brio54 | mobile + modern green prefab homes
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what makes us tick  + modern green design, social responsibility, light, and a streamlined building process.
unique, practical modernism + we are committed to providing modern people with an environment that reflects their personal and functional needs.
bright, light-filled interiorsall our product lines feature high-end custom oversized windows & doors, delivering bright, light-filled interiors; a trademark of high-end modern design.
choose your shade of green + we believe in conserving our natural resources and creating healthy non-toxic living environments. But we also believe in choice! You decide how green you want to be, or can afford to be.
toward a sustainable economy + as a socially responsible business that delivers 'affordable quality' through value-driven pricing policies, we believe in a sustainable economy that serves the people, not in people serving the economy.
solutions
design rules, period! + strongly believe that prefabrication should NOT dictate design. After all, it is the quality of the design that shapes our private and public spaces, not the ease or speed of its construction.
pragmatic & cost effective + our pragmatic approach to prefabrication combines the unique advantages of both on- and off-site construction into one ‘hybrid solution’.
_this innovative delivery method overcomes the typical limitations of modular prefabrication, such as restrictions in size, form, and construction techniques.
_at the same time, it eliminates the drawbacks of custom, on-site construction such as cost overruns, and an extended unpredictable design & construction period.
_in addition overall cost reductions are achieved by 1) eliminating markups and overhead costs associated with local general contractors, electricians, plumbers and modular prefabricators; and 2) through special volume pricing agreements with our component manufacturers and suppliers.
our packages include + a panelized home kit with professional nationwide permitting & installation, offering various degrees of owner-involvement:
turn-key* **
is our move-in ready solution. We provide construction management and installation.
U-install* **
we install the dry-in kit with exterior finishes & deliver all additional materials.
U-decide* **
we install the dry-in kit & do not provide you with any additional materials or labor.
* all site related work, including excavation and the crushed stone base is excluded, so are permit costs, the local engineering review, the utility laterals & temp. utilities.
** we provide you with a set of drawings. You are responsible for site plans, septic systems, the engineering review, pulling the permits, and preparing the site for our crew. We will support you throughout the entire pre-construction process.
H1_suburban house type
overview  + Single family 4 bedroom home for 1 to 2 acre down-sloping suburban lots with a min. building envelope of 42 x 72 feet.
comfort + centralized high efficiency temperature, moisture and ventilation control system + large amounts of natural lighting
health  + low to no formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) finishes
conservation  + dual flush WC; solar thermal water heating + energy star rated bosch and miele appliances + grohe watersense fixtures + brac greywater recycling system +  solar PV grid tie system, insulated concrete forms (ICF's) + prefabricated advanced wood framing + passive solar energy design
finished & furnishing  + natural wood and stone flooring + stainless steel appliances + flush door casings and baseboards + recessed lighting
the H1+C has been released and is ready for production!!  Explore specifications and customize it online to fit your lifestyle and your budget! -> visit www.brio54.com
H2_infill house type                                                        
overview + Single family 3 bedroom home designed for urban infill lots with a min. building envelope of 16 x 56 feet.
comfort / security  + centralized high efficiency temperature, moisture and ventilation control system + large amounts of natural lighting + natural interior finishes and materials + integrated, central alarm system
health  + whole house allergen filtration + low to no formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)
conservation  + dual flush WC; on demand water heating + energy star rated HVAC and appliances + automated solar shading; passive solar + prefabricated facade elements + advanced framing (open web trusses,..)
finishes & furnishing  + natural wood and stone flooring + stainless steel appliances + flush door casings and baseboards + 3Form countertops, recessed lighting
H3_rehab house type
overview + conversion of outdated 1960's 3 bedroom, 52 x 28 feet high ranch models into 4 bedroom homes with a spacious master suite and modern amenities.
comfort / security  + centralized high efficiency temperature, moisture and ventilation control system + large amounts of natural lighting + natural interior finishes and materials + integrated, central alarm system
health  + whole house allergen filtration + low to no formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) in new portion
conservation  + dual flush WC + energy star rated HVAC and appliances + advanced wood framing + active solar arrays
style  + natural wood and stone flooring + stainless steel appliances + flush door casings and baseboards + 3Form countertops, recessed lighting
H4_urban starter house type
overview + single-family 3-bedroom starter home designed for small and narrow urban, or suburban lots in up-and-coming neighborhoods or beach communities.
comfort / security + centralized high efficiency temperature, moisture and ventilation control system  + highly secure second & third floor living + natural cross ventilation for 'free' fresh cool air throughout early & late summer + sliding door walls & balconies introduce 'outdoor living light'; bug free comfort!
health + Whole house allergen filtration + low to no formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)
conservation + dual flush WC, high efficiency fixtures + graywater recycling system + integrated trash & recycling center + solar thermal
style + natural interior finishes and materials + stainless steel appliances + 1x6 / 1x4 flat baseboards & casings
H5_remote cabin house type
overview + experience the 'backcountry' with this unique modern interpretation of the traditional mountain cabin. A clean modern green lifestyle escape for two.
comfort / security  + central high efficiency ventilation system to enhanced your personal comfort and control air quality and moisture. + large amounts of natural lighting  + natural interior finishes and materials.
health  + whole house allergen filtration + low to no formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) .
conservation  + Dual flush WC, high efficiency fixtures + Energy star rated HVAC and appliances + superinsulating R40 PUF SIP wall panels + integrated Solar PV and Solar Thermal.
style  + natural wood and stone flooring + cooktop, Mini-fridge and DW + flush baseboards and interior doors with no casing + acid treated glass room dividers and shower enclosure
brio54_labs + democratic design
the labs + unique prototyping platforms that are driven by the design requirements of groups of participants with similar needs.
democratic design  + The declared goal of each lab is to produce the best possible product for the majority of its participants. An approach we deem essential for creating a versatile, functional design solution.
get started, participate by visiting us at  www.brio54-labs.com
buzz
wallpaper  + international magazine on design interiors fashion travel & lifestyle -> published in the July 2008 issue of the print magazine
move your mind + spanish online eco magazine by saab
moco loco  + is a web magazine dedicated to everything related to modern contemporary design and architecture
prefabcosm  + fabnews and directory of national and international prefabs and modular homes
jetson green + is a daily updated web magazine featuring news and trends on green building design and technology
ecozebra + daily news and trends on green building , sustainable development, real estate, and renewables.
designspotter + modern & contemporary design magazine
dexiner design portal | directory + leading online information network for designers & artists
hemfeber + design news, part of feber, the largest Swedish fashion & technology blog network
genitron sviluppo + is a stylish Italian eco news magazine
gamil + is a very interesting design firm in NC specializing in consumer products, sporting gear, ..
inhabitat + pushing home design toward a smarter and more sustainable future
livemodern + online community for modern, sustainable housing design, products and services
g living network + contemporary green lifestyle media entertainment network
mangues italiennes + about modern art & design
lost at e minor + a online pop culture magazine
have2ask + unique living: homes and design
notcot + your ideas, aesthetics and amusement
archinnovations + news and views on the world of architecture
inclination + art, architecture and technology
teardown post + by teardowns, the marketplace for teardowns and rehabs
green elevations + denver green architecture blog
team                                                       
brio54: product development, branding, sales, construction management, installation
who we are
gernot bruckner, DI arch  _degree: Masters of Architectural Engineering at the Technical University of Graz, Austria, Europe _experience: 10 years in architecture
daniel babcock, GC _General Contracting, Construction Management _experience: 20 years in light commercial and residential construction, erecting log homes, timber-frame homes and panelized structures throughout the US
philip macari, MBA  _degree: Masters of Business Administration at St. John's University, New York City _experience: 20 years in wealth management and private investment
prefab kit assembly providers
stock building supply: A leading supplier of building materials, components and construction services to professional home builders and contractors in the United States, with more than 200 locations in 27 states.
_assembles our home kits and provides flatbed delivery throughout the Eastern United States and Canada.
timbertruss: virginia-based fabricator of engineered wood components and packaged homes with export experience to a total of 12 different countries including Russia, Germany, Spain, Japan, Korea, China, Greece, Turkey, Israel, Mexico, Chile, and Cyprus.
_assembles and containerized our home kits for international delivery through the port of Norfolk Virginia.
prefab kit component suppliers
siematic: high-end German kitchen manufacturer. siematic kitchens have been exported since 1960 and today are the ambassadors of German brand-name quality in more than 60 countries worldwide. siematic is at home on all 5 continents.
_manufactures our kitchens and all other built-in cabinetry. siematic also provides our appliance package.
grabill windows & doors: designs and manufactures premium quality custom wood and wood-clad windows and doors for residential and commercial projects, combining 'old world craftsmanship' with state of the art technology.
_fabricates our wood and wood clad windows and doors, featuring european tilt & turn windows and lift & slide doors.
eurocraft industries: the leading manufacturer in the United States for koemmerling GmbH uPVC window and door systems.
truarc fabrication inc: a custom metal fabrication shop dedicated to providing quality workmanship to industrial, commercial and municipal customers.
_fabricates our prefab custom metal staircase, railings, exterior shading and more.
structural wood corp: supplier of engineered wood products to the building and construction industries in the upper Midwest since 1964.
_fabricates the gluelam assembly with connectors and supplies the exterior wood finish package.
ferguson: a leading distributor of plumbing supplies with 1,350 service centers located in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
_supplies the plumbing fixtures and bathroom accessories package.
colonial supply: a well-established plumbing and heating supply distributor serving the Central New York region.
_designs and assembles the plumbing, DHW, and HVAC system package. Installation by a licensed local plumber under our supervision is included in turn-key package.
drogen electric supply: a wholesale distributor of electrical supplies serving the Central New York region for over 58 years.
_assembles the electrical and lighting system package. Installation by a licensed local electrician is included in turn-key package.
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the NEW H4 model, an affordable 2100SF entry-level 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home completed the initial pre-release phase:
TurnKey: $120  to $150/  SF *
* this is a non-binding initial estimate. The numbers will be more precise once it goes through detailed pricing.
** +- 5%, subject to change, excl. sales tax
latest press release
06.22.2009 + official launch of H1+C model
what we are up to
11.17.2009 + the H4 has now completed the planning & engineering phase. The permit set is ready & we will go for the building permit on Thursday.
10.14.2009 + the soil is fine & the required variance for the H4 prototype was approved yesterday by the City of Milford. We are ready to go! The H4 is now in engineering & we are currently finalizing the permit set.
09.04.2009  + we now have a lot under contract in Milford, CT & are getting ready to dig test pits in order to determine soil composition & bearing capacity.
08.05.2009 + we chose to develop a new model for the showcase home. The new H4 is a 2100SF 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with an estimated turnkey price of $120 to $150 per SF. A pre-release 3D model is now complete & we are moving on to the rendering phase.
07.29.2009 + we are closing in on a lot for the H4. The H4 is currently going through a review process & will be re-designed from the ground up. The final product will be more in line with the design language of the H1.
07.21.2009 + we are now in the process of acquiring land in Connecticut [Greater New Haven area] in order to build the H4 model. It will serve as a BRIO54 showcase home/office. Potential buyers will be invited to live in the showcase home for a complete first-hand experience of our BRIO54 lifestyle. We will keep you posted!
06.05.2009 + currently working on the H4, our entry level model -> target price = $300,000
06.04.2009 + work on the H1+C is now complete & it is production ready! Please take a look at the detailed specifications & 3D construction models under -> customize.
05.19.2009 + we released the plumbing system specifications -> H1+C -> customize -> system -> aware/conserve-> enjoy,..
05.18.2009 + we released the shell package specifications -> wall sandwich, floor & roof sandwich, R-values -> H1+C -> customize -> shell -> standard, .
05.17.2009 + we released the SIEMATIC / MULTIMATIC cabinetry specs -> customize -> H1+C -> furnish -> convert -> brochure,....
05.15.2009 + we released the rest of the window system specifications for clad and wood H1+C -> customize -> shell -> wood/clad
05.13.2009 + we released the Upvc window specs for the H1+C -> customize -> shell -> Upvc - not to be confused with American vinyl windows,...
05.10.2009 + we released the H1+C / 3D models, illustrating the scope of the provided packages -> red = current content & check out the sections, ..
04.30.2009 + we released the flooring specs for the H1+C -> customize -> finish -> modern -return visitors clear browser cache!
04.27.2009 + we released the suggested total cost estimate for the turn-key option -> H1+C -> customize -> install -> download specs,....
04.26.2009 + we fixed a glitch in the H1+C customize template. It should work properly now. If you are still experiencing problems please let us know.
04.26.2009 + we released the electrical specification for the H1+C -> customize -> system -> download specs,....
04.24.2009 + updated the appliance & plumbing fixture specs for the H1+C -> working on the electrical
04.23.2009 + we released the Bosch appliance list & the fixture list -> go to customize -> furnish -> download specs
04.18.2009 + H1+C package cost: This is an average, non-binding cost figure, excl. applicable taxes and will vary depending on location and market conditions:
turn-key: $477,000* 2542 SF [ $187.6 / SF]
+ package: turn-key installed, except related work, permits, engineering review, utility laterals, temp. utilities and excavation.
 + introductory offer: $10,000 off list price, as low as $445,000* [ $175.8 / SF ]
 *+- 5% subject to change, excl. sales tax
 We are currently readying the detailed specifications for publishing. So stay tuned! It will move your mind!
04.01.2009 + expect cost figures for the H1+C within the next two weeks. The numbers are encouraging and we anticipate to be within our target cost range.
01.21.2009 + the H1 is now going through final detailing. Further information will be provided to interested parties upon request. The scheduled release date is the end of Q1 2009. The prolonged R&D period is being caused by challenges posed by the national distribution, green building material sourcing and volume building industry production system limitations. Thank you for your patience, the brio54 team
10.25.2008 + we are working on the H4 and will push it through product development phase I -> visit our labs to view 3D models!
10.18.2008 + we are happy to announce the launch of the H5, a modern green interpretation of the traditional cabin.
08.25.2008 + we are working on pushing panelized prefab homes to a new level by incorporating 'plug-and-play' wiring, plumbing and HVAC in conjunction with factory-built mechanical room units to further simplify onsite assembly of the H1 home.
08.24.2008 + we are happy to announce the launch of the brio54-labs webpage. Please visit www.brio54-labs.com or click on participate to visit our user-driven, democratic product development platform.
08.15.2008 + prices for the 'starter' cabinets are in. Take a look at the specs: 'customize' -> furnish -> beginner -> pdf
08.08.2008  + we passed the 20,000 visits mark with 17,000 new and 3,000 return visitors -> thank you for your interest!
08.06.2008  + the 3Dpdf model of the H4 has been updated -> please visit our labs!
08.02.2008  + we updated and refined the H1 'customize' system section. Choose your climate and let us take care of the rest!
07.24.2008  + we are working on the H4 - go to brio_labs - until final pricing for the H1 becomes available.
07.20.2008  + we completed another major revision of our webpage, further refining our modern green lifestyle brand. Brio54_labs is now active, enabling you to participate in the development of our prototypes. Please take a look!
07.18.2008  + MEP design and installation for the H1 is causing pricing delays - we are working hard on resolving this issue.
06.26.2008  + we are working on adding the submission module to the 'you-pick' applet.
06.25.2008  + the H2 renderings are being updated. The new images are uploaded as soon as they become available.
06.19.2008  + we completed work on the 'customize' section. Please take it for a spin and visit our partners and suppliers. We are currently writing the detailed specifications [pdf].
06.10.2008  + we launched our brand new webpage and are currently working on the interactive 'customize' applet for the H1. We also added a room size readout to the H1 model section.
05.30.2008  + we completed the work on the 'players' section and are now re-rendering the images in order to address lingering pixelation issues - FYI, a single image takes 24 hours of pure rendering time on a quadcore workstation.
05.25.2008  + we are working on the 'players' section. You are already able to view the finished portions. As always, revisions will follow.
05.22.2008  + we completed a major overhaul of the webpage. Most of the work went into improving the code in order to address performance issues with low speed connections. We also added 'page up' and 'page down' modules, and reworked 'delivery and 'buzz+it'.
05.11.2008 + a major revision of our business model has been completed and the services, mission, features and delivery sections have been rewritten.
05.01.2008  + the preloaders for the text pages have been implemented. Return visitors please clear your browser cache. If you experience any issues please contact us.
04.30.2008  + our webhost was hit by a major denial of service attack and had to issue a new IP-address. This caused us to be offline. We are back online now, but minor service disruptions are likely to occur throughout the next few days
04.29.2008  + the 'services' section has been revised. The 'features' and 'delivery' sections are being updated. We are also working hard on detailed specs. and final pricing.
02.05.2008  + official launch of webpage and start of marketing campaign.
02.08.2008  + working on adding 'buzz+it'; rewarding buzz about us
02.13.2008  + 'go+3D' is now online. Xplore H1 'in+depth' and view 3D-pdf models of the prototype under 'building shell'
02.23.2008  + the H1 'in+depth' section is growing. We added 'room sizes and storage' and 'staircase+guards'. The 'go+3D' content was also updated, now featuring 3D cross sections.
03.02.2008  + we added the 'where we are' section to H1 'in+depth'
03.06.2008  + the H1 shell has been submitted to the fabricator for pricing
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email: sales(at)brio54.com
office: 1-203-542-0996
mobile: 1-203-570-3826
fax: 1-866-488-3604
USA-Connecticut  + 132 1/2  Beach Avenue, Milford, CT_06460
USA-New York  + 23 Northwood Circle, Huntington, NY_11743
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