Introduction
Multi-level container homes are becoming popular for their innovative and sustainable design. They offer a unique, cost-effective, and efficient living solution in both urban and rural settings. Made from repurposed containers, these homes are durable and easy to construct, making them an excellent choice for those seeking affordable housing or additional space.
Design
A key feature of these homes is their modular and customizable design, which allows them to be adapted to any style, shape, and size. The interior can be customized with open-plan living areas, kitchens, and unique storage options. You can also choose from a variety of colors, textures, and finishes to personalize the home. They can be designed to meet the specific needs of occupants, accommodating family structures, work requirements, and leisure interests.
Structure
Multi-level container homes are made of steel, providing strength and durability comparable to conventional homes. The steel is treated to prevent corrosion and damage from weather, sun, and extreme temperatures. The stacked containers are anchored, bolted, and welded together, making the structure resistant to physical damage. With proper maintenance, these homes can last for 50 years or more and are resistant to pests that often affect traditional wooden-framed homes.
Sustainability
These homes are sustainable and environmentally friendly, built from recycled and repurposed containers. The construction process has minimal environmental impact, and the homes are designed to optimize the use of passive daylight, natural ventilation, and rainwater harvesting. They can also be fitted with solar panels and green roofs to further reduce their carbon footprint.
Functionality
Multi-level container homes are versatile and can be used for a wide range of purposes, from personal residences to commercial and public spaces such as offices, classrooms, clinics, and shops. Their modular design allows for easy addition or removal of containers to change the size or purpose of the building. They are also easy to transport, allowing for setup on almost any site without extensive excavation or infrastructure work.
Affordability
These container homes are an affordable housing solution. The modular design enables faster construction compared to traditional methods, which lowers costs. The compact and stackable nature of the containers also helps reduce shipping expenses.
Product Description
These homes feature a unique modular design and are fully functional with prefabricated hydroelectric systems. The 20-foot size provides enough space for daily necessities such as beds, cabinets, and tables. The multi-layer design allows for internal layout, floor color, and wall color to be customized. The homes also include balconies and stairs, and the location of doors and windows can be chosen by the customer. They are perfect for use as an emergency room, isolation room, or office.
Advantages
- The special design allows the house to be transported as a whole, saving on transportation costs.
- The light steel structure and sandwich panels provide a stable main structure, capable of resisting hurricanes of magnitude 9-11 and earthquakes of magnitude 10.
- The service life is more than 20 years.
- Multiple units can be combined to form a larger building.
| Basic Characteristics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Basic Characteristics | Outside size (mm) | L5800mm x H2500mm x W2480mm |
| Total weight (kg) | 1300 | |
| Design Parameter | Structural design service life | More than 20 years |
| Fire rating | Class A fire protection | |
| Earthquake resistance | 10 earthquake resistance | |
| Wind resistance | Level 10 wind resistance | |
| Wall deformation coefficient | ≤300kg/m² | |
| Frame Construction | ||
|---|---|---|
| Frame Construction | Top girder | Special shaped steel galvanized concave convex pipe, 63mm x 80mm x 1.5mm (both sides) |
| Bottom girder | Special shaped steel galvanized concave convex pipe, 63mm x 160mm x 2.0mm (both sides) | |
| Top beam | Galvanized square pipe, 50mm x 50mm x 1.8mm | |
| Front and rear end girder | Special shaped steel galvanized concave convex pipe, 63mm x 80mm x 1.5 (both sides) | |
| Sidewall frame | Special shaped steel galvanized concave convex pipe, 63mm x 80mm x 1.5 (both sides) | |
| Bottom crossbeam | Galvanized square steel pipe, 40mm x 80mm x 2.0mm | |
| Folding hinge | Galvanized hinge, 85mm x 115mm x 3mm (Shaft column 304 stainless steel) | |
| Integral frame protective coating | Cabaret high gloss enamel | |
| Roof, Floor, Walls, Windows, Door, Electric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Roof | Integral frame paint | Electrostatic spray/straight plastic powder |
| External roof | Galvanized 0.8 mm | |
| The internal ceiling | Caigang veneer V/830/0.37 mm | |
| Floor | Fire-resistant glass magnesium floor 15mm | |
| Wall panel | 75mm composite board, 0.3mm + glass cotton + 0.3mm | |
| Windows | 920mm x 920mm single glass push-pull plastic steel window, glass thickness of 4mm | |
| Security door | 970mm x 1970mm High-quality security door | |
| Electric | Includes inlet 4² national standard soft copper wire, 1 x 20A circuit breaker, 2.5 inlet socket, 1 five-hole single-open socket, 1 air conditioner socket, 1 LED lamp. | |
Applications
Container homes, also known as shipping container homes, are popular for their affordability and eco-friendliness. They can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Residential housing: Primary residences or vacation homes.
- Emergency housing: Temporary solutions in areas affected by natural disasters.
- Offices and retail spaces: Commercial uses such as offices, shops, and cafes.
- Educational institutions: Classrooms and libraries.
- Art installations: Unique and versatile art installations and pop-up venues.
- Mobile homes: Easily transported for use as RVs and tiny houses.
