PUEBLO, Colo - Aboda Design Inc. is opening a prefabricated construction factory in Pueblo, aiming to address Colorado's housing shortage while creating new jobs.

“Colorado is a part of the whole nationwide housing crisis,” said Darin Zaruba, Principal and Chief Business Development Officer for Aboda Design. “Nationwide, it’s estimated between 5 million and 7 million homes that we need, housing units. Colorado... we’re a big part of that.”

Zaruba highlighted the challenges of attainable housing in mountain areas like Aspen, Vail, and Telluride. “They can’t afford to live up there, so sometimes they commute an hour, hour and a half into work and back. It’s really constrained right now.”

The new factory will produce modular housing units, offering an innovative solution to the housing crisis while creating between 60 and 80 full-time jobs in its first year, with potential growth to 120 positions.

“There is such a crisis of attainable housing in Pueblo. Even some of our own employees have experienced that in the past, which really helps drive our passion for helping and solving the problem,” said Jonathan Dallin, General Manager of Aboda Design.

What makes modular construction different?

Dallin emphasized the advantages of modular construction over traditional methods. “We have a controlled environment, continuous inspections, and deliver high-quality products without weather delays. That’s a competitive advantage we have.”

The factory is expected to produce 800 to 900 modules annually, equating to around 450 homes per year.

Zaruba added, “We work closely with builders and developers on their designs, ensuring a modular-optimized product. Unlike others, we don’t have a catalog. We collaborate to create custom designs from start to finish.”

By blending innovation with job creation, Aboda Design's new factory aims to bring significant benefits to Pueblo and beyond.