Metal Container Home Design showcases Myles Nelson McKenzie Design’s metal modular container home portfolio and ADU designs. Our approach emphasizes sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and versatility by repurposing shipping containers into efficient, modern, and eco-friendly living spaces.
These designs cater to our clients’ needs, offering stylish and space-efficient solutions that contribute to sustainable living practices. Using recycled materials reduces waste and construction resources. The durability and modular nature allow for customization and expansion. These structures also serve cost-effective and sustainable purposes for ADUs, affordable housing, drive-thru coffee houses, pop-up retail shops, temporary offices, and mobile medical facilities.
Affordable Housing-Metal Container
Affordable housing is a necessity for all communities. At Myles Nelson McKenzie Design, we have designed an affordable housing complex using metal shipping containers for a property in Renton, Washington.
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Home Design
We’ve been requested to design and create affordable housing solutions at Myles Nelson McKenzie Design. Our initial approach was to design durable metal container homes, which are also low-maintenance and suitable for ADUs and vacation properties.
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Coffee House Design
A metal container is an optimal selection for a drive-thru coffee house design. Utilizing metal shipping containers has demonstrated remarkable efficacy in this particular application. These containers offer both durability and flexibility, allowing for easy modification to suit the specific needs of a coffee house. In addition to being cost-effective, metal containers are also environmentally friendly, often repurposed from their original use, reducing waste. Their modular nature facilitates quick setup, minimal onsite construction, and scaling up or down depending on business growth. With proper insulation and design, these containers can provide a comfortable environment for employees and customers while maintaining a sleek, modern aesthetic.
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