# Custom Order Prefab Buildings The U-Build Self-Build System Lets Users Order Personalized Units By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-05-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ubuild References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/u-build-flat-pack-standalone-pods/) & [u-build.org](https://u-build.org/) Building a supplemental space on your property traditionally means a lengthy design process and endless hours of manual labor, which is something that the U-Build self-build system has been created to change. DIYers can utilize the service to design their very own [prefab building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod) online before having it shipped to them in a [flatpack manner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unfold-form). This then allows consumers to save a ton of money by doing much of the construction work themselves and avoiding the need for professionals who can be quite costly. The U-Build self-build system can be used for designing anything including an [external office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schtauss), yoga studio, spare guest room and much more. All the equipment arrives with detailed instructions on how to quickly erect the building to get it up and running in a short amount of time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personalized Prefab Buildings:** The U-Build self-build system enables consumers to design personalized prefab buildings, revolutionizing the traditional construction process. - **Flatpack Construction:** The U-Build self-build system offers a flatpack delivery method for prefab buildings, streamlining the construction process and saving costs. - **DIY Building Solutions:** The U-Build self-build system empowers DIYers to construct their own buildings, providing an opportunity for cost savings and hands-on involvement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Prefab Building Industry:** The U-Build self-build system disrupts the prefab building industry by offering personalized designs and a flatpack delivery method. - **Construction Industry:** The U-Build self-build system disrupts the construction industry by enabling DIYers to take on construction work themselves and reducing the reliance on professional contractors. - **Home Office Industry:** The U-Build self-build system disrupts the home office industry by providing an affordable and customizable solution for creating external office spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Living Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-bv-system.md) - [Prefab Timber Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-nests-treepod-project.md) - [Modular Bathroom Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefabricated-pods.md) - [Low-Cost Modular Prototype Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrialized-building-system-prototype.md) - [Singular Person Foldable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baby-box.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md) - [Futuristic Modular Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebl-grand-cabin.md) - [Modular Wall-Building Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blokaloks.md) - [Refreshing Sustainable Modular Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whidbey-puzzle-prefab.md)