Rather than buildings of the future, prefabricated houses are increasingly a housing option for the present too. Far from the standardization clichés of the past, they now offer an increasingly vast range of customization and originality. Whether they are made of wood, concrete or steel, prefabricated modules arouse a lot of curiosity and guarantee a valid alternative for those looking for a second home for the holidays but not only. idealista/news illustrates models and construction methods for all needs and budgets.
Prices of prefabricated houses
THE prices of prefabricated houses, in Italy, can vary significantly depending on the material used (mainly concrete, steel and wood). Not only that, among the elements that directly impact turnkey costs there are also the finishes and technological equipment opted for (such as, for example, home automation equipment).
However, in the long run, a prefabricated house guarantees a savings on your bill due to the high degree of energy efficiency that it is able to guarantee (often, in fact, a photovoltaic system is opted for at the same time). In any case, we can state that the average price per square meter of a prefabricated house in Italy can fluctuate between 1,200 and 1,800 euros per square meter.
Prefabricated house materials
As already mentioned, especially in Italy, the main materials with which prefabricated houses are made are essentially three: wood, steel and concrete. However, the options are not limited to these materials. Furthermore, cases of modular homes created using 3D printing are not uncommon.
Prefabricated wooden houses
One of the main advantages of a prefabricated wooden house lies in the raw material itself. Wood, in fact, has been used for centuries in construction, because it is universally recognized as one of the best natural insulators, both from a thermal and acoustic point of view, so much so that a building with a building envelope composed of wooden elements is able to guarantee a very high standard of energy saving.
A prefabricated wooden houseequipped with a photovoltaic system, capable of producing more energy than it consumes for primary energy needs and which uses only renewable energy sources, has a basic cost of approximately 1,400 euros/m2 turnkey excluding foundations and statutory VAT.
Prefabricated concrete houses
The added values of a prefabricated concrete house also reside in the raw material itself with which they are made, which has always been a protagonist in the world of construction and guarantees efficiency and durability.
Indicatively, i costs for a prefabricated concrete house they do not differ too much from those for modular structures wood And steel (the construction process is also the same, with factory production and on-site assembly), i prices they can vary from 1500 to 1800 per square meter, always depending on how you want to personalize the home.
Prefabricated steel houses
Prefabricated steel houses, thanks to the raw material with which they are built, which at the same time manages to be resistant, light and flexible, they are homes that guarantee the best possible response to an earthquake. This without affecting the architectural appearance, which can be shaped as desired.
Who wants to bet on one prefabricated steel house with a home automation system, the price per m2 for a house exceeding 200 m2 is around 1450 euros per m2, while for a house of 110 m2 it is around 1600. The most advanced models of prefabricated steel houses they may be able to consume more energy than they consume to also reduce the costs of the energy bill.
Permits to build a prefabricated house
The steps and permits necessary to build a prefabricated house do not differ too much (in fact, almost not at all) from those required for traditional construction. As with any other type of building, in fact, if the land is not buildable, it cannot be built. Even for them prefabricated housesFurthermore, there is always an obligation not to build on agricultural land or land subject to landscape restrictions.
Prefab homes on Amazon
On Amazon, as we know, you can buy anything now. Even prefabricated houses. This is, for example, a mobile structure with a lockable door and window, toilets and lockers. Made of steel, it can be used as a warehouse, but also as a living space. Its cost varies depending on the size and features.
The prefabricated house combines functionality and elegant design. Its exterior has been build to resist strong winds and ensure durability in various weather conditions. According to the description of the structure, “its compact dimensions make it an ideal choice for those looking for a chic, yet practical living space”.
Designer prefabricated houses around the world
Throughout the world, there are many examples of prefabricated houses designed to solve housing problems which however do not leave aesthetic taste and design in the background. He is an example of this Essential Homes, a prototype of a prefabricated concrete house created to respond to the climate and migration emergency. A prototype, born from the collaboration between Norman Foster Foundation and Holcim which idealista/news was able to visit inside.
Furthermore, in many cases, a prefabricated house is the ideal solution for creating extra living space in villas, perhaps right in the garden. This is the case of the French company’s proposal Greenkub: a garden studio with one or two floors offering a living area ranging from 11 to 30 m2without requiring a building permit.
According to the company, “a Greenkub is a one- or two-story garden studio apartment that offers a living area ranging from 11 to 30 m2 without requiring building permits. To make the project valid, a simple prior declaration of work is sufficient. It can be away from the house or adjacent with direct access.”
