The construction industry is an ever-changing environment where new technology is always at the forefront. The intention of this paper is to find out whether these two alternative building methods can become an everyday building practice. The following main questions which will be researched will give insight into problems existing in the current built environment and how the alternative methods could solve them. As the pressure comes to bear in the construction industry to supply alternatives to the more traditional methods of construction, lightweight steel framing and modular homes, exhibit many attractive features for the Designer, Builder, and Owner.