Ewelina Woźniak-Szpakiewicz, Chief Executive Officer of Dmdmodular, is a familiar face on the international offsite scene and outlines a recent Energy -efficient volumetric modular project undertaken in Poland.

Being the fourth-largest CO2 emitter in 2019, after China, the United States, and India, the EU is leading the transition towards becoming the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050. To achieve this goal, member states are deeply committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions originated by their economies and particularly the ones generated by the construction sector.

In this context, DMDmodular has recently achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing a relevant energy-efficient housing project, fully financed by EU funds, that tackles the industry’s most pressing challenges. This energy-efficient multi-family building, emerged as a response to an initiative led by the Polish National Center for Research and Development, titled: ‘Energy and Process-Efficient Modular Construction’ and was designed and built using a volumetric modular system. It was developed by DMDmodular in collaboration with researchers, architects, and technologists.

The project comprises 29 apartments ranging in size from 45 to 70sq m, and it were delivered through 56 fully finished and furnished modules. These modules – manufactured at DMDmodular’s facility near Kraków – were transported and assembled in Mysłowice, Poland during July 2023.

The showcased multi-family building integrates innovative solutions that enable a positive energy balance, resulting in surplus energy generation. It incorporates cutting-edge air handling units with 95% air recovery efficiency, moisture recovery systems, ceiling-based heating and cooling through capillary mats, thermal energy storage, and thermal energy recovery from sewage tanks. The building solely relies on renewable energy sources for its energy needs and integrates measures to minimise water consumption and the overall carbon footprint.

This building stands as a technology demonstrator, offering an invaluable scalable and global solution for both local governments and private investors developing projects across the countries. Energy efficient modular technology can effectively address the housing shortage and energy crisis, as well as rising construction costs associated with traditional methods.

The project is defined by its superior quality finishing, energy efficiency, and remarkably rapid construction timeline of just four months. This high quality, energy efficient and quick delivery method not only can help alleviate housing shortages and the immediate need of building solutions to rebuild Ukraine (only 250km from the Ukrainian border), but also significantly enhances returns on investment in the build-to-rent sector, encompassing hospitality, PRS ventures, co-living initiatives and student accommodations, compared to conventional construction techniques.

The experience gained by DMDmodular has facilitated the establishment of a seamlessly integrated supply chain which for investors translates to a more stable project execution and cost predictability, which highlight the advantages of DMDmodular technology over traditional methods.

Poland offers a sustainable and efficient supply chain which is a perfect environment for DMDmodular, focused on turnkey modular units. The country has become one of the hottest manufacturing clusters in Europe as the economy continues to perform strongly being among the three fastest-growing economies in the EU. Poland is a major producer and supplier to the automotive industry and a leading manufacturing position in the windows industry in the EU. And it holds the fourth position in the world as an exporter, and sixth place as a producer in the furniture industry. Thanks to the stable and credible local supply chain, DMD claims to be the attractive and reliable business partner for the UK construction market.

DMD MODULAR

DMDmodular is an award-winning company focusing on the housing and hospitality industries, delivering unique volumetric modular solutions to international markets. Noteworthy recent developments are PBSA schemes in Scotland, Denmark, and Switzerland and numerous houses for recreational parks in the Benelux region. The company is presently engaged in several hotel projects, encompassing establishments in the UK and Belgium. DMD earned international recognition by securing an award in the Green Building Category for its innovative co-living modular solution implemented in Paris.

For more information visit: www.dmdmodular.com

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02. Ewelina Woźniak-Szpakiewicz, Chief Executive Officer, DMDmodular 01., 03., 04. Poland is a key global centre for the development of offsite systems

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