Container Renovated House for Boys

Boys can create unique living spaces through container house renovation by means of reasonable planning, ingenious design, and hands-on efforts.

I. Preliminary Planning and Material Preparation Planning is the foundation of renovation. A Jie bought two second-hand containers at a low price, Ryan purchased a container that had been abandoned at the port for ten years, and Er Mu used his connections to buy six old containers. They all determined the appropriate number and source of containers based on their own needs and budgets. During the planning stage, it is also necessary to consider the functional layout of the house. For example, A Jie continuously adjusted the positions of electrical appliances as new family members arrived during the renovation process; Ryan, due to the relatively small size of the container, planned to build an additional floor on top for use as a bedroom area and designed the overall structural framework in advance. In terms of material preparation, in addition to the containers themselves, various renovation tools and auxiliary materials are also required. Ryan demolished his old ancestral home and kept the sturdy wood for subsequent renovation; A Jie purchased basic electrical appliances and also used the leftover iron sheets to make interior decorations, making full use of resources and reducing waste.

II. Exterior and Structural Renovation Exterior renovation can enhance the aesthetic appeal of the house. Ryan sanded the rust spots on the exterior of the container, sprayed anti-rust paint and subsequent paint to protect the container while making its appearance more beautiful; Er Mu painted the container white, cut circular holes for an industrial-style design, and installed panoramic large glass to create a unique visual effect. Structural renovation is a crucial step. Ryan cut out spaces for installing doors and windows, installed a framework, and then used foam boards. The removed wooden boards were used as walls and to separate the bathroom area. To solve the foundation problem, he used stepping stones and jacks. When adding a second floor, he first welded brackets to fix the framework and then built the floor framework of the second floor and the platform of the first floor to ensure the structural stability of the house.

III. Interior Decoration and Detail Handling Interior decoration should focus on practicality and comfort. After completing the interior painting, A Jie started installing lights and reserved slots in advance for easy installation of lights and sockets. He installed ambient lights at a high position to create a warm living atmosphere. He also assembled cabinets with Jie Ni, reserved positions for electrical appliances, and laid the floor to make the kitchen fully functional. Detail handling can reflect the quality of the house. A Jie cut the leftover iron sheets, hemmed them, painted them, and used them for interior decoration to increase the uniqueness of the house. Ryan reserved tracks inside the door frame to install sliding iron doors, which are convenient to use and save space.