These are shipping containers modified to residential units that are padded with Styrofoam for insulation against heat and gypsum boards for a good interior finish. Some of the products under this category are;
- 20FT shipping container converted to bedsitter/studio
- 20FT shipping container converted to 1 bedroom house
- 40FT Shipping Container converted to 1 bedroom house
- 40FT shipping container converted to 2 bedroom house
- Two 40FT containers converted to spacious 3 bedroom house
- 40FT container converted to 2 or 3 bedsitters
- Stacked 20FT or 40FT containers to make a storey house
All accommodation units are done in line with customer needs and come complete with electrical wiring, plumbing works, ceramic tiles, French/aluminum sliding windows. The units are self-contained with living rooms, kitchenette, washrooms and bedrooms hence suitable for family house, rental units, Airbnb’s, staff quarters and site offices etc.
Benefits of Container Housing
- Cost Savings
If well designed and implemented, container houses deliver cost savings up to 30% compared to brick and mortar housing.
- Timely Delivery
There is a benefit with container housing in that they have short and certain delivery timelines. A complete 1 or 2 bedroom takes 21 working days to complete compared to conventional houses that can take years.
- Predictable Cost
With container housing, there are less surprises in terms of cost. The cost of container and fabrication works is fixed and the only variable costs include site preparation, transportation and installation.
- Easy Transportation
A major benefit of container accommodation units is that they are mobile and can be moved from one location to another.
- Low Risk Investment
Container accommodation units are a low risk option. They eliminate the risk of material being stolen at site and are made of heavy metal making it hard for anyone to break in. In addition, they are mobile and can be moved to a different location in case you have issues with your land.
- Sustainability
There is a benefit with container houses in that they are environmentally friendly and enhance sustainability. The houses are built from recycled shipping containers that are considered not cargo worthy hence promoting environmental sustainability.