The Drivelines Studios building is a new residential building in Johannesburg, South Africa that is made entirely using a total of 140 up cycled shipping containers to offer cozy dwellings for many inhabitants.
The building was designed by New York and Italy-based design studio LOT/EK for the Propertuity company, and features a total square footage of 75,000. The building offers ample and affordable rental options for inhabitants of the city or those spending extended periods in the area.
The Drivelines Studios residential building community features separate studio apartments that are between 40 and 60-square meters each that is achieved with six containers per unit. Each of the dwellings have a private outdoor space that enhances the sense of community.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Upcycled Shipping Containers
- Exploring the use of upcycled shipping containers as a sustainable and affordable housing solution.
- Container-based Architecture
- Incorporating shipping containers into architectural design to create unique and modular living spaces.
- Community-oriented Living
- Creating residential communities that promote a sense of community and connectivity amongst residents.
Where This Applies
- Architecture and Design
- Opportunity for architects and designers to develop innovative and sustainable housing solutions using shipping containers.
- Real Estate
- Potential for real estate developers to invest in and offer affordable housing options using upcycled shipping containers.
- Urban Development
- Creating sustainable urban development projects that address the need for affordable housing and promote community living.
