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Boxy Container Abodes

The Karaka Bay House by Stevens Lawson Architects is Full of Character

— October 14, 2010 — Lifestyle
The Karaka Bay House by Stevens Lawson Architects has an exterior that mimics the look of a shipping container. Located in Auckland, New Zealand, the home practically hangs on the edge of a cliff, and looks as if it was made by stacking giant boxes together.

The interior of the home is a bit cozier looking than its exterior leads one to believe. The Karaka Bay House by Stevens Lawson Architects is a spacious structure that contains big living spaces, a grand staircase that connects all three levels of the house, guest rooms on the lower levels and main bedrooms on the upper levels.
Trend Themes
1. Container Architecture - The trend of using shipping containers as a structural base for building is increasing rapidly, with more and more architects taking up this challenge to create homes and other building constructions from these sturdy blocks.
2. Green Living - The use of shipping containers for building residences can result in greener and more cost-effective housing solutions for eco-conscious individuals and communities.
3. Modular Building - The trend of modular building and prefabrication has been growing for years, and the use of shipping containers for building is a perfect fit for prefab modules. The containers can be easily transported and assembled at the building site.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate and Construction - The real estate and construction industry has an opportunity to introduce innovative green solutions by utilizing this trend and developing more sustainable and cost-effective housing options.
2. Architecture and Design - The architecture and design industry can tap into this trend and come up with creative solutions to building homes and structures that are affordable, sustainable and modern.
3. Shipping and Logistics - The shipping and logistics industry can support this trend by providing faster and more efficient transport of the containers to building sites across the globe.
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