Container House Renovation by a Couple

Through reasonable design, a couple's renovation of a container house can achieve a fully functional and comfortable living space, with the key lying in spatial planning, functional integration, material selection, and attention to detail.

Spatial Planning and Structural Design

• Flexible Layout: Adopt foldable and movable furniture designs, such as storing bed boards and tables and chairs into the walls to free up indoor space. For example, in one case, all furniture in the No. 1 container could be stowed away, and after extending the deck, a spacious activity area was formed.
• Hydraulic Deck and Terrace: Expand the space through an electric hydraulic system. For instance, in one case, the side of the container extended to form a deck terrace, increasing the outdoor activity area while using wire mesh glass walls for separation, taking into account both lighting and heat insulation.
• Vertical Space Utilization: Install multi-tiered cabinets in areas like the bedroom and kitchen, utilizing wall and ceiling space for storage. For example, in one case, curved storage cabinets beside the bed and on the ceiling effectively improved space utilization.

Functional Integration and Zoning

• Multi-functional Areas: Integrate functions such as cooking, bathing, and sleeping within a limited space. For example, in one case, a 15-square-meter container was divided into a kitchen, bedroom, and living room, with foldable designs allowing for flexible space adjustments.
• Dry-Wet Separation: Achieve separation between the toilet and bathing area in small containers through reasonable layout, such as using independent shower stalls or waterproof materials for division, enhancing living comfort.

Material Selection and Thermal Insulation

• Cost-Effective Materials: Choose artificial boards instead of solid wood to reduce costs and avoid cracking and deformation. For example, in one case, the main material was artificial board with added thermal insulation layers.
• Fire and Moisture Resistance Design: Use fire-resistant materials around the kitchen and stove. For example, in one case, black fire-resistant materials were used around the stove to ensure safety.
• Solar Energy Utilization: Install solar panels to solve electricity problems. For example, in one case, solar panels were installed on the roof, combined with lifting rod designs to ensure lighting and ventilation.

Attention to Detail and Comfort Enhancement

• Natural Light and Ventilation: Optimize lighting and air circulation by increasing windows, using glass walls, or designing lifting rods. For example, in one case, lifting rods were installed at the four corners of the roof to improve indoor transparency.
• Temperature Control System: Install stoves or electric heaters in cold regions. For example, in one case, a stove was used for heating in winter, combined with thermal insulation materials to maintain indoor temperature.
• Decoration and Personalization: Enhance aesthetics by handcrafting furniture, adding green plants, or using Japanese-style doors and windows. For example, in one case, wooden doors and windows were used in the kitchen to create a rustic atmosphere.