How to Shower in a Container House
Container houses can achieve showering functionality through reasonable design and renovation, with common methods including setting up independent shower rooms, using solar water heaters for water supply, and installing drainage systems. Here are the specific details:
Independent Shower Room Design
Some container houses are renovated to include an independent area as a shower room. For example, in a container resort house in Costa Rica, the master bedroom and the bathing area are separated by a cabinet, enabling a cozy lifestyle of 'getting into the bath right after getting out of bed'. In a practical rural cottage renovated from a second-hand container, an S-shaped drain and a waterproof tray are reserved, and a wall-mounted toilet and a thermostatic showerhead are directly installed, forming an independent shower space. This design not only ensures privacy but also prevents moisture from affecting other areas.
Water and Electricity System Renovation
The realization of showering functionality relies on the support of water and electricity systems. Container houses need internal water and electricity renovations, including laying water pipes and installing water heaters. Solar water heaters are a common choice as they are environmentally friendly and energy-saving, suitable for outdoor or remote areas. For example, the container houses designed by Qinghai Guangzan Light Steel use solar water heaters for heating and water supply to meet showering needs. At the same time, a reasonable drainage system, such as an S-shaped drain and a waterproof tray, needs to be designed to prevent water leakage.
Ventilation and Moisture-Proof Design
Shower rooms have high humidity, so special attention should be paid to ventilation and moisture prevention. Container houses can be designed with ventilation systems, such as installing exhaust fans or double-glazed sliding windows, to maintain air circulation and prevent dampness and mold. For example, in a cottage renovated from a second-hand container, double-glazed sliding windows are chosen. In summer, the windows can be opened for ventilation, and in the evening, they can be closed to keep out mosquitoes, effectively improving the indoor environment.
Space Utilization and Flexibility
The modular nature of container houses gives them an advantage in space utilization. Shower rooms can be flexibly combined with other functional areas, such as sharing space with toilets and dressing rooms, to improve usage efficiency. For example, in the container dormitories for the Asian Games in Japan, each unit has two bedrooms and a living room, accommodating three people. It is equipped with a toilet, a bathroom, and a dressing room, and the living room also has a refrigerator, a sink, and a washing machine, maximizing the use of functions.
