Difra Launches on the Rose Kennedy Greenway

Difra Inc, a Boston-based start-up and MassChallenge entrant, joined Secretary Greg Bialecki and Mayor Menino, to unveil its seven-day installation: 'Cottage on the Greenway'. The purpose of the cottage is to display how Difra's new technology works. And as a nod to Innovation Month in Massachusetts, Difra Inc. was selected to showcase its construction technology and highlight the growing innovations in the City of Boston.
The 'Cottage on the Greenway' will be created using the Difra system, a computer-aided design and manufacturing software (CAD-CAM), as well as Difra products. Difra homes, in comparison with traditional home-building methodologies, can be assembled in hours, use only recycled and sustainable products, cutting costs by 25%. The design possibilities, time and cost savings, and the reduction in environmental impacts contribute to a system and product with the potential to revolutionize the home-building market.
The Difra system is the culmination of three years of research into automated construction by Difra's founder and CEO Lynwood Walker. The 'Cottage' will be built throughout the seven day showcase, and will be located on the Wharf District parcel of the Rose Kennedy Greenway in front of Rowes Wharf.
The seven person Difra team is lead by CEO Lynwood Walker, an MIT grad and originally from a small town just outside New Orleans. Other members include CFO and MIT alumnus Morris Cox and CTO Steve Hershman.
"What we have created is the next level of pre-fabricated housing, with endless design possibilities. We believe that in providing an unmatched range of design options in a cost effective and environmentally friendly way, everyone wins and we propel the industry forward. We are very excited that the capabilities of our product are being highlighted in such a public way," said Lyn.
We'd like to congratulate Difra, Inc on their launch and hope to share the success of many new startups in the months ahead!