Container House Kitchen and Bathroom
The kitchen and bathroom design of container houses needs to balance space utilization, functional completeness, and waterproofing and moisture resistance. Common solutions include modular layouts, wet-dry separation, and reasonable water and electricity renovations.
Kitchen and Bathroom Space Planning
The kitchen and bathroom design of container houses must make full use of the limited space. Kitchens often adopt a linear or L-shaped layout, increasing storage space with upper and lower cabinets. In some cases, microwaves, coffee makers, mini-fridges, and washer-dryer combos are integrated to meet basic cooking needs. For example, a 15㎡ container house uses double-door cabinets combined with open shelving to achieve categorized storage of kitchenware; a 16.6㎡ case combines the kitchen with an office area, providing ample countertop space and embedding an induction cooktop and pot storage in the base cabinets. Bathroom design must prioritize drainage and waterproofing, with common solutions including reserved S-shaped drains, installation of waterproof trays, and wall-mounted toilets. Some cases use solar water heaters to supply hot water, achieving a balance between energy efficiency and practicality. For example, in the renovation of a second-hand container, the bathroom uses a barn sliding door to save space, tiles the walls, and adds a thermostatic showerhead to enhance comfort.
Modular and Wet-Dry Separation
Modular design for kitchens and bathrooms enhances the flexibility and adaptability of container houses. Kitchen modules typically integrate cabinets, appliances, and countertops, enabling quick assembly through standardized interfaces; bathroom modules need to integrate drainage systems, ventilation equipment, and fixtures, with some cases adopting integrated bathroom solutions to shorten on-site construction time through factory prefabrication. Wet-dry separation design extends the lifespan of facilities and reduces maintenance costs, such as dividing the shower area with glass partitions or shower curtains, combined with waterproof flooring and wall materials to prevent moisture from spreading to other areas.
Water and Electricity Renovation and Safety Measures
Water and electricity renovation is a core aspect of kitchen and bathroom design. Container houses need to pre-plan the layout of water pipes and electrical circuits, with the kitchen area requiring sufficient outlets to support appliance use, and the bathroom needing splash-proof outlets and ensuring good circuit grounding. Waterproofing should cover walls, floors, and joints, with some cases using double-layer rock wool insulation and wood veneer to cover the steel plates, improving thermal insulation while hiding the original structure. Ventilation design is also crucial; the kitchen needs to install range hoods or exhaust fans, while the bathroom needs to maintain air circulation through ventilation fans or natural vents to prevent moisture-induced mold.
