Hoban Construction Applies Modular Construction Method to Asan Tangjeong Middle School Expansion Project

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Min-young] Hoban Construction is accelerating the activation of smart construction through proactive open innovation.

Hoban Construction announced on the 27th that it will apply modular construction methods to the expansion project of Asan Tangjeong Middle School in Asan-si, Chungcheongnam-do.

The expansion project of Asan Tangjeong Middle School is a five-story building including one basement floor and four above-ground floors, consisting of 8 classrooms and other auxiliary facilities. The project is scheduled to begin construction next month and be completed in the first half of 2023.

The modular construction method is an off-site construction (OSC) approach where the main framework and basic finishing materials are manufactured in a factory and then assembled on-site. Modular construction enables shortening of construction time and allows for high-quality work through smart construction.

Hoban Construction also minimizes on-site work by utilizing ‘BUILDIT-M’ from the AI architectural design startup ‘Ten Eleven’. In particular, this project actively incorporates new technologies such as smart design applying steel BIM (Building Information Modeling), and installation of smart film blinds with heat-blocking and soundproofing performance (on some windows). It is expected to be the first modular building for educational facilities to meet Zero Energy Building (ZEB) standards and Energy Efficiency Grade (1++).

A Hoban Construction official said, "Hoban Construction applied the modular construction method to prioritize students’ academic schedules and safety during the expansion," adding, "We continue to strive to introduce new construction technologies and smart construction technologies at various sites."

Meanwhile, Hoban Construction and Plan H Ventures have been investing in and collaborating with Ten Eleven since 2019. Last year, Hoban Construction and Ten Eleven built and donated the Seocho Child Protection Center using modular construction technology.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.