September 25, 2008

Development team tries out modular construction

Image courtesy of GGLO [enlarge]

The modular development called Hillsdale Heights will include 60 apartments, 50 townhomes, a community center and green space.

HILLSDALE HEIGHTS, a 110-unit housing community, will be the Tacoma Housing Authority's first project designed with modules. It also will be the first modular project for architect GGLO and contractor Absher Construction.

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