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The Build process

Husk: preparation

Site is cleared, levelled and depending upon ground condition compacted to an agreed level to support the modules.

If connection to water, waste and power are required these are brought to site in agreed positions prior to primary connection to the ‘Service’ module – Services can run either above ground with suitable protections or below ground to service individual modules or blocks.

Preparation site illustration

Husk: module build

The steel grillage is delivered in sections to site and installed, set level using adjustable foundation pads – it’s possible to use alternative or any retractable foundation systems.

All of the components arrive directly from the suppliers, pre-machined and flat pack. These are then built permanently into one of the three HUSK modules.

Module build illustration

Husk: connections

Once built modules are connected to the steel grillage and then joined using a range of off-the shelf HUSK approved plates, screws and through-bolts. Components are specified for their ability to be used and then reused on future HUSK deployments.

Connections illustration

Husk: cladding & roofing

Modules are clad with insulated cassettes of three sizes – These cassettes are attached to the modules using a standardised cladding rail and fastening system. This common system, allows for interchangeability between both suppliers and types of cladding on a single deployment or module.

Doors and windows are installed on to the module using standardised fittings designed to be interchangeable. As the door, window and module joining apertures can use the module connection points The fully insulated roofing cassettes are supplied in three size types and installed directly to the CLT module via a range of standard fixing – Watertight membrane flashing applied on site.

Connections illustration

Husk: completion

On completion of the standard HUSK build a whole range of standard or bespoke ancillary items can be added to the deployment.

Connections illustration
Husk architectural plan
Husk render

Husk: work with us

HUSK works with clients, architects and delivery teams to deliver flexible, resource-efficient buildings based on the principles of the Circular Economy.

With our partners at Claire Robertson Architects, alongside a network of specialist suppliers, contractors and engineers we collaborate — bringing together design quality and technical rigour.

HUSK is particularly well suited to urban infill, constrained sites and meanwhile use projects, where adaptability reuse and efficiency are critical.