Because of site location and construction timing, a pre-built modular frame was the perfect solution. The entire steel and concrete frame of this building, including roofing, exterior wall sheathing, insulation and wind barrier was completed in NRB’s plant, and shipped once the foundations were complete on site. Because of labour relations in Brooklyn, interior systems and all finishes were required to be completed on site by local trades, but because of using a pre-built building frame, all work could take place simultaneously to speed the construction schedule –minimizing site construction time and store opening was achieved earlier.

The pre-built frame was completed in NRB’s plant, separated into 3 sections, which were shipped to site by flatbed transport. The building sections were then lifted by crane with roof lugs and set onto the owner’s foundations, the 3 sections were fastened together and roof seams were completed in the same day.