Shipping container homes use shipping containers as the structural framework. These containers were once used to transport goods overseas but are now being upcycled into livable spaces. Shipping containers provide a weatherproof shell that serves as the walls and roofing for a home. They can be used as a standalone structure for a tiny house, or multiple containers can be connected together to build a larger residence.
On the inside, the steel construction is concealed with standard drywall and finishes. The exterior can display the corrugated metal container surface or be decorated with siding, wood details, and other façade materials. Shipping container homes are sustainable, resilient, energy-efficient, and cost-effective prefabricated housing.