Glass Curtain Walls + Container Houses: The Perfect Combo for Sky Watching-Ehang Container House

A family fell in love with the scenery of South Carolina in the United States. So they decided to buy a small house there as a place to rest and recharge on leisure trips. Winters in South Carolina differ from those in many other U.S. states and often bring extreme weather. They therefore needed a home of outstanding build quality—so that even when they were away for long stretches, they would not have to worry about safety.

Considering the family's needs, Brad Tomecek proposed a container-house solution. Brad Tomecek is one of the partners at Studio H:T architecture firm.

He used a total of seven shipping containers to support the entire cabin. Of course, without large glass structures the cabin would feel incomplete. With expansive glass windows, you can enjoy a quiet, star-filled night sky from indoors.

In an interview, Tomecek said, "This project was designed as a retreat for one family. Over the past decade or so, the owners have traveled and vacationed in South Carolina many times. I chose containers so that even when no one is living there day to day, the cabin remains durable and long-lasting."

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The cabin as a whole is made from one 40-foot (12 m) container and six 20-foot (6 m) containers. High-performance glass exterior walls connect the inside and outside of the cabin, so the surrounding landscape becomes an extension of the interior—indoors and outdoors blend seamlessly.

The two central containers both support the whole building and create enough space for the cabin's master bedroom. The complex also includes an entry hall and courtyard, likewise supported by the container structure.