When Malcolm McLean developed the shipping container in the 1950s, he revolutionized the transportation industry forever. He probably didn't know that one day he would also revolutionize the construction industry. Here's the story of the first container house and the evolution of the idea into today's modern housing and commercial...
Modular construction is an innovative way of creating buildings that is gaining popularity around the world. It is a method that relies on prefabricated modules that are manufactured in factories and then transported to the construction site and assembled into a single unit. This construction technique raises many issues, including...
In search of unusual solutions, many people have started experimenting with the use of shipping containers as a building material. As you already know from our previous posts, shipping containers, in addition to transportation, serve as ideal bases for all sorts of projects, ranging from summer houses, year-round houses, swimming...
In recent years, shipping container homes have become an interesting alternative to traditional construction. More and more people are opting for container houses because of their durability, mobility, quick installation and affordable price. Among the most frequently asked questions is the issue of thermal comfort - do these types of...
Housing containers have become an extremely popular solution in today's world, where mobility, ecology and efficiency are at a premium. The construction of a turnkey living container can be a fascinating venture that is attracting the attention of both investors and individuals interested in an alternative lifestyle. However, how long...
One of the innovative ideas being talked about recently in the construction industry is container settlements. This innovative construction solution, by design, is to use metal shipping containers, which were previously used to transport goods, as residential or commercial modules. Are container settlements the future of construction? Container...
Nowadays, with urbanization steadily increasing and the demand for living space along with it, innovative construction ideas - like a dormitory made of shipping containers - are becoming more and more desirable. Is transforming shipping containers into functional and environmentally friendly dormitories an idea that is likely to succeed? It's...
A shed made of shipping containers is a great idea for a functional and versatile space for various uses, such as a workshop, garage space for a car or various equipment or materials. Durability and the possibility of any configuration make shipping containers ideal for this type of construction....
Many of you are wondering about choosing the best power source for your home, especially if it is a container house. Some of the most popular solutions are solar and photovoltaic panels. Although often used interchangeably, these terms do not mean exactly the same thing. Understanding the differences and...
Living in a living container is becoming increasingly popular because of its mobility, simplicity and often lower costs. One of the key elements of such an apartment is the kitchen - the heart of the house, where we meet with family and friends and cook our favorite dishes. So how...
