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Katerra
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
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Katerra Inc., a US tech firm since 2015, provides innovative design, manufacturing, and assembly solutions for building materials.

HQ
Menlo Park, CA, US
Founded
2015
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Katerra Inc., founded in 2015 by Michael Marks and Fritz Wolff, was a technology-driven construction company headquartered in Menlo Park, California. It specialized in innovative design, manufacturing, and assembly solutions for building materials, including bathroom pods, doors, windows, furniture, and modular utility systems, primarily serving the US market.

Despite its promising start, Katerra faced financial challenges and eventually went bankrupt. At its peak, the company employed 7,500 people and was led by CEO Paal Kibsgaard. Katerra's approach aimed to revolutionize the construction industry through technology and off-site construction methods.

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Katerra - Quick Facts

Who are Katerra's competitors?

Companies similar to Katerra include Conxtech, Factory OS, Plant Prefab and Boxabl.

When was Katerra founded?

Katerra was founded in 2015.

Where is Katerra's headquarters located?

Katerra's headquarters is located in Menlo Park, CA, US.

When was Katerra's last funding round?

Katerra's most recent funding round was for $200M (USD) in January 2021.

How much has Katerra raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2021, Katerra has raised a total of $1.6B (USD).

Katerra - Classification

Ownership
  • Equity
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Automation
  • Robotics
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Building Materials
Tags
  • Construction
NAICS
  • 230000Construction
  • 236000Construction of Buildings
SIC
  • 1600Heavy Construction Other Than Building Construction-contractors
  • 1620Heavy Construction, Except Highway And Street Construction
  • 1629Heavy Construction, Not Elsewhere Classified