Hone
- Members
HONE is a Portland-based partnership creating durable, energy-efficient mass plywood panel modular homes and communities across Oregon, combining architectural design expertise and factory-built precision.
Details
- Overview
HONE is the culmination of a collaboration between Portland’s MODS PDX Inc. (custom modular construction) and Base Design + Architecture, delivering modern, high-quality modular homes through industrialized methods.
- Mission & Scope
HONE’s mission is to develop sustainable, affordable housing solutions using Mass Plywood Panels (MPP) built in factory-controlled environments and assembled onsite. They are launching their first community in John Day, Oregon in 2025.
- Value Proposition
- Mass Plywood Panels for durability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
- Integrated Design & Manufacturing enables high-end aesthetics with repeatable quality
- Turnkey Communities that combine housing production with workforce development
- Our Process
- Studio-Factory Integration: Design and drawing stages are closely linked with manufacturing capabilities
- Prefabrication: Modules built in controlled environments ensure precision and reduce waste
- On-Site Installation: Delivered and assembled quickly, with quality inspections and final finishes
- Products & Services
- Mass Plywood Panel Homes — single-family and cluster models
- Community Planning — cottage clusters and multi-unit neighborhoods
- Workforce Training — on-the-job learning through the assembly process
- Site & Permitting Support — navigating local regulations and build requirements
- Impact & Future
HONE addresses housing shortages in both urban and rural Oregon markets. Their John Day community, The Ridge, will offer 18 factory-built homes tailored for energy performance and community integration.