We were commissioned to design a resort cabin using a shipping container. Our initial plan was to convert the container into two cabins, each with a deck and a roof deck. Each cabin included a queen bed, a small living area, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The outdoor covered deck featured a dining and living area with access to the roof deck, which had extra seating and a barbecue station.
After reviewing the initial cost, the client requested a revision to remove the roof deck.
In our second proposal, we redesigned the cabins with different functions. To reduce heat buildup and prevent leaks, we added a separate roof. This roof extended over the outdoor deck, converting it into a lanai and blending the indoor and outdoor spaces.
The first cabin was designed as a family room, featuring one queen bed, a bunk bed, and a kitchen. It also had its own bathroom, and the covered deck became a lanai with a living and dining area.
The second cabin served a different purpose. It was designed for groups of six, with three bunk beds. While it included a bathroom, it did not have a kitchen. However, its lanai still provided a dining and living area similar to the family cabin.
This second proposal was much more affordable than the original design since we no longer needed to reinforce the container to support a roof deck slab.
What do you think about this shipping container conversion? Would you stay in one of these cabins? Let us know in the comments!
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