Regulatory Differences Between Modular and Manufactured Homes

Affinity by Vantem homes built at the Vantem Lakeland plant - Operating since 2009, our Lakeland, Georgia plant has provided high-quality modular homes to a trusted network of builders across the Southeast. In 2023, we became part of Vantem's U.S. expansion, an exciting milestone that expanded our capabilities, increased our production capacity, and introduced new innovations to the modular housing market.
Today, the Vantem Lakeland plant builds our dedicated single-family modular home solution, Affinity by Vantem, offered across eight Southeastern states through a growing network of authorized builders and developers. As a vertically integrated provider, Vantem supports projects from start to finish, including financing guidance and transportation logistics.
To date, we’ve built more than 1,000 Affinity homes, delivering over 2.2 million square feet of energy-efficient, code-compliant, comfortable living space to satisfied builders and their homeowners. As demand continues to grow, Vantem’s expanding U.S. network now has the capacity to produce up to 1 million square feet annually, spanning both Affinity’s single-family solutions and Vantem’s broader portfolio.
In addition to single-family housing, Vantem’s broader portfolio includes modular solutions for multifamily communities, senior living developments, and hospitality brands, delivering energy-efficient, climate-resilient buildings at scale. Learn more here >
Modular Advantages
Factory-built modular homes offer many advantages. Units are built in a controlled environment, therefore none of the materials used in the construction process have been exposed to the weather. Our modular structures are built to the same building codes as traditional site-built construction and are installed on permanent foundations. Every Affinity home has market leading-energy efficiency, and the structural resilience to withstand wind speeds up to and including 180 mph.
To explore our growing collection of refreshed floorplans and design options, visit our Plans Selections and see what's new.
President
30 years in construction manufacturing as an entrepreneur and innovator in sustainability | Co-founded Forestworld, an international construction products manufacturer with customers such as Home Depot, Lowe’s, Costco, Leroy Merlin, and B&Q in 12 countries | Led the design and commissioning of its state-of-the-art 300,000 ft2 production facility
Head of Operations
Experienced Senior Executive with two decades of honored problem solving and team building skills cultivated throughout a progressive career | Consistently empowering employees to enhance performance while demonstrating exceptional customer satisfaction expertise through meticulous attention to detail and effective communication | Strategic thinker adept at leveraging production experience to optimize daily operations
VP of Sales and Growth
25 years in the Modular Manufactured housing industry, primarily in sales and management levels | Focusing on skills of business development, product development and lean manufacturing processes | Experience in markets across the U.S. | 30 years of community service with organizations such as Volunteer Fire Department, Little League, and School Board
Head of Engineering
Over 35 years of experience in Engineering and Quality within the off-site construction industry, spanning everything from tiny homes to large-scale single-family residences, apartments, dormitories, and hotels | His expertise extends across the U.S. and Canada, with a strong background in modular design, process improvement, and operational efficiency
See Vantem Lakeland's market-leading factory-built construction process and tour the Kingfisher model home. These open house events are held quarterly and are designed for educational purposes only. Inquiries pertaining to specific questions regarding your project, such as pricing or decor, will not be discussed during this time. We will be happy to schedule a time to speak with you during our normal business hours.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled open house, we also offer individual factory tours by appointment. Please contact your builder to coordinate your visit. Individual tours are available Monday–Thursday at 2:00 PM.
The factory may be in production during the tour, so safety glasses and a vest will be provided and are REQUIRED to be worn. Please keep in mind that you will be standing/walking during the entire tour.
Occasionally due to a weather event/power outage and/or safety concerns we must cancel the regularly scheduled tour at the last minute. Please call the day before to make sure the event is still scheduled.
*If you need special accommodations, please make arrangements with our office before your visit. We’ll be happy to help.
*RSVP and direct all questions to info@vantem.com or (229)482-1200, and let us know how many will be attending from your party. We look forward to seeing you there.