Layout of Container Houses at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games

The layout of container houses used at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games features compact spaces, diverse yet flawed facilities, clear functional zoning, average sound insulation, and a dispersed overall environment.

Space and bed design prioritize practicality but have compatibility issues. The interior space of container houses is relatively narrow, with accommodation configurations varying according to the needs of different delegations. For example, the Chinese women's basketball team shares a room among three people, while the South Korean men's basketball team has single-bed configurations. The standard bed length is approximately 1.95 meters, which is not friendly to athletes taller than two meters (such as South Korean men's basketball players). To address this, the organizing committee has installed extended bed benches in some rooms to meet the athletes' need to stretch their legs. While this design demonstrates flexibility, it also exposes the limitations of container houses in terms of space utilization.

Facility configurations are comprehensive but have quality defects. Rooms are generally equipped with independent bathrooms, but some facilities suffer from water leakage. For instance, the South Korean men's basketball team reported a leaking sink that caused water to accumulate on the floor, reflecting potential deficiencies in construction quality control during the rapid setup of container houses. Additionally, temperature control devices such as air conditioners and heaters are not mentioned, suggesting they may rely on external unified supply or temporary installation, further affecting living comfort.

Functional zoning is clear, with some designs reflecting personalized needs. Scenes from some container houses show that they include small double bedrooms, bathrooms, small kitchens, and living areas, such as the 'simulation cabin' design built by the Indian delegation. This layout integrates living functions within limited space, meeting athletes' basic living needs. However, facilities like small kitchens may have low usage frequency due to space constraints and serve more as supplementary functions.

Sound insulation is average, potentially affecting rest quality. The sound insulation performance of container houses is poor, and athletes may be disturbed by external noise while resting. This issue is particularly prominent in collective accommodation settings and needs to be mitigated by adding sound insulation materials later or adjusting accommodation arrangements.

The overall environment is dispersed, lacking the centralized facilities of traditional athlete villages. Container-style temporary dormitories, along with cruise ships and hotels, form a dispersed accommodation system without centralized training, dining, and entertainment facilities found in traditional athlete villages. While this layout can disperse crowd pressure, it may increase athletes' commuting costs and affect convenience during the games.