Listen Up HomeBuyers! TOMU Modular Construction
August 30, 2023
TOMU Modular Construction
Chris Osaka the Chief Executive Officer for TOMU on the podcast, Listen Up Home Buyers!
Studio, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom villas delivered to customers. The TOMU Modular construction
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Outline of the conversation with Chris Osaka, creator of :25 What is TOMU?
:50 workplaces changes with people moving out of the cities
1:30 the modular units include electricity, plumbing
1:50 floor plans of TOMU are similar to what you would find in an upscale hotel
2:27 Chris Osaka’s background marketing for Nike and Hilton
3:14 Created concepts for Nike stores
4:10 The 3 products are called Villas
4:18 The style is a Japanese Scandinavian concept blending with nature
5:20 The exterior and interior features of the high design Villas
6:00 minimalist not spartan in design, expansive windows and living space
6:30 energy efficient and built to be on-grid or off-grid
7:36 Connecting with local cities and counties and how these can fit in a traditional neighborhood
8:20 work in partnership with local general contractor
8:55 what project are you working on how?
10:00 mechanics of the Villas, wiring, plumbing
10:25 three modules 8 by 20 feet each
11:15 simplify the conduits and suppress the major systems in a singular module
12:15 How does this work with ADU or accessory dwelling unit rules in cities and counties?
13:09 matching the design and engineering for the required site specs
14:30 working on well & septic and the model unit is built with this design
14:55 West coast has a broader understanding of modular homes. Chris is bringing this awareness to the rest of the county
15:34 higher quality modular home built in an indoor environment where materials are protected while being constructed
16:13 Lenders and appraisers
16:50 Inspired by the changes around the pandemic and the opportunity to build housing for people looking for second homes or additional space on a property
17:50 offering an option to homebuyers who want to get out of the city