Putting the Pieces Together: Understanding Off-Site Wood-Frame Construction

The last few years have seen a significant increase in the use of off-site construction methods for wood-frame multi-family and commercial buildings. Although the choice to frame on site versus some level of prefabrication depends on many factors, prefabricated and modular construction can offer a number of benefits, including faster construction, improved material efficiency and worker safety, enhanced quality assurance, and reduced material, labor and interest costs. This presentation will explore various levels of off- site wood-frame construction on multi-family and commercial projects. Prefabrication, and full modular unit options will be discussed, along with the market trends and construction innovations that have led to their increased use.

Speaker: Chelsea Drenick, SE | WoodWorks

Credits: Attendees can earn 2 AIA/CES HSW LUs, 2 PDH credits or 0.2 ICC credits

Online Attendees:

• WoodWorks will send each attendee a certificate of completion within 2 weeks via email.
• Please note that to receive a certificate, attendees must stay for the duration of the event.

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Jaime Krohn, CMP | jaime@woodworks.org | (312) 841-8272

Image: Alvera / DJR Architecture & Design / photo Korey Kevin Studio