What about how they look from the outside ? unless you bury them (wich would make an awesome house) have you got some good designs ?Cause all the ones Ive seen its like they spent all their creativity inside, and they still look like an ugly container from the outside, witch is really easily avoided - f.ex.put 4 containers in a square, build some nice concrete corners, and let one beam from each inner corner meet in the top center to form a pyramid shaped roof that covers the open center square
@Search4diabetescure You can stack as many as 7 containers on top of each other with no additional support when they're on the transport ship... and probably more, although the shipping agencies won't recommend it. So trust me, they won't have a problem with snow on the roof.
As for insulation, you have a point, there would have to be some sort of insulation, probably closed cell foam applied either internally or externally to make it habitable.
@ikaruseijin01 - Thank you very much for your input. It is certainly very helpful. I am looking at different options of house building including Eco-Tire Dwellings, Container Dwelling, Underground Dwelling, and Mini-House A La Japanese dwelling. I am so confused by all the options.
@Search4diabetescure Some folks even bury the containers, just to confuse you more.
You could mix and match, I could see where shipping containers could be used in an earthship style house, but with rammed earth or super adobe for the structures that would unite the containers.
Ultimately it's up to you to find the best solution, so best of luck.
@jackies35 I believe used not too sure you would have to check on ebay but I am positive they have them & in the price range I stated, alot are in good used condition. Hope this helps! Blessings!
Looks like you're in Australia. I am in the USA, and I'm chomping at the bit to get started on a modular home, Conex type. Like a big Lego project. Min. 6 containers, maybe more, most 40' units. Lighting to include fiber optic routed to dark areas/daytime. Solar panels for electric, store in ind. batteries, have a/c converter for low watt house current/aux.pwr, solar water heating. Spray ceramic insulation. All to be "plug'n'play" Land likely in Tenn, low tax state.
@soco13466 I'm thinking about the same thing I live in Iowa...are going to do the work yourself or contract it out? I have found lightly used shipping containers for $2500 a piece. When you get started on this project please post video of your progress.
@testbooster It looks like it'll be at least a year, have to sell some properties. This will take time. As far as the work, I'll do most of it. Cutting, welding, interior, plumbing and wiring. Of course shipping containers from the point of origin is a cost. May rent a forklift to position them. When I do build, I'll video the progress. Until then, it's just a matter of waiting. Where did you find containers, what length, etc?
I was hoping to see a real house you've built. Not a computer generated video of a concept home. FAIL
NCHollop 2 weeks ago
What about how they look from the outside ? unless you bury them (wich would make an awesome house) have you got some good designs ?Cause all the ones Ive seen its like they spent all their creativity inside, and they still look like an ugly container from the outside, witch is really easily avoided - f.ex.put 4 containers in a square, build some nice concrete corners, and let one beam from each inner corner meet in the top center to form a pyramid shaped roof that covers the open center square
happyfox711 4 weeks ago
what about planning permission?
thepotterschoice1 2 months ago
Not made for heavy snow, ice and sub-zero degrees temperature.
Search4diabetescure 2 months ago
@Search4diabetescure You can stack as many as 7 containers on top of each other with no additional support when they're on the transport ship... and probably more, although the shipping agencies won't recommend it. So trust me, they won't have a problem with snow on the roof.
As for insulation, you have a point, there would have to be some sort of insulation, probably closed cell foam applied either internally or externally to make it habitable.
ikaruseijin01 1 month ago
@ikaruseijin01 - Thank you very much for your input. It is certainly very helpful. I am looking at different options of house building including Eco-Tire Dwellings, Container Dwelling, Underground Dwelling, and Mini-House A La Japanese dwelling. I am so confused by all the options.
Search4diabetescure 1 month ago
@Search4diabetescure Some folks even bury the containers, just to confuse you more.
You could mix and match, I could see where shipping containers could be used in an earthship style house, but with rammed earth or super adobe for the structures that would unite the containers.
Ultimately it's up to you to find the best solution, so best of luck.
ikaruseijin01 1 month ago
@ikaruseijin01 burried shipping containers? a great place to grow some herb.
marcos915 1 month ago
Lot's of sharp 90 degrees Right Angels.
Search4diabetescure 2 months ago
sweet. BoC
squalidshake 3 months ago
Holy shit what is up with the horrible music?
zipdogfart 4 months ago
This is the best design and construction I have viewed if container homes. nice camera work too
agentbey 4 months ago
la casa de douche
LazyBonesJurassic 6 months ago
They have shipping containers all sizes on ebay! The 40ft start @ $2500
melanie91344 8 months ago
@melanie91344 Wow!!! Brand new or used? I heard the prices are from $1500 to 3000
jackies35 5 months ago
@jackies35 I believe used not too sure you would have to check on ebay but I am positive they have them & in the price range I stated, alot are in good used condition. Hope this helps! Blessings!
melanie91344 5 months ago
This is very good
agryoutub1 9 months ago
Can you give me your email or website address so I can send you some plans
mhotes 1 year ago
Looks like you're in Australia. I am in the USA, and I'm chomping at the bit to get started on a modular home, Conex type. Like a big Lego project. Min. 6 containers, maybe more, most 40' units. Lighting to include fiber optic routed to dark areas/daytime. Solar panels for electric, store in ind. batteries, have a/c converter for low watt house current/aux.pwr, solar water heating. Spray ceramic insulation. All to be "plug'n'play" Land likely in Tenn, low tax state.
soco13466 1 year ago
@soco13466 I'm thinking about the same thing I live in Iowa...are going to do the work yourself or contract it out? I have found lightly used shipping containers for $2500 a piece. When you get started on this project please post video of your progress.
testbooster 1 year ago
@testbooster It looks like it'll be at least a year, have to sell some properties. This will take time. As far as the work, I'll do most of it. Cutting, welding, interior, plumbing and wiring. Of course shipping containers from the point of origin is a cost. May rent a forklift to position them. When I do build, I'll video the progress. Until then, it's just a matter of waiting. Where did you find containers, what length, etc?
soco13466 1 year ago