World Housing Solutions builds rapidly deployable and reusable thermally efficient structures and shelters for the U.S. military, NGOs, and first responder industries. A in the middle housing shortage In the US, how much do rapid deployable shelters (RDS) or modular housing help solve this crisis?
Rapidly deployable shelters and modular/factory-built housing directly address the US housing shortage by combining speed, scalability, and efficiency. Unlike traditional construction, which can take 12-24 months depending on scarce labor and weather conditions, these solutions are manufactured in controlled environments within weeks, transported flat or volumetrically, and installed in a matter of days. Their thermally efficient, hurricane-rated structural panels ensure durability and flexibility, while controlled production minimizes waste and lowers lifecycle costs. The result is safe, affordable homes delivered rapidly, helping communities meet immediate housing needs without compromising quality or long-term sustainability.
What lessons have you learned from the government work on WHS that can apply to commercial housing?
Through its work with the U.S. military and first responders, World Housing Solutions has learned that housing must be fast, flexible, and reliable in the most difficult circumstances. Structures designed to perform in hurricane, desert, or arctic climates and deployed in days instead of months, translating directly into safer, more efficient homes for American families. Lessons in energy efficiency, flexible design and strict compliance mean that these shelters not only reduce costs and are adaptable to diverse needs but also exceed many civil building standards. In short, what works on the front lines is essential on the home front as well.
Over the past few years, AI has become at the forefront of innovations across industries. How do you think AI will change infrastructure and housing development?
AI is set to transform housing at every stage from design to long-term use, and World Housing Solutions is already implementing it inside its modular units. Generative AI can optimize layouts and forecast housing demand, while AI-powered scheduling and robotics improve manufacturing speed and reduce waste. Once a home is built, predictive maintenance and smart energy systems reduce costs and improve efficiency for families. Perhaps most exciting is the use of digital twins, virtual replicas of buildings that simulate performance in storms, heat or cold before construction begins. This military-grade precision means faster production, lower costs and homes that are smarter, more flexible and more sustainable from day one.
From your perspective, what regulatory clarity is needed to increase the use of AI in infrastructure projects?
The biggest obstacle to scaling AI in infrastructure is not the technology, it is the uncertainty around governance. Clear rules on data use, security standards and accountability are necessary for AI to realize its potential in housing. This means setting standards for cybersecurity, privacy, and certification, as building codes do today, while updating frameworks that allow AI-validated designs to be accepted. At World Housing Solutions, we see tremendous opportunity in AI and look forward to working with partners and policymakers to create safeguards that allow innovation to grow responsibly.
Do you have any unique predictions on the housing outlook?
The US housing market is on the verge of a revolution. Within the next decade, factory-built modular and volumetric housing could make up nearly half of new construction, up from just a fraction today, making traditional stick-built homes increasingly look out of date. These homes will be designed for climate resilience, net-zero energy and fast, AI-driven growth enabled by digital twins. As policymakers begin to consider housing as critical infrastructure, modular systems will also pave the way for green, adaptable communities on a larger scale. The bottom line: Industrialized, sustainable and digitally enabled housing is the future, and World Housing Solutions is ready to lead that transformation.
