The idea is to convert the rectangular boxes in the home viable. The advantages are that they are very strong and exceed all building codes in terms of rigidity and strength. They can withstand hurricane winds and are excellent shelters tornado when placed underground. The main concern would be getting the plans beyond the building department. There is a uniform building code new homes for the transport of containers to start working its way into the industry, however, the code passes may be easier to achieve.Many people go to escape the idea altogether because initially, are not as compelling to the eye. Yes, style is a problem in many respects, but can be modified with a little vision and creativity, transforming them into architectural marvels. It does take some getting used to the idea of a house from shipping containers, but the benefits outweigh the losses by far!
You will be amazed at the use of shipping containers. There is even a massive project of 4.5 hectares residential areas where containers are used to make a complex multi-story condominium in Salt Lake City, Utah! Yes, the idea is more dominant than ever, especially by the recent awareness of global greenhouse gases and global warming, not to mention gas prices that we all suffer through.
