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🏠 Modular living for the modern family
An A-frame modular home
Meet Boxvana by MDLR Brands, the new modular homes on the market. | Rendering provided by MDLR Brands
You might see some unique-looking homes pop up as Chattanooga-headquartered manufacturer MDLR Brands brings its line of customizable modular homes to the area — Boxvana.

CEO Harrison Langley said MDLR was built on the premise of filling the need for residential dwellings at a time when single-family homes are becoming limited.

“ADUs and tiny homes became popular, and we saw that as a great way to get into the market with ADU legislation opening up and the ability to build a lot more homes on single-family lots,” he said.

MDLR Brands building a modular home with white panelling.

All Boxvana homes are built at MDLR’s headquarters before being moved and assembled on site.

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Photo provided by MDLR Brands

These homes are built with MDLR’s LiteSIP fiberglass panels, which are designed to sustain threatening climates + promote temperature controllability and net-zero energy efficiency. The panels are made from recycled materials, on average, 60 PET bottles are used for each square meter of the modular walls.

With these materials, each model features high ceilings + modern touches, like butcher blocks in the kitchens and marble accents in the bathrooms. Customers also work with the team to customize their homes from exterior options to appliances.

Bonus: MDLR uses a giant roller printer to print designs on the panels, offering more unique touches for each home.

MDLR Brands Boxvana rendering of a two-story modular home

This LME-2 home is designed with the LiteSIP paneling + will be one of the units built in Hixson.

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Rendering provided by MDLR Brands

Let’s talk about costs. Langley said that the prefabricated style of the homes helps cut costs down overall, during and after the construction process. The company has a collection of 15 different models currently and ranges in price from $16,500 to $1.2 million.

He also spoke on long-term maintenance costs being lower, like spending the minimum on energy bills with the temperature-controlled design. He added that MDLR will also work with insurance companies to get the best rates based on the durability of the homes, for even more affordability.

“We’re just trying to bring a better product to the everyday consumer really,” said Langley.

While residents can begin the process of building a Boxvana home at any time, MDLR Brands will also be developing its designs on seven lots at Cave Lane in nearby Hixson.
 
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Events
 
Wednesday, April 17
  • Open Mic Night | Wednesday, April 17 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $7 | Listen to local and regional comics or take the stage yourself at Chattanooga’s longest-running open mic show.
Thursday, April 18
  • The Dip | Thursday, April 18 | 8-11:59 p.m. | The Signal, 21 Choo Choo Ave., Chattanooga | $34.43-$58.64 | See this six-piece ensemble who “melds vintage rhythm and blues with classic pop storytelling.”
Friday, April 19
  • Food Truck Friday | Friday, April 19 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | City of Red Bank Park, 3817 Redding Rd., Red Bank | Free+ | Take your dinner plans outside to try a bite from various vendors and enjoy live music — bring your own chair.
  • Oyster Soiree | Friday, April 19 | 7-10 p.m. | Zaru Art, 1405 Williams St., Chattanooga | $125 | Explore the deep history and ecological importance of oysters, as well as their significant impact on art and design while dining.
  • Movie Night | Friday, April 19 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Chester Frost Park Buffalo Run Stage, 7989 Causeway Rd., Hixson | Free+ | Grab your lawn chairs and blankets for a screening of “Hop” under the stars while enjoying free popcorn and more.
Saturday, April 20
  • Wellness in the Woods: A Retreat at Whipoorwill | Saturday, April 20 | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Sunnyside Community Center, Cartwright Road, Dunlap | $210 | Relax with yoga sessions, meditation, plant walks, and more with Outshine Yoga and Railroad Valley Therapeutics — tent + hammock overnight camping available.
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News Notes
 
Development
  • The Chattanooga Airport will purchase ~6.8 acres of land along Lee Highway, which was formerly the Herb Adcox Chevrolet dealership location. The site includes 55,000 sqft of building space near the airport’s current property + will be used for future expansion efforts. (Chattanoogan.com)
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  • Seen any helicopters recently? The US Department of Defense will be training in Hamilton County now through Saturday, April 20 — you might “hear loud noises or see helicopters in the evening and early morning hours during the exercise.”
Sports
  • The 2024 Southern Conference Tennis Championships will begin tomorrow, April 18 and will run through Sunday, April 21 at the Champions Club in Rivermont Park. Men’s + women’s teams from across the region will compete for this year’s title. See the schedule.
Community
  • Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful’s annual Cleanup Challenge begins Friday, April 19 and will run through Thursday, April 25. To participate, simply form + register a team online and go around Hamilton County to clean up litter in local parks and streets — supplies will be provided. Sign up your team.
Arts
  • ArtsBuild will present its inaugural cohorts of artists and entrepreneurs in the Periscope CHA Pitch Night + Artist Entrepreneur Showcase on Wednesday, May 1 at RISE Chattanooga. Meet the 23 participants, hear their final pitches, and check out the expo booths. RSVP to get your free tickets. (The Pulse)
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  • Did you know you can check out three packets of seeds at the Chattanooga Public Library’s downtown location? Stop by the first floor to browse the catalog for planting season. Bonus: Check out the recent donation of seeds from an exchange with the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.
Theater
  • Here’s a spin on a familiar story: See an “unauthorized continuation” of the “Peanuts” comic strip — featuring a parody of the Charlie Brown crew as teenagers in the aftermath of Snoopy’s death. “Dog Sees God” plays this weekend, April 19-21, at the ChattState Humanities Theatre.*
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Home
  • Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
 
 
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4 ways to spend 4/20
Giant circular kites during Sculptures in the Sky
Fly your kites high during the Sculptures in the Sky. | Photo provided by Sculpture Fields
The Scenic City appears to have a little something for everyone this Saturday, April 20 — let’s get into what you won’t want to miss.

Hello, St. Elmo, St. Elmo Business District
This historic neighborhood is back with its annual street festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring a makers market, live music, and best of all — the Corgi Parade (which begins at 1 p.m.).

Sculptures in the Sky, Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
Be prepared to see the larger-than-life kites take flight from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at this annual family-friendly event in collaboration with River City Kites.

SnapFest 420, Miller Park
From 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., you can join local herb shop Snapdragon Hemp for a full day of festivities with local vendors, food trucks, and live performances from local acts.

Zero Waste Festival, Stove Works
From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., folks can celebrate Earth Day + learn about waste reduction efforts while enjoying sustainable vendors, a fashion show, and more.
 
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Briton Court’s new spring collection. Enter the new season with one of these unique printed dresses.
 
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Fun fact: The Corgi Parade was one of the first local experiences I had in Chattanooga when I came to college — back in 2017 it was held in October and my personal favorite doggo was one dressed like a lobster. (His face is me whenever the parade is happening.)

Editor Haley at the St. Elmo Corgi Parade with a dog dresses as a lobster
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