What is Container House ?
Shipping container architecture is a form of architecture using steel intermodal containers as the main structural element.
It is also referred to as cargotecture, a portmanteau of cargo with architecture, or “arkitainer”.
How Much Does It Cost To Build A Container House In South Africa?
A single bedroom 12 metre container with basic finishes starts at R225,000 excluding VAT, a quarter of the price of the average brick and motor home.
To make the container habitable requires insulation in the walls and ceiling, while doors and windows also need to be put in.
Can I build a container house in South Africa?
As with any building, a container home or office will have to comply with local building regulations and to be council approved.
With the exception of certain fire safety regulations, the rules pertaining to brick and mortar dwellings in South Africa largely apply to container homes too.
How much does a container cost in South Africa?
How much does a container cost in South Africa? At the base of every shipping container house is the container.
A standard 20′ container costs about R13 500 in the country, while a standard 40′ shipping container will set you back about R19 000.
Do South African banks finance container house?
Although we passed all their affordability tests, banks in South Africa do not offer financing for shipping container homes.
Do you need planning permission for a container?
Shipping containers are classified as temporary structures and so you do not normally need planning permission.