Many people are now seeking alternative ways to live more sustainably and to save money. House prices are extortionate and it is no longer realistic to expect to be able to purchase a home easily.
The growing demand for more sustainable living has also meant many people are not rejecting the idea of living in a typical home and are seeking alternative living options in order to gain more financial freedom in a way that is also beneficial for the environment,
Growing environmental consciousness has meant that many are now more open to non-traditional living arrangements and container conversions are an innovative, sustainable option for those who wish to make the change and live a more off-grid lifestyle.
The entire foundation of a container home is a form of repurposing and recycling. Old storage or freight containers are adapted and restyled in order to create unique, interesting spaces that people can enjoy and live in.
This helps to prevent the need for new construction materials and can save time and energy as well as preserve land. Container homes take up minimal space compared to traditional brick and mortar homes and therefore the environmental impact is far less.
As these containers are already built and in most cases, secure and watertight, there is much less demand for new materials and construction work to be done other than internal and cosmetic work, meaning these containers can be given a new lease of life with minimal impact on the surrounding area.
This is also a much cheaper option than building or purchasing a home, as even a full renovation of a container will cost significantly less than purchasing a home or building one from the ground up.
Due to the nature of a container home, they are also far more energy efficient as they mainly rely on off-grid methods of power. This includes solar and wind power as well as using biogas generators and other similar alternative fuel sources.
While these homes can be hooked up to the grid, often it is far easier and cheaper to power them by alternative means, therefore they are automatically a more environmentally conscious choice.
This goes for water conservation as well. Container homes are unlikely to be hooked up to water mains and will use alternative means of plumbing, meaning those living in these homes are more likely to be more conservative with their water usage.
Being able to live off the grid fosters a sense of pride and independence which often encourages others to do the same, having something of a knock-on effect. By promoting sustainable living, more people will engage in eco-conscious behaviours and the positive impact will be much greater.
There are so many benefits to container homes as they provide numerous positive environmental incentives as well as giving homeowners more financial freedom and allowing people to live a lifestyle that is good, affordable and beneficial for all.
