Sure, using disused containers as building blocks is an effective way of recycling them, but the eco footprint of these homes is still larger than it appears at first glance. Before these homes can be habitable, the entire container must first be sandblasted bare, the flooring needs to be replaced and all the openings need to be cut with a torch or fireman’s saw.
Given its cross shape, this design can create a bit of controversy especially if you live in an area where the majority of population isn’t Christian. To me and many other people out there, this is just a house made of shipping containers positioned perpendicular to each other.
Its set-up right in the middle of the countryside creates a stark contrast between the home and its surroundings making it seem very modern and giving its design an air of sleekness.
Depending on the budget allotted to aesthetically incorporate, mitigate, or conceal the container structure, a modern, minimalist home design can fit into many urban neighborhoods; perhaps less so in areas with strong HOAs.
The external finish takes the gold as it not only provides a unique aesthetic touch it also offers thermal padding to keep occupants warm and happy through the cold winter season. More Info Here
Also by LOT-EK is this fantastic concept for a tower at 87 Lafayette Street in New York City. The idea is for a 19-story artists' loft building, built by stacking containers, with staircases at the north and south ends. The roof of the slanted tower would sport solar panels.
This is a great way to build the house of your dreams without burying yourself in debt. Any young millennial couple who recently bought a house would agree that their life has become a whole lot more difficult after taking on a mortgage of $300K or more, depending on the geographic location. So, why overpay for a conventional house, when there is a more affordable way? Needless to say, you would have to be open-minded about the whole shipping containers idea.
Urban Rigger worked with architecture firm Bjarke Ingels to create this floating student housing project in Copenhagen. The main objective was to create affordable modular housing within the urban harbors. Individuals can rent a unit at Urban Rigger for just $600 per month, which is a steal considering Copenhagen is notoriously one of the most expensive cities on Earth.
They came up with a design for a family of three, made out of four reused shipping containers and prefabricated modules. The home reuses graywater and incorporates spaces for growing food.
Parts of the Ross Stevens house are surprisingly spacious and comfortable. There's even a cool table made from a repurposed door.
Engineers and architects have transformed ordinary shipping containers into amazing homes and office spaces around the world
. Even when potential buyers can receive the financing to buy a home, they face high taxes, upfront costs and mortgage payments that leave them living paycheck to paycheck.
It comes with all the convenient features of a modern home like air conditioning and floor heating to keep view it up with the seasons. It also features huge, picturesque windows that afford the tenant an amazing view of the beautiful outdoors all year round.
Designed by Tempo Housing in 2006, Keetwonen is said to be a roaring success, with units that are well insulated, surprisingly quiet and comfortable.