Construction Today - Vol 21 Issue 3 | Page 10

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My family has always been in real estate ,” begins Harrison Langley , CEO of MDLR Brands . “ When I went to college , I bought my first quadruplex and my journey started from there .” Harrison ’ s professional journey began at the College of Charleston in South Carolina where he studied physics , real estate , and studio art . He then moved to New York to work for an investment and holding company , where he conducted market research and financial analysis to identify potential investment opportunities . From there , he stepped into the role of investment manager for Langley Properties , a family-owned real estate company , where he played a pivotal role in many successful acquisitions and other development ventures throughout the Eastern United States . Even after stepping away from day-to-day operations , his industry insights have been a crucial factor in the company ’ s continued impressive growth .

When he stepped into the role of MDLR Brands ’ CEO , seasoned entrepreneur , Harrison , had already acquired a diverse skill set . With a proven track record in project management and successful acquisitions , as well as a passion for environmental issues , Harrison was the ideal fit for the company .
“ The tiny home and accessory dwelling unit ( ADU ) markets sprung up about five years ago ,” he continues , “ and I started exploring that avenue and its different possibilities . ADUs , and by that , I mean a second small dwelling on the same grounds as a regular single-family house , are in huge demand across the US . With construction costs rising exponentially , ADUs and indeed , tiny homes , are fast becoming a viable housing solution .”
Reliability and durability
MDLR Brands is a leading manufacturer of high-quality , eco-friendly and highly efficient composite-structural insulated panels ( C-SIPs ) that serve as key building components . C-SIPs
... our homes are much more energy efficient and require much less maintenance than traditional construction methods
are used for various structures worldwide , from small- and large-scale agriculture projects to residential roofing , CAT-5-rated structures , and commercial building shells . MDLR Brands ’ service range spans the Southeastern United States , with significant projects in Chattanooga and Asheville , as well
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