Modern Container Home Built w/ 2 40ft Containers + 8ft Bridge

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

The DE LUX RIVER 40′ is a truly impressive small container home. The 8-foot "bridge" creates extra width between the two 40-foot containers and a vaulted ceiling with clerestory windows and a loft space. Prefab manufacturer, Relevant Buildings also has a tiny home version with two 20-foot containers. 👉 *Watch our tour of their other innovative model container homes, and a look at the conversion process:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGSth4iYnaZneNE

[@theleslienunez]

Do they ship to Hawaii? Would love to have some help in fabricating our dream container home in paradise!

[@butterfly-pax2604]

Love this, very creative

[@runningcreekfarms3530]

Thats a price is crazy high!

[@kiennguyenthe9898]

With Ryan's kzbin.infoUgkxy_pn55PK60wAV3X_C_RoLS_67mNonoCE plan I was like one taken by the hand and led step by step from start to finish. Thank you very much Ryan!

[@zacharymohrmann4329]

I have been a long time advocate of using shipping containers to build homes.. When I see shipping containers I think of affordable housing for the family who could not afford a home and the homeless who never had one.. The whole idea back around 18 to 20 yr's ago was to build homes for the homeless, and not a 1/4 of a million dollar home for the trendy looking for a neat place to live... Containers were a cheep source of building materials to keep the total cost down for building homes for those in need.. Now that the trendy have entered into the picture container homes are no longer affordable... Shipping containers at one time could be gotten at almost next to nothing, and sometimes even for only the cost to transport the containers to the building site... Since the trendy entered the picture, container home manufacturers have been popping up all over the globe, and the dream of building homes for those who are most in need is a forgotten dream of the past... There are a lot of people out there in this world who could have benefitted from container homes, now only to watch that dream pass right by only to maybe collect some of the discarded cardboard boxes of high end appliances in those new trendy container homes to build their new homes.... Where did this well meant dream go wrong....?

[@MaryOKC]

I love it….I always have.

[@deejohnson5163]

I'm so glad you explained the VHAC system. Also like that the bathroom doesn't have a junk builder grade sink. Great fan of the undermount.

[@lisadurant883]

$250k for a 2 bdrm is awfully pricey

[@luismanblog]

How to become a millionaire real quick? Sell a bunch of containers worth less than 100k for 250k.

[@tweet-tweettweety9704]

IKR- I've seen ppl on YT say they paid $2000 for a container so somebody is making a tidy profit.

[@martini426]

$250k.. wait what??

[@jaxstax2406]

@@martini426 he said a home that size would be 250k

[@joelash6704]

@@tweet-tweettweety9704 I've priced out containers, and yea I generally find 40' high cubes for around $1,700. 250K is insane.

[@britzel71]

Absolutely love this!

[@susananderson1071]

Insane price. Never would I consider this.

[@larryjeffryes6168]

These are giant rectangular cans, like aircraft. VIP aircraft interiors require a skill set that would also bring most of what’s missing in living spaces designed to work well in giant cans. This includes many different aesthetic looks at a five star hotel trim level. I already know how to do this - apply the same basic approach to building codes and standards. With no requirement to withstand 9 - 16 Gs , a lot opens up as just easier.

[@fullermoments]

WOW....This bridge design concept is a game challenger! You guys are always presenting unique spaces....which really help to inform us of the wonderful possibilities that exist not just the restraints of living "tiny" Happy New Year!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Happy new year Karen! ✨

[@robvanza]

Life Uncontained on YT. They're building their own.

[@samwithoutlimits7766]

I love Life Uncontained but I feel that the point of container homes is to cut the cost of building a home from scratch. What they are doing, what you are doing here defeats that point, at least for me.

[@TurtleBea]

Yes I am obsessed with them. Their goal is to do it on their own which is certainly so difficult and trying, but so valuable and respectable!

[@cynthiacrawford1573]

Love life uncontained

[@shaunmoore1991]

LOL!!!!!!! $250,000. LOL!!!!!! 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@newbygettingeducated5152]

@@samwithoutlimits7766 i agree 100%. This seems more about the architectual aspect using alternative materials. Not about cost nor space.

[@violetmartha916]

This house is stunning....and the view also. Would be my dream house. 🏠 🌲💘

[@littlecookingtips]

LOVED the options this configuration offers and the fact that they sell the homes at different stages. Kudos guys, a great video and a great find, this one.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thank you ☺️ ✨

[@andemess3095]

Expensive homes.

[@ravindranvp9560]

I loved this house and want to build it.

[@NoteFromSELF]

Well executed obviously. I appreciate that it wasn't made to look like your average new construction ranch. But for me the whole purpose of going with shipping containers isn't the novelty of using them as building blocks but keeping costs down. $250,000 is the price of a new ranch home in many states. Or much less. I plan to build the smallest house California allows. (800 square feet). Five 20s. Covered outdoor space will be used as a hallway. Minimal cuts to connect the ends together so there is strength in thr middle. Doors and a few small windows for entry and light. Otherwise I might as well build from the ground up. I do like this interior design though.

[@cartabontrace61]

Exactly. This is getting ridiculous. The whole purpose of tiny homes and container homes is to make them affordable, not as expensive as a stick built house. Otherwise what is the point ? 250,000 without the land, permits, deck.....what the heck.

[@durtydan420]

Yeah 250k is ridiculous when I just watched a video of a guy that built a home using three containers for under 90k total. Land and all

[@cathrynharrison4734]

Ilove these houses and when you live inan Earthquake zone ........cant beat it

[@wownewstome6123]

Look up Monolithic dome houses. Reinforced concrete means termite proof, can withstand earthquakes and tornadoes. No pricey roof to maintain or re-do. Lower homeowner's insurance, too, form what I heard.

[@flyjake314]

Another great video guys! That Du Lux is beautiful! Sure looks like some amazing quality homes they build. I really like they have several options - shell, shell with insulation, full build, etc.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thanks man! 😊 We really dig the various stages you can buy, offering great savings and some DIY experience

[@jacquelinehowden3445]

Where do one locate affordable lot in so. Calif

[@jacquelinehowden3445]

Jt

[@turansevincer2252]

Great video and smooth details. Thank you, pls add more.

[@margocheveres6482]

this is so beautiful.

[@mizfrenchtwist]

WHAT A BEAUTY...........THANK YOU , FOR SHARING..........

[@charlottefisher3053]

Too good my goodness. Beautiful. 👍👍

[@misswildlife7905]

I loved watching this again..just absolutely fabulous!!!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

One of our top favorite container homes! Thanks for watching again ☺️✨

[@paulineniles370]

Very creative. The inside is so modern and comfortable. The beams and kitchen are gorgeous and spacious. I love the layout and placement of furniture and large picture windows.

[@GratefulThird]

Loved the cars going backwards on the highway during the first minute ;)

[@DRAGNET-pn5vf]

WELL DONE. A LOT OF THOUGHT PUT INTO THESE CONTAINER HOMES.🇺🇲👍

[@YoushaAhmad]

I think the original idea behind the tiny/ small sustainable house movement was simplicity; low cost; sustainability and minimalism. I know it means different things to different people, but that is all lost here in my opinion. I don't see the appeal here for people looking for regular homes either. Also, specifically on shipping containers as homes, their economics and restrictions often don't merit their use over various traditional building methods in my opinion. I think it is largely a trend. Perhaps they are useful if you want to put a solid structure on a pontoon or a truck bed. Great for low cost storage and in some cases animal housing where insulation isn't required though.

[@DevinTrierMaker]

Really nice execution and design on this one!

[@ragemodels]

Really Spacious from within!!! I love the really tall ceiling and the bridge idea is Genius helps expand the space even more !!! The options in various stages of construction really smart too !!! Great job and u guys always find very Unique "tiny homes" !!!👏👏🌨❄🏔🏡🏔❄🌨

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Thank you! ☺️

[@graemel3069]

Hi Guys, Indeed, a very impressive space and design! ...A true home with a practical living space which from my viewpoint is essential...cheers!

[@NatalieVanVeenNatalia]

So beautiful inside!

[@mjplotena]

Wow. This is an amazing build

[@pattepurcell1725]

$200,000 😂😂😂😂😂 containers are $2,350 delivered for a 40 ft container. You’re making bank Dude!

[@jitsandhu1]

I love this shipping container home. It's my favourite x.

[@OctoberMoon10]

You have got to be nuts!!

[@stevestruthers6180]

Absolutely love the layout, decor and design of this house. If I had $250K and the money to buy the lot too and build this in Canada where I live, I would do it. Sadly, fullu serviced building lots in Canada have become stratospherically expensive, if they're located anywhere near a city or town of any significant size. Only the rich can now afford housing in Canada. Our municipal governments, with their hyper-restrictive zoning laws and slow-as-molasses permitting systems, our do-nothing provincial governments and also the federal government itself are to blame. Add in greedy corporations and developers and you have a perfect storm.

[@pearlashimack516]

Really nice home.

[@Boooommerang]

Wowwww! Congratulations!

[@koubasaber5774]

منازل الحاويات فكرة رائعة جدا تتجلى من خلالها قدرة الإنسان على الإبداع اللامحدود.

[@the_meagan_channel]

Interior design is on point!

[@cynthiafreed3612]

Love the pine tree!

[@huongdo4005]

such clever and beautiful house

[@jeannie20001]

I love this home.

[@marianfrances4959]

Very nice. 😉🇨🇦

[@flon57]

Your recycling, it's sturdier than wooden tiny homes made, it's a win-win

[@spiritraindancer8799]

There is a line in which a container home starts failing to be a 'container home' and i think this qualifies. Basically the cost advantage gets diminished while the original intention for container home living gets overlooked. Might as well just throw up a wood frame structure and be done with it.

[@kellyb1420]

Stunning

[@judylamantia9741]

This house is beautiful, thanks for sharing

[@loisfolk5492]

Very cool home option.

[@patlechuga1944]

I love it! Yes pricey but put together very nice! I would love to have it!

[@crystalh4jc05]

Absolutely Amazingly Stunning 🥰

[@jessicahill5125]

i get great ideas from you guys , thank you

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Much appreciated ☺️✨

[@jessicahill5125]

@@TinyHouseExpedition i live in a nursing home so we need different ways to store and make the most of a small space....

[@JimmyHamAnp]

Keep finding these gems!

[@helenprotacio4364]

Beautiful

[@deeqoali7949]

Absolutely amazing 💖

[@shoralhookes804]

THIS IS AN AMAZING JOB 👏🏽😍

[@Kev4Kev]

A few things ive wondered about these. Do they attract lightning and how are they in earthquakes, tornadoes and hurricanes?

[@maliahjoy2959]

I've also wondered this

[@gilvraywilliams7231]

Bloody Beautiful mate👍👍👍

[@lovingatlanta]

👍I love it.💝

[@kimberlee3243]

Beautiful! I have an ikea kitchen. You have to be careful with the white cabinets, they oxidize!,

[@zekegendill]

i'm not the only one who thought of Life Uncontained within the first minute of watching this...

[@SPohl-zy4rz]

This is a little pricey. I like the layout though. Nice presentation.

[@karipiazza706]

I love these homes. I could see myself in one!! I’m up north of California, I would like to see more. ♥️ can people come by to take a peek?? ♥️this is lady from California 😘✌🏼

[@CharlesGriffith1965]

I would interested to learn more about the thermal analysis mentioned. Would love to know if that's a process provided by an external company and what it consists of... its the first I've heard mention in many videos on this subject.

[@ZackWolfMusic]

Any company can do the insulation as shown in this video. Although if I insult a container home, it would be double insulted with spray foam and fiber glass insulation.

[@user-hx6ef9bt2m]

you have spent lots of money for insulation.Is the insulation efficient in winter and summer? The house is very beautiful !!!

[@jessicafulton610]

This is very nice💕

[@robincrawley311]

Hi Kristen and Alexis😀Really Loving your videos,,Thank You for Sharing! Happy New Year 2021, Blessings!🙏🏽

[@maggieferrell4538]

Thanks for the info 👍🏼

[@cspann33]

Very nice!

[@benwarped7272]

easy, and convenient.. and thats what you pay for. if a homeowner did this themselves, but with 3 shipping containers, you could achieve the same thing using recycled materials for under 100k. probably way less.

[@andemess3095]

Gorgeous though.

[@larryjeffryes6168]

I love the bridge solution. Two side opening containers with open sides facing each other is my preference. What CAD system do you use and do you have any interest in Designers? I’ve designed aircraft interiors for 25 years, including VIP and Head of Sate. But I’m interested in housing and everything going on a plane is self contained by regulations requiring validation at top assy level. I’m interested in maximizing the bridge as a standard and basic top assy that can be accessorized and stretched in 48” increments. A standard “trough” for plumbing, and standard channel that can run single or in pairs along the top edge, between container and bridge, for electrical. Also air/heat ducting could be integrated into bridge and/or channel.

[@brendenellasfunadventures4186]

Great video I love Oregon . Portland is where I grew up but now I’m in Cali . Cali sucks

[@WayneTheSeine]

Wow.... beautiful but..... $230 per sq. ft. seems terribly high compared to a national avg. of $100 to $150 per sq ft. for a turnkey build. I don't get it, other than the novelty. Furthermore, today's construction techniques are highly advanced regarding energy efficiency, air flow, moisture control and so on. Further, attic space in standard construction obviously provides far more usable storage area per sq. ft. That being said, I must say this build is certainly well-thought-out and aesthetically beautiful ...for a shipping container.

[@lapislazarus8899]

What's the point of a "tiny house" that's 1100 square feet and coats you $200K?

[@james-r]

I agree

[@maggieferrell4538]

I would imagine the benefit is the durability of the containers. I would love to live in a container home especially if u lived where the weather was severe or unpredictable. It’s almost like your own little bunker. Great feeling of safety!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

It’s larger than a tiny home at 900 sqft. The durability is a huge selling point, but all new construction these days is pricey. They do offer flower cost shells and a smaller version for about $100k 👍

[@joyannesloan8384]

Plus land plus installation of utilities... The point of starting a business is to solve a problem and in my opinion this doesn't solve the massive problem around sustainable AND affordable housing.

[@donnathedead7554]

@@maggieferrell4538 They lost that advantage by cutting up the shipping containers. It is more the roof of the container you need for severe weather and that is lost here is well. Not worth it just to be pretty.

[@maureenp581]

Anyone else notice the cars moving backwards during the first minute of the video? Never before considered that some of the film we see is actually aired in reverse. Kinda cool.

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

😄 good catch!

[@dusandzivy898]

Pekný domček. Ta cesta s autami nad domom by mi prekažala.

[@ON8EI]

All good but the sound of the traffic would do my head in. Do you live there?

[@itzanopinion]

"do you live there"... Go back and listen to the first 56 seconds of the video and you'll have the answer to your question!

[@misswildlife7905]

The intro was reversed. Take a look at the vehicles on the road. I thought I had lost my mind for a moment..LOL Also, I am low maintenance, no pets, have references..so when can I move in??? LOL

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

😂 great catch!

[@Lyudtaru]

Looks kind of cool but what is the point to build out of shipping containers if you could this same exact thing for less out of wood?

[@travisrieder8710]

Over priced ia an understatement😲! Holy cow , their must be a typo ...lol

[@Conceptsexplainedsimply]

$250k... I turned this off right after that. You'd get a better standard home at that point given that cost...

[@ZeoCyberG]

Depends where, average cost of a new house nationally is over $300K and getting an older house can have issues and eventually you'd need to update it to meet modern code, which is more strict and demanding on the minimum standards allowed. Average home actually cost home owners quite a bit more over time... Here's just one example of why... www.zillow.com/research/hidden-costs-of-homeownership-16072/ Something to consider as better built homes do cost more but less maintenance and other costs over time can add up to more than the difference from purchase price over the years...

[@elbeno9304]

@@ZeoCyberG not in Carolina. This is too much point blank

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@elbeno9304 Sorry but fact is this is in Oregon and not Carolina, and too much again depends. Location is a big determination of multiple factors that effect costs, what people can afford, etc. because things like costs and what people's income can be varies across the country. Even same structures can have different costs depending on location... Meaning this can be done more cheaply elsewhere but that's elsewhere and they are quoting for where they are located, which is something that must be understood about the real estate market. Lots of factors contribute to this... Like different locations can have very different climates and weather conditions, different things to worry about like flooding, hurricanes, earthquakes, fires, etc. Be in different economy zones and population density areas, different access to jobs and pay ranges, different regulations and zoning, etc. Different locations can have different material costs, different local labor costs, different permits and other requirement costs... All on top of how the structure itself can be done differently... So there's a heck of a lot more to it...

[@NicCanDance]

@@ZeoCyberG it doesn’t really depend where, because 250k is only the cost of construction, it doesn’t include the cost of the land. Plus, that 300k average probably represents way more square footage. I’d also wonder about the resale value of a home like this, due to it only being two bedrooms. Plus it’s so non traditional, which might be a turn off for buyers. What about renovation? How easy would it be to find builders to expand it, and would the unusual build make it more expensive to renovate? I mean, it really seems like the major advantage of container homes was meant to be their low cost so at this price point it doesn’t seem worth it.

[@ZeoCyberG]

@@NicCanDance No, it depends where. All costs can vary, including materials, labor, insurance, etc. While, unless it's on wheels, many places will require you follow all the same processes and fees that you would do for any traditional building construction. So permits, impact fees, site prep, foundation, meeting building codes or getting an engineer to sign off on it, etc. can all still apply and you typically will need to also purchase land to place it... Here's an example of how it can end up working out that way... kzbin.info/door/noUKype0fVkWtCleYWBT1w But in such cases it gets treated like any other real estate property. The hurdle is getting it done in the first place as it's not a traditional build and the system resists anything new. So things like getting financing to build it will be very hard but once built then that all goes away and a buyer can then get financing, etc. just like for any other home purchase. Problem is people don't understand how the system works. A lot of costs are tied into the Bureaucracy. Places like California you can run into tens of thousands of combined fees before you even lay the foundation, for example... Exemptions like sheds under 200 Sq Ft often get voided the moment you turn it into an actual home with plumbing, etc... While non-permanent structures have to be actually movable to actually avoid most of the cost of the system. It doesn't help when people make assumptions of what can be lower cost, like containers were never intended to be used as homes. So there's quite a bit that has to be done to them to turn them into homes, which usually works out that unless you keep it basic and usually limited to just one container then costs can quickly add up and it can become more expensive than other options. The real reason to use containers is thus recycling and having an option people can DIY as building the framing is often considered a major hurdle for people building their own homes. They can be treated as non-permanent structure, some builders even permanently attach a trailer to them so they function the same as a THOW but that varies according to local rules for where you will be placing it... There are educational channels for figuring out the actual costs of container home construction and what is required to get them done to specific price point. Like check out Containing Luxury, they even offer courses for people serious about learning how to build their own container home.

[@donnathedead7554]

What is the point of using shipping containers? Wouldn't be easier/cheaper to just build the whole damn house?

[@lisathompson5742]

No I don't think so. You pay for what you get plus this home will I no doubt would with stand anything that's thrown at it. It's built quicker than a 'normal' house. Its an unusual build hence why pay for what you get. Lisa UK

[@donnathedead7554]

@@lisathompson5742 By removing a side of each shipping container to attach to the middle part, they have taken away the one advantage of using the shipping containers which is durability. By covering it in wood and siding, it can now burn as well. You could accomplish the same thing at a cheaper price by having a couple of exterior walls made of metal, but since this house has such a huge weak spot in the middle, I don't really see the point of that either. The roof is what gets destroyed in most homes, and that is another weak spot on this house. I do understand the appeal to shipping container homes. I live in tornado ally. This set up isn't good for that. You will still be left with no real shelter when a tornado rips through the middle of your house and takes the roof with it.

[@wownewstome6123]

@@donnathedead7554 If I lived in tornado alley, I would want a Monolithic dome or similar dome house out of rebar reinforced concrete.

[@lalitathapa6277]

Wow

[@elbeno9304]

I'll go down south and get a nice brick house for that price 🙆‍♂️

[@kckoellein]

Yeah I immediately exited when he gave that number. WTF is the POINT?! LOL

[@NicCanDance]

$250k for an 1100 sq ft, 2br 2 br home, not including land and other construction expenses?

[@cindyels4537]

I thought The whole idea of a shipping container house is to build cheaper . But my goodness at 250k I’m not interested at all. I would opt out for a real house. Ridiculous price ! You won’t sell many of these at that cost!

[@elondisc08]

lol @ the cars going backwards around :45 seconds

[@bluecollartech-io]

250K,. Remind me why this has an advantage over typical framed houses of the same size?

[@Samuel_O_O]

How do you join the containers to the bridge given that they are different materials?

[@missjones8123]

250k is expensive i thought container homes were suppose to be cheaper than conventional homes

[@wfincher]

Gorgeous work but not sure who this is for. After the cost of a construction crew the land the permitting and the kit is $250k by itself you might as well have bought a regular house it’s going to be 450k or more. The whole idea of a container home is to reduce cost but again I can appreciate all the work put into it.

[@sandyworkman3025]

How tall is the loft? Is it a standing loft?

[@nckknc]

He says roof like how wooff sounds!

[@cvetanpetrov3325]

Can you install wood-burning stoves in your homes?

[@arizonagirl8118]

I'm sorry but is it just me or is a car going backwards on the highway behind this mans home? Its at the 37 second mark. Does anyone else see this?

[@chuxideas1234]

Yes all the traffic in the closest lane is going backwards!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

Good catch guys! 😉

[@WayneTheSeine]

Ha ha.... good eye.

[@arizonagirl8118]

@@TinyHouseExpedition Thank you! I watch tons of scary videos so I watch for things very closely now lol

[@arizonagirl8118]

@@chuxideas1234 Oh wow I didn't know all traffic. Nice catch

[@maggieferrell4538]

What is the cost of the 20’ model? You never mentioned it’s cost. Thanks!

[@TinyHouseExpedition]

It varies but around $100k 👍

[@loubowen8082]

And which part is "a tiny "home???

[@reid375]

Are containers loud when it rains?