Modular architecture refers to the use of standardized building units, or modules, that are manufactured off-site and then assembled on-site to create a larger structure. The modules can be combined in different ways to create various designs and configurations.
Prefabricated architecture, on the other hand, refers to the manufacturing of entire building components, such as walls or even entire rooms, in a factory setting. These components are then transported to the building site for assembly.
In summary, modular architecture uses standardized building units, while prefabricated architecture involves the manufacturing of entire building components off-site.
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