Modern methods of construction (MMC)

Modern methods of construction (MMC) can often provide quicker, cheaper and more sustainable ways of constructing buildings. This makes them an attractive solution for today’s designers, and construction professionals are increasingly being introduced to them on projects.

• Modern methods of construction (MMC) are increasingly common in today’s building designs.
• While often offering cheaper, quicker or more sustainable options, new construction methods can also introduce a number of additional risks, both during and after the building phase.

However, MMC can also introduce added risks at the construction stage and require extra precautions throughout a building’s lifetime.

We look at some of the leading modern materials and building methods and highlight the key considerations for customers when working with them.