Architect Karl Wanaselja and partner Cate Leger created a unique small house in Berkeley, California. They call it the McGee House. It consists of 104 salvaged car roofs which cover the upper side walls of the home. The inspiration behind the upper siding came from fish scales. The lower wall siding is made out of [...]
Shipping Container Tiny Houses
Prefab Container House Tour: Factory-Built Unit with Kitchen, Bedroom, and AC
This European-manufactured prefab container house comes fully equipped from the factory with windows, bedroom, kitchen, and air conditioning. Unlike recycled shipping containers that require conversion, this unit is purpose-built for residential use. The design shown targets the Australian market and provides inspiration for custom container projects. Unit Features Type: Purpose-built prefab container Origin: European manufacturer [...]
Old Lady House: 960 Square Foot Shipping Container Design with Two Bedrooms
The Old Lady House is a shipping container design measuring 40 by 24 feet (960 square feet) intended for two to three occupants. The layout includes two small bedrooms, a bathroom, large closet, kitchen with laundry/utility room, and open living/dining area with glass sliding doors for natural light and views. Side decks with additional sliding [...]
Podd: Australian Prefab Container Houses with 5-Hour Assembly Time
Podd manufactures prefab container houses in Australia using shipping containers as the structural base. The company claims an estimated 5-hour construction time using hydraulic lifts to raise the roof system. Interior walls, ceilings, and floors use Austral Exflam sandwich panel composite. The design targets remote workforce housing, including mining company employee accommodations. Design Details Manufacturer: [...]
One Cool Habitat: Modern Prefab Shipping Container Home
One Cool Habitat produces modern prefab shipping container homes that can be customized for various uses. These units work as extra bedrooms, backyard offices, guest houses, or complete tiny homes, and can be easily relocated. Design Details Manufacturer: One Cool Habitat Type: Prefab shipping container conversion Style: Modern Mobility: Designed for easy relocation Customization: Interior [...]
Shipping Container Cottage and Workshop: DIY Conversion in Australia
This shipping container project in Australia converts two containers into a weekend cottage and workshop. The conversion includes a covered front porch, rainwater collection system, fireplace, custom doors with windows, and a garden. Design Details Location: Australia Containers: Two shipping containers Uses: Weekend cottage and workshop Features: Covered front porch, fireplace, custom doors with windows [...]
Shipping Container Home Conversions: Bright Interiors with Windows, Doors and Siding
These shipping container home conversions demonstrate how steel containers can be transformed into livable spaces with proper windows, doors, and exterior finishes. The results show that container homes don’t have to look industrial—they can be as bright and inviting as conventional construction. Container Home with Exterior Siding Large Window Installation Cutting openings for windows requires [...]
