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Cliffside Shipping Container Home Wellington, New Zealand.

Cliffside Shipping Container Home Wellington, New Zealand.

    In the evolving landscape of sustainable architecture, shipping container homes in New Zealand are gaining traction as a viable response to both environmental and topographical challenges. The Cliffside Shipping Container Home in Wellington stands as a compelling example—an architectural response to steep terrain, coastal exposure, and rising interest in eco-conscious design. Read More »Cliffside Shipping Container Home Wellington, New Zealand.

    RDP House. Shipping Container Home, Pichincha, Ecuador

    RDP House. Shipping Container Home, Pichincha, Ecuador.

      RDP House Ecuador rises from the lush, semi-rural landscape of La Morita in Pichincha, offering a bold statement in sustainable living and modular architecture. Designed by Daniel Moreno Flores and Sebastián Calero, this Ecuador container home transforms eight repurposed shipping containers into a finely crafted residence. As a result, it contributes meaningfully to the rising trend of eco-conscious construction across South America.

      With a site area of 123.55 m² and a total construction cost of $170,000 USD ($542 USD/m²), the house delivers high design with impressive efficiency. Moreover, it responds directly to local climate, topography, and material availability, making it a standout among Ecuador shipping container homes.Read More »RDP House. Shipping Container Home, Pichincha, Ecuador.

      Caterpillar House, Santiago, Chile.

        A Landmark in Latin America Shipping Container Homes The Caterpillar House in Santiago stands as a benchmark for shipping container homes in Chile. Designed by Sebastián Irarrázaval Arquitectos for an art collector and his family, this residence transforms twelve second-hand shipping containers into a bold yet eco-conscious home. With its strategic placement against the Andean foothills and resourceful reuse of industrial materials, the project reflects a growing interest in Latin America shipping container homes as practical, low-impact housing solutions.     Blending Industrial Form with Chile’s Natural Landscape Situated on a steep hillside overlooking the Andes, the Caterpillar House responds… Read More »Caterpillar House, Santiago, Chile.

        PV14 Container House

        PV14 Container House, Dallas, TX, USA

          The PV14 House, located in Dallas, Texas, stands as a pioneering example of shipping container homes in Dallas. Completed in 2014, this innovative residence was designed by M Gooden Design, marking their first project using shipping containers as a primary construction material. Documented extensively from inception to completion, PV14 House has gained attention across regional, national, and international platforms for its creative use of modular materials.
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          15 Iconic Shipping Container Homes

          15 Iconic Shipping Container Homes – A Closer Look

            We take a closer look at the ground breaking container homes that made up our “15 Iconic Shipping Container Homes,” each one pushing the boundaries of design, sustainability, and innovation. These homes are not just structures—they are time and place statements about the future of architecture, showcasing how repurposed materials can create functional, eco-friendly living spaces without compromising on style or comfort.Read More »15 Iconic Shipping Container Homes – A Closer Look

            Grillagh Water Container House, Northern Ireland

              Located in Northern Ireland’s rural countryside, the Grillagh Water Container House is a striking example of sustainable, innovative design. Created by architect and farmer Patrick Bradley, this Irish shipping container house sits on his family farm in Woodland, County Cavan. It is the first of its kind in Northern Ireland, combining eco-conscious principles with a deep respect for its surroundings.Read More »Grillagh Water Container House, Northern Ireland

              Graceville Container Home, Brisbane, Australia

              Graceville Container Home, Brisbane, Australia

                The Graceville Container Home stands as a landmark in the growing movement of shipping container homes in Brisbane. Completed in July 2013, this three-level architectural residence sits just 8 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD and showcases a perfect blend of modern design, sustainable thinking, and environmental resilience. Constructed from 31 repurposed shipping containers, it remains one of the most iconic and influential shipping container homes in Queensland. Read More »Graceville Container Home, Brisbane, Australia