Tufts Temporary Modular Office Building

Project Details

Location:

Somerville, MA

Square Footage:

7,200

Number of Modules:

10

Completion Date:

November 20, 2014

Tufts University cafe area in the modular building
Tufts University work area in the modular building
Tufts University kitchen area in the modular building
Tufts University office area in the modular building
Tufts University modular building addition
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Tufts University open work area in the modular building

Ten-Unit 7,200 sq ft Repurposed Modular Office Building Relocated to Tufts University

Tufts University needed professional HR space fast and sustainably. Triumph Modular relocated and renovated a ten-unit, 7,200 sq ft award-winning modular office building originally built for Harvard University, transforming it into a modern, energy-efficient headquarters for Tufts Human Resources, delivered 30 days ahead of schedule.

The Challenge

Find high-quality office space quickly while prioritizing sustainability, reusing assets, and avoiding the cost and timeline of new construction.

Solution: Relocation & Renovation of Existing Modular Office Building

Ten modular units were disassembled from Harvard, transported to Tufts, re-set on a new foundation, and fully renovated with updated finishes and layouts tailored for university staff – all while retaining LEED-recognized green systems.

Key Features of This Repurposed Modular Office Building

  • 7,200 sq ft across ten modular units
  • Professional open & private offices for HR teams
  • Energy-efficient HVAC, lighting, and insulation
  • Modular Building Institute & USGBC award-winning design
  • Fully relocatable asset with proven multi-campus history
  • Completed 30 days ahead of schedule

Results Achieved

  • Delivered early and under original timeline
  • Significant sustainability & cost savings vs. new build
  • Third successful life for the same modular office building
  • Model for university modular office reuse across New England

Perfect For

  • University & college modular office buildings
  • Repurposing & relocating existing modular assets
  • Green, LEED-focused campus projects
  • Any institution wanting fast, sustainable modular offices

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Triumph Modular delivers high-quality modular buildings for schools, businesses, and public agencies across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest. Whether you’re expanding classroom space, adding a jobsite office, or planning a long-term facility, our modular solutions provide speed, flexibility, and code-compliant performance.