Friday, August 24, 2018

Blokable Container Stacked Housing

It actually sounds great for what this company says they are doing. "Housing Development As A Service" Working with non-profits, religious groups, etc. to develop ways to create housing for people that can't afford traditional homes.

They did a 70 container type stacked units development in Puget Sound Washington as their first try. Apparently that's very high priced housing there.

So, I read the whole article....thought it sounded genuine. The containers are steel, can be studio's, 1, 2, or 3 bedrooms. Exterior is the same, interior is what can be changed. All are tech savvy for utilities. They are connected and can go up to 5 units high.


It didn't say how the unit owner got to a top floor,etc, but it could be a great idea. 

My two concerns: (1) The price per square foot is 150-350 (350 is no incredible bargain where I live for a real house) & (2) Since they are containers.....what's the 'shelf' life? They are steel framed, are they like my camper? Because, if they are....well, that's SUPER expensive even if at 150 sq ft. And, we know campers don't last as long as a 'brick & mortar' home.

So, more to be investigated, but wanted to share with you as I thought it was kinda cool!

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