# Recycled Shipping Container Apartments Drivelines Studios by LOT/EK is Located in Johannesburg By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-10 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drivelines-studios References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/drivelines-studios-in-south-africa-is-made-from-140-shipping-containers/111812/) & [lot-ek](http://www.lot-ek.com/DRIVELINES-STUDIOS) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-container-living-nook) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-canopy) for inhabitants of the city or those spending extended periods in the area. The Drivelines Studios residential building community features separate [studio apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cabanon) 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. Image Credit: Dave Southwood ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Triple Shipping Container Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modhouse-tiny-home.md) - [LA Affordable Housing Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isla-intersections.md) - [Versatile Compact Modern Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augustine-tiny-home.md) - [Shipping Container-Built Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-model.md) - [Shipping Container Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rising-sun.md) - [Senior-Friendly Single-Floor Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-vi-vic.md) - [Europe Housing-Inspired Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dockley-apartments.md) - [Pink-Hued Shipping Container Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-shipping-container-homes.md) - [Box-Like Innovative Apartment Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-apartment-design.md)