Gussie Barnidge

Jen Grimble 04 April 2025 Incredibly cool container homes Shipping containers are not only affordable and eco-friendly, but are fast to build with and offer no end of architectural possibilities. These extra-tough units can be stacked to create numerous layouts, not to mention customised with every luxury amenity available. Click or scroll on for the best container residences that think outside the box, from metal mansions to stylish industrial retreats...

Now a popular Airbnb, the property's interior boasts an open-plan living space, with a dining area, kitchen and lounge, plus two bedrooms and a modern bathroom. As for design details, the interior embraces a monochrome palette, with timber, faux fur and wicker accents. Of course, the steel shell of the containers has also been left exposed in some places, providing a gentle reminder of the home's origins.

The home’s top floor is dedicated to a stunning master suite, complete with a private terrace, soaking tub and projection TV, plus twin powder rooms and a 22-foot-wide walk-in closet. Head down to the luxurious basement and you’ll find another private suite, alongside a music room and a temperature-controlled cellar for storing your favourite vintages. Unsurprisingly, this stunning home sold in November 2021 for a cool £4 million ($5m) and we're sure it was worth every single penny.