Steelgenix

What Steelgenix does

Steelgenix is a Westminster, Colorado-based structural construction firm founded in 2017 that designs, engineers, and ships prefabricated steel-framed modular housing. The company's core offering is an all-steel frame system with pre-cut, pre-drilled, numbered components wrapped in Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) featuring polyurethane-modified isocyanurate foam cores and tongue-and-groove interlocking. The IMPs deliver R-24 whole-wall thermal performance — roughly 2.5x higher than R-9.5 2x4 batt insulation — and the steel construction eliminates combustible materials, mold, termites, and off-gassing concerns. Steelgenix uses Building Information Modeling (BIM) and parametric engineering for 3D design, structural concept modeling, and automated fabrication, with a national network of manufacturing locations and certified steel contractors enabling assembly using standard tools.

The product portfolio spans TinyHomes on Wheels (Steelhaus at 8.5' x 24' starting at $89,000 and Stealth at 10' x 28' starting at $99,000), MicroHomes on permanent foundations (FHA/HUD certified), Standard Models (Soho at 1,200 sq ft through Sonora 1650 at 1,650 sq ft), Custom Homes, and Commercial Buildings including restaurants and bars. Stackable EcoPod configurations extend the system to high-density urban infill. SteelGenix homes meet or exceed IRC, IBC, ANSI, RVIA, and Title 24 codes and are rated for 95%+ of code requirements across snow loads, wind loads, and seismic activity.

The company operates three revenue streams: direct one-time home sales (hardware), component and structural package sales to General Contractors, and developer services (feasibility studies, preliminary site plans, zoning research). Distribution is hybrid — direct-to-consumer via website and phone, plus B2B channels through a General Contractor network and a national builder network. Customer segments span individual homeowners (primary ADU and primary residence buyers), real estate developers (multi-unit projects), resort/hospitality operators (tiny home villages and glamping), and government/institutional buyers (disaster recovery housing). The company's most significant disclosed engagement is the April 2025 completion of the Lahaina Wildfire Recovery Project, delivering 34 permanent modular steel homes in partnership with the Hawaiian Council within 11 months.

Name

Steelgenix

Legal name

Steelgenix

Website

https://steelgenix.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Steelgenix designs, engineers, and ships prefabricated steel-framed modular housing — including tiny homes, microhomes, and standard models — to individual homeowners, developers, resort operators, and government disaster-recovery buyers across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Prefabricated Modular Steel Housing

NAICS

Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturing (332311), Manufactured Home (Mobile Home) Manufacturing (321991)

SIC

Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448), Mobile Homes (2451)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Modular & Prefabricated Home Construction (IMAFABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Custom Home Building (IMAFABAC), Cold-Formed Steel Framing & Studs (IMADACAF)

Keywords

• Prefab steel housing
• Modular construction
• Insulated metal panels
• Steel-framed homes
• Disaster recovery housing

Headquarters

HQ city

Westminster

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Home Sales: One-time sale of prefabricated steel homes including TinyHomes on Wheels (THOW), MicroHomes on foundation, and custom homes. Products sold as complete homes or Core & Shell packages. Pricing ranges from $89,000 for Steelhaus to $99,000 for Stealth base models.
2. Component Sales to General Contractors: Model-based homes and components sold as part of overall construction projects to General Contractors. Includes structural engineering, construction documents, steel frame, light gauge steel framing, and insulated panels.
3. Developer Services: Feasibility studies, preliminary site plans, zoning research, and coordination with architects, engineers, and general contractors for developer partnerships on multi-unit projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SteelGenix designs, engineers, manufactures, and sells prefabricated steel-framed modular homes and commercial buildings, including TinyHomes on Wheels (Steelhaus, Stealth), MicroHomes on permanent foundations, Standard Model homes (Soho, Sonora, Aspen, Loft), Custom Homes, and Commercial Buildings. The system combines an all-steel frame with Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) and BIM/parametric engineering, and is sold either as complete homes to individual buyers or as components/Core & Shell packages to General Contractors, developers, resort operators, and government buyers across the U.S.

Product overview

SteelGenix offers a modular steel-framed housing system with three product lines: TinyHomes on Wheels (THOW) including Steelhaus (8'x24') and Stealth (10'x28') models built on trailers for portability; MicroHomes on permanent foundations; and Standard/Custom single-family models ranging from 1,200 to 1,650+ square feet. All products share a common steel construction system using Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) and steel frames, with Core & Shell packages available. The portfolio serves diverse markets including residential, ADUs, resort/hospitality, disaster recovery, and commercial applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• TinyHomes on Wheels (THOW) Mobile tiny homes built on a steel chassis for portability while maintaining fire-resistant, commercial-grade steel construction. Available in Steelhaus (8' x 24') and Stealth (10' x 28') models; suitable for ADU use, resort rentals, vacation properties, and Core & Shell configurations, and stackable for high-density living.
• Steelhaus 8' wide x 24' long TinyHome on Wheels with approximately 204 sq ft plus loft space, pull-out couch with queen bed, and two sleeping mezzanine lofts with queen-sized mattresses. Starts at $89,000 with additional options. Configurable for resort rental, ADU use, or Core & Shell, and stackable for high-density urban living.
• Stealth 10' wide x 28' long TinyHome on Wheels with approximately 280 sq ft plus loft space, pull-out couch with queen bed, and one sleeping mezzanine loft with queen-sized mattress. Starts at $99,000 with additional options. Available in ADU and Core & Shell configurations; stackable for high-density urban applications.
• MicroHomes Permanent steel-framed homes installed on a foundation and certified by FHA and HUD. Adapts SteelGenix TinyHome designs for foundation installation rather than wheels; can be financed like conventional construction once installed on a permanent foundation.
• Standard Models Model-based single-family homes provided as components (structural engineering, construction documents, steel frame, light gauge steel framing, insulated wall/roof panels) to General Contractors for on-site assembly. Includes Soho (1,200 sq ft), Sonora 1250 (1,260 sq ft), Aspen, Loft 1450 (1,450 sq ft), and Sonora 1650 (1,650 sq ft); pricing determined by General Contractor based on location, labor, and finishes.
• Custom Homes Single-family custom homes built with SteelGenix's standardized steel system and customization features; coordinated with architects and provided as components to general contractors.
• Commercial Buildings Custom steel-framed commercial structures including restaurants, bars, and other business establishments built using the same modular steel system as SteelGenix residential homes.
• Core & Shell Package Airtight steel envelope package including steel chassis/superstructure, integrated Insulated Metal Panel system, exterior doors, windows, and flooring. Provides a water-penetration-free envelope for both Steelhaus and Stealth models; available for purchase independently of fully finished homes.
• Developer Services Pre-development and project services for developers, including feasibility studies, preliminary site plans, zoning research, and coordination with architects, engineers, and general contractors for multi-unit projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• R-24 whole wall performance vs R-9.5 for 2x4 batt insulated walls - 2.5x higher thermal efficiency
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• EV StudiocoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 April 2025Integrated Architecture and Engineering firm serving as architect and engineer for Lahaina Wildfire Recovery Project. Provided design and engineering services for the 34-home 'The Shoal' development in Maui Lani, Maui, Hawaii.
• Hawaiian CouncilflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2023Strategic partnership to deliver 34 modular steel homes for Lahaina wildfire recovery. SteelGenix provided the building system while Hawaiian Council invoked Emergency Proclamation Act to fast-track approvals. Project completed in 11 months, delivering permanent housing to displaced residents in Maui, Hawaii.
• WeeCasaChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWeeCasa, located in Lyons, Colorado, is the largest Tiny House Village in the nation. Steelhaus units are available for rent at the resort, allowing potential customers to experience SteelGenix homes before purchasing.
• National Builder NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational network of manufacturing locations and steel contractors certified to assemble SteelGenix buildings using standard tools and a library of certified components.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Plant Prefab: Prefab custom and single-family home builder using sustainable materials and factory-based fabrication; serves developers and individual buyers in the same segments as SteelGenix's Standard and Custom model lines. Closely comparable on sustainability positioning, design flexibility, and developer services.
• Dvele: Design-forward, technology-integrated prefab home manufacturer targeting sustainable, high-performance custom residences. Overlaps SteelGenix's Custom and Standard Model lines on premium prefab, energy efficiency, and architectural integration.
• Boxabl: Manufactures factory-built foldable modular homes (Casita at ~$50K) targeting the same attainable, ADU, and primary-residence buyer as SteelGenix's THOW line. Both compete on prefab speed, factory precision, and price-disruptive positioning in the entry-level residential market.
• BONE Structure: Light-gauge steel-frame home manufacturer using a prefabricated component system very close to SteelGenix's steel frame + IMP approach. Comparable on cold-formed steel framing, rapid assembly, and sustainable-content positioning.
• Cover: Software-driven prefab ADU builder producing backyard dwellings using panelized construction; directly overlaps SteelGenix's ADU/EcoPod use cases and individual homeowner segment, though Cover uses a different panel material.
• Connect Homes: Steel-framed modular housing company delivering prefabricated single-family and multifamily projects using a parallel steel-based system. Directly comparable technology base (steel framing + panelized envelope) and similar multi-unit developer GTM.
• Mighty Buildings: Technology-driven prefab housing producer using 3D-printed and panelized components to deliver ADUs and single-family homes. Competes with SteelGenix in prefab ADU, sustainability positioning, and factory-precision narrative.
• Method Homes: Modular prefab builder offering custom single-family and ADU products using sustainable materials; overlaps SteelGenix on prefab delivery, developer partnerships, and architect-integrated project workflows.

Broad incumbents

• Butler Manufacturing (BlueScope Buildings): Large established manufacturer of pre-engineered metal buildings for commercial, industrial, and agricultural uses. Shares the prefabricated steel-building technology heritage that SteelGenix's IMP/steel system descends from (cold storage/industrial roots), and represents the incumbent scale competitor if SteelGenix expands into larger commercial and light-industrial structures.

Emerging players

• ICON: 3D-printed home builder addressing attainable housing and disaster recovery with a different construction technology but the same end-customer and use-case profile as SteelGenix, particularly relevant for wildfire-affordable and emergency housing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

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