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You missed the part where it would be made with containers. I assume they do not know what they are doing.

Moto7451 14y ago
Containers can make for some very cool architecture. http://weburbanist.com/2008/05/26/cargo-container-homes-and-offices/ http://weburbanist.com/2008/05/26/cargo-container-homes-and-... That said I agree that this looks like its a very idealistic project that lacks an actual plan besides "cool ideas + money = awesome."
- stephengillie 14y ago
  A connex (45' long container trailer) looks to cost around $1000-$3000 on eBay, and I think I've heard that's a typical price for one. I'd budget another $3000 to make it livable - installing drywall walls, electrical outlets, plumbing a toilet and mini-kitchenette, and a door and window. The biggest price will be land. Interestingly: http://containerhouse.info/how-to-buy-container-home/ http://containerhouse.info/how-to-buy-container-home/
  - protomyth 14y ago
    more info from 2011: http://www.archdaily.com/160892/the-pros-and-cons-of-cargo-container-architecture/ http://www.archdaily.com/160892/the-pros-and-cons-of-cargo-c... I do think they would run into trouble with the local building codes and inspectors.
    - mcormier 14y ago
      "Shipping container architecture gets a lot of encouraging coverage in the design world as a trendy green alternative to traditional building materials, and seems like a smart choice for people looking for eco-consciousness. However, there are a lot of downsides to building with cargo containers. For instance, the coatings used to make the containers durable for ocean transport also happen to contain a number of harmful chemicals, such as chromate, phosphorous, and lead-based paints. Moreover, wood floors that line the majority of shipping container buildings are infused with hazardous chemical pesticides like arsenic and chromium to keep pests away." YIKES!!
      - psytek 14y ago
        The container prep will be done offsite. This is a prefab project.
    - psytek 14y ago
      Our plan is up to code, and of course we'll make sure that everything will pass inspection. Mayor Bloomberg is also pushing for green projects like this, so the wait time for a permit is much less.
- columbo 14y ago
  Metal walls also cause condensation. Here's a good reference: http://www.tincancabin.com/ http://www.tincancabin.com/ Building a 3 container cabin I believe wound up costing the guy $25,000 I've been thinking of making a tin-can-cabin, some sort of summer-vacation spot but I can't imagine trying to make a all-year-livable space in new york with containers. May as well buy an old building and pay to clean out all the asbestos.
- psytek 14y ago
  We've added more concrete details to the plan. Thanks for the feedback.
psytek 14y ago
http://www.platoon.org/ http://www.platoon.org/

Containers can make for some very cool architecture. http://weburbanist.com/2008/05/26/cargo-container-homes-and-offices/ http://weburbanist.com/2008/05/26/cargo-container-homes-and-... That said I agree that this looks like its a very idealistic project that lacks an actual plan besides "cool ideas + money = awesome."

stephengillie 14y ago
A connex (45' long container trailer) looks to cost around $1000-$3000 on eBay, and I think I've heard that's a typical price for one. I'd budget another $3000 to make it livable - installing drywall walls, electrical outlets, plumbing a toilet and mini-kitchenette, and a door and window. The biggest price will be land. Interestingly: http://containerhouse.info/how-to-buy-container-home/ http://containerhouse.info/how-to-buy-container-home/
- protomyth 14y ago
  more info from 2011: http://www.archdaily.com/160892/the-pros-and-cons-of-cargo-container-architecture/ http://www.archdaily.com/160892/the-pros-and-cons-of-cargo-c... I do think they would run into trouble with the local building codes and inspectors.
  - mcormier 14y ago
    "Shipping container architecture gets a lot of encouraging coverage in the design world as a trendy green alternative to traditional building materials, and seems like a smart choice for people looking for eco-consciousness. However, there are a lot of downsides to building with cargo containers. For instance, the coatings used to make the containers durable for ocean transport also happen to contain a number of harmful chemicals, such as chromate, phosphorous, and lead-based paints. Moreover, wood floors that line the majority of shipping container buildings are infused with hazardous chemical pesticides like arsenic and chromium to keep pests away." YIKES!!
    - psytek 14y ago
      The container prep will be done offsite. This is a prefab project.
  - psytek 14y ago
    Our plan is up to code, and of course we'll make sure that everything will pass inspection. Mayor Bloomberg is also pushing for green projects like this, so the wait time for a permit is much less.
columbo 14y ago
Metal walls also cause condensation. Here's a good reference: http://www.tincancabin.com/ http://www.tincancabin.com/ Building a 3 container cabin I believe wound up costing the guy $25,000 I've been thinking of making a tin-can-cabin, some sort of summer-vacation spot but I can't imagine trying to make a all-year-livable space in new york with containers. May as well buy an old building and pay to clean out all the asbestos.
psytek 14y ago
We've added more concrete details to the plan. Thanks for the feedback.

psytek 14y ago

http://www.platoon.org/ http://www.platoon.org/