Las casas modulares ofrecen una flexibilidad única para crecer según tus necesidades.
¡Sí, totalmente! – La flexibilidad y la capacidad de ampliación They are two of the most interesting advantages of the modular construction system. We think of our houses as living systems that can grow and adapt to your future needs.
The possibility of expanding your house is an important consideration from the initial design phase. If you think you might need more space in the future (a new bedroom, an office, a playroom…), we can plan it from the start.
How is it done?
1. Preliminary Planning: In the original design, we can leave the structure “prepared” for a future expansion. This means designing the connection points, anticipating the passage of installations, and positioning the house on the plot so that the expansion is legal and urbanistically possible.
2. Addition of New Modules : The most common way to expand is by adding new modules. These are manufactured in our facilities, transported to your plot, and connected to the existing structure. The connection is quick and the inconveniences are minimal.
3. Horizontal or Vertical Expansion: The expansion can be on the ground floor (adding modules to the sides) or, if the structure was designed for it, vertically (adding a new floor).
Expanding a modular house is a process faster, cleaner and more economical than expanding a traditional house. It is a house that grows with you.,
Once the house is yours, you can make modifications just like in any other home, but you must take into account the nature of the structure.
Here we differentiate between two types of modifications:
Simple Modifications
These are those that do not affect the structure or the main installations. You have complete freedom to:
Paint walls in other colors.
Change the floors.
Renovate the kitchen or bathrooms.
Install shelves, curtains, etc.
Create or remove plasterboard partitions that are not structural. The majority of interior partitions serve a simple space distribution function.
Complex Modifications
They are the ones that affect load-bearing elements or general installations. For these, it is essential that you contact us or a qualified technician..
Remove or modify load-bearing walls: Never do it without a technical study! The safety of the house depends on them. Our M-STAK system gives us a lot of information about which walls are structural and which are not.
Open new windows or doors on the facade: It is possible, but it requires a study to ensure that the structure or the building's watertightness is not compromised.
Major changes to the installations: Modifying the general plumbing or electrical wiring should be done by a professional.
In case of doubt, always consult us. We will give you the best advice so that any change is made with total safety.,
The process of adding a new module is surprisingly simple and minimally invasive, especially when compared to a traditional expansion project.
The general steps are as follows:
1. Preliminary Study and Design: You get in touch with us. Our team of architects studies the feasibility of the extension (urban planning regulations, space on the plot) and designs the new module according to your needs. It is defined how it will connect with the existing house.
2. Procedures and License: An extension requires a construction license. We take care of preparing the technical project and obtaining the permit from the town hall.
3. Parallel Fabrication: While the license is being processed, we manufacture the new module in our facilities. This is a huge advantage, as you don't have to endure construction in your home during this time.
4. On-site preparation: A few days before the module arrives, our team prepares the expansion area. This may involve doing a small foundation for the new module and preparing the joint point on the facade of your current home. The inconvenience is minimal.
5. Installation Day\u003a The new module arrives in a truck and, in a matter of hours, a crane places it in its spot and anchors it to the existing structure.
6. Final Touches\u003a In the following days, the finishing and installation work is carried out so that the expansion is perfectly integrated, inside and out.
The result is more space in record time and with many fewer hassles.,
Yes, it's one of the great advantages of dry construction! Changing the interior layout of a Moodul house is much easier, faster and cleaner than in a brick house.
The key is that the majority of the interior partitions are not load-bearing walls\. They are laminated gypsum panels (Pladur type) with acoustic insulation inside, mounted on a lightweight metal structure. Their function is simply to divide spaces.
This means you can:
Join two rooms: Have the kids moved out and you want to combine their bedrooms to create a large suite? It can be done easily.
Divide a large space: Do you need a new office in a corner of the hall? A new partition can be erected with minimal work.
Move a door in place.
What limitations are there?
Structural Walls: The walls that are part of the main structure of the house cannot be touched. When we hand over the house, we provide you with the technical documentation where these walls are clearly identified.
* Hamedas Zones and Installations: Moving a bathroom or a kitchen is more complex, as it involves modifying plumbing and sanitation installations. It is possible, but it is a larger-scale project.
This flexibility allows you to adapt your home to the different stages of your life with an unimaginable ease in traditional construction.,
The cost of a future expansion is variable and depends on many factors, but we can give you some general guidelines. The price will be composed of several items:
1. Module Cost: It is the main item. It includes the module itself manufactured with its interior and exterior finishes, carpentry, etc. The price per square meter is usually similar to that of the original house.
2. Cost of Logistics and Assembly: Includes the transport of the module from the factory and the rental of the crane needed for its installation. This is a fixed cost that can have more impact on small extensions.
3. Foundation and On-site Preparation: A small foundation must be built for the new module and prepare the connection with the existing house.
4. Technical and Licensing Costs: Includes the architect's fees for the expansion project and the rates and taxes associated with the building permit.
Economic advantages of modular expansion:
Fewer unforeseen events: When manufactured in a controlled environment, the module budget is closed and without surprises.
Lower indirect costs: Because it is a much faster process, you save on rental costs if you had to move during a traditional construction.
* Resource optimization: If the expansion was anticipated in the original design, many of the costs are optimized.
We will give you a detailed and transparent budget of all costs before starting any expansion process.,
Adding a basement or underground garage to an already built house is a process extremely complex, costly and, in most cases, unfeasible or inadvisable.
The main reason is that the house's foundation is already built and designed to support the dwelling as it is. Excavating below or next to the existing foundation to build a basement could:
Compromise the stability of the house: It is a high structural risk operation. It would require very sophisticated and expensive reinforcement and containment systems.
Have an exorbitant cost: The cost of a project of this type would be far higher than having built the basement from the beginning.
The recommendation is clear: ALWAYS plan the basement or garage from the start.
If you need more storage or parking space in the future and didn't do it at the beginning, there are much safer and cheaper alternatives:
Build an attached surface garage or storage unit: It can be added as an additional module or built traditionally next to the house.
Install pergolas or light garages: To protect vehicles without the need for major construction.
* Add a storage module: A small additional module can serve as an excellent storage shed or workshop.
If you're considering the possibility of having a basement, even if you're not sure, it's much better to include it in the initial project. The cost difference is manageable. Doing it later is a nightmare.,
A modular expansion is incredibly fast compared to a traditional expansion! The total time usually ranges between 2-4 months from when you decide to expand until you can enjoy the new space.
Time breakdown:
Design and project: 2-3 weeks
License processing: 4-8 weeks (depends on the city council)
Module manufacturing: 4-6 weeks (in parallel with licenses)
On-site preparation: 2-3 days
Module installation: 1 day
Finishes and connections: 3-5 days
Advantages of the modular process:
Work in parallel: While licenses are being processed, we already manufacture your module
Minimal inconveniences: Only 1 week of real work in your house
No weather dependency: The manufacturing is done in a factory
No coordination of trades: Everything is planned and coordinated
In a traditional expansion, the process can take 6-12 months with constant discomfort. With Moodul, you expand your home almost without noticing!,
Yes, it is possible to add a second floor! But it is essential that this possibility be planned from the initial design of your house.
Requirements to add a second floor:
Calculated structure: The original foundation and structure must be sized to support the additional weight
Prepared design: The anchor points and connections must be planned from the beginning
Urban planning regulations: The city council must allow the additional height on your plot
Vertical access: Space for the staircase must have been planned
Vertical expansion process:
1. Structural study: We verify that the structure can support the additional load
2. Technical project: We design the new plant and process licenses
3. Manufacturing: The new module is manufactured in our facilities
4. Installation: A crane places the module on the existing structure
5. Connections: Structural joints and installations are performed
If it was not initially anticipated:
Adding a second floor afterwards is technically complex and expensive, as it may require reinforcing the existing structure.
Recommendation: If you think you might need more space in the future, plan it from the start! It's much more efficient and economical.,
Excellent question! Based on our experience, these are the most requested extensions by our clients:
TOP 5 of the most popular extensions:
1. Additional bedroom (40%)
Arrival of a new baby
Guest room
Convertible office/studio
2. Home office/office (25%)
Remote work post-pandemic
Independent professional space
Children's study area
3. Additional living/entertainment room (15%)
Children's playroom
Entertainment zone
Reading/relaxation room
4. Expanded master suite (10%)
Larger master bedroom
En suite bathroom
Separate walk-in closet
5. Kitchen/dining room expansion (10%)
Bigger American kitchen
Independent dining area
Pantry/office
Current trends:
Multipurpose spaces: Rooms that can change use
Indoor-outdoor connection: Enclosed porches, galleries
Wellness zones: Gym, spa, sauna
Which of these expansions fits best with your future plans? We can help you plan it from now!,
