
Pods save time
Bathrooms are usually the slowest rooms to build. Pods arrive finished and tested.
Weather-proof
Factory work carries on whatever the weather.
Things to consider
Every system has trade-offs. Here's what we'll talk through with you.
Transport and access
Modules are large, so road access and space for a crane need checking at the start.
Design early
Layouts are fixed before production, so decisions need to be made earlier than in a traditional build.
From our gallery
A selection of recent enVision buildings.
What we build with this system
The services where this system is often a good fit.
Residential Modular Buildings
Single-storey homes, multi-family residences and custom designs, built faster than a traditional house.
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Modular Holiday Homes & Villas
Premium villas and cabins for resorts, private estates and holiday rentals.
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Worker Accommodation Modular Buildings
Camps for remote sites, long-term project housing and seasonal quarters, deployed quickly.
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Commercial Modular Buildings
Offices, retail, education and healthcare buildings that open sooner.
View serviceBuilt in the factory. Finished on your site.
Built in sections
Each module is made in a controlled factory environment, away from the weather, with strict quality control.
Delivered to site
Finished sections are transported to your site while the groundwork is prepared.
Assembled into one building
Modules are joined into a single, cohesive structure, with site work completed in as little as four weeks.
Volumetric modules & pods: questions answered
What is volumetric modular construction?
Building in complete three-dimensional modules, each a finished room or section, which are craned into place and joined on site.
What is a bathroom pod?
A complete bathroom built and tested in the factory, then delivered as one unit and installed in a building.
How tall can volumetric buildings be?
Single and multi-storey buildings are common, and taller buildings are possible with structural engineering.
Is volumetric more expensive?
It can cost more per unit than simpler systems, but faster completion, consistent quality and less site work often make it better value, especially for hotels, villas and accommodation.
Other modular solutions
- SIPs panel systemStructural insulated panels with an EPS or PIR foam core: strong, airtight and highly insulated walls, floors and roofs.
- Light gauge steel (LGS)Precision-made galvanised steel frames that won't rot, warp or attract termites, for homes, extensions and commercial buildings.
- Ready modules from ChinaFactory-finished modules sourced from China, shipped to Indonesia and installed on your site. A cost-effective route for camps, offices and housing.
- Flat-pack & expandable container housesContainer-sized units shipped flat or folded, then assembled or unfolded on site in a short time. Ideal for site offices and temporary camps.
- Shipping container buildingsConverted steel shipping containers for cafes, retail, offices, studios and homes with a strong industrial look.
- Composite sandwich panel buildingsSteel-faced insulated panels with PU/PIR, EPS or rockwool cores. Our system for mine camps, warehouses and site buildings.
Is this system right for your project?
Tell us what you're planning and we'll recommend the best modular solution for your design, budget and site.