Container Homes and Architectural Concepts

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What material are container homes made out of?

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Corten steel

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What is the lifespan of a container house?

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About 100 years

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Does converting a container into a house use more or less energy than recycling the steel?

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Less energy

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How can container homes achieve a traditional look?

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By adding siding, masonry, or stucco to the exterior

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What is opened in the containers to accommodate doors, windows, and walls?

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Cut openings

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Can container homes be built for energy efficiency?

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Yes

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What was the grassroots movement regarding container homes?

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To salvage surplus metal shipping containers

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Can container homes have an industrial look?

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No

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What type of home is a container home considered?

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A green home

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Can container homes be welded together?

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Yes