United States-based studios North Arrow Studio and Hendley | Knowles Design Studio collaborated to create 'Container Bar' -- and no, it's not a container store. 'Container Bar' is a new nightlife bar that was constructed from shipping containers.
The bar was simplistically crafted, but took three years to complete and is only 2,115-square-feet. It is a geometrical architecture that boasts both indoor and outdoor areas, such as it's cold box, a courtyard and numerous balconies. In addition, little to no changes were made to the shipping containers, other than the installation of windows and doors.
The bar is also portable; it can be easily disassembled and re-stacked in another location. It's currently located in Austin, Texas.
What's Driving This Trend
- Container Architecture
- Exploring innovative and sustainable ways to repurpose shipping containers for various architectural designs.
- Pop-up Venues
- Creating temporary establishments that can be easily assembled and disassembled, providing flexibility and unique experiences.
- Outdoor Social Spaces
- Designing open-air environments that promote social interactions and enhance the overall experience of a venue.
Who This Affects Most
- Hospitality
- Integrating shipping container structures in the hospitality industry to offer distinctive and mobile accommodations and venues.
- Event Planning
- Incorporating shipping container bars and pop-up venues into event planning services to create memorable and flexible event experiences.
- Architecture and Construction
- Exploring the possibilities of using shipping containers as sustainable building blocks for architectural projects, introducing efficiency and eco-friendly practices.
