1. Client profile
Client Country: New Zealand
Sector: Sustainable Building and Environmentally Friendly Housing
2. Client Needs
The client sought an environmentally friendly, affordable and easily deployable housing solution to meet the growing demand for housing in New Zealand. They wanted a containerised house that could be adapted to local climatic conditions while providing adequate living space and comfort.
3. Communicating the customisation process
Initial Consultation: Initial communication with the client to understand their specific needs and budget.
Design Proposal: TUO LU SUPPLY provides a variety of container house designs, including floor plans, 3D renderings, and material lists according to the customer's needs.
Technical Discussions: Discuss technical details such as insulation, waterproofing, ventilation and energy efficiency to ensure the house meets New Zealand building codes.
Cost Estimate: A detailed cost estimate is provided, including materials, transport, installation and any additional customisation costs.
Contract signing: After both parties agree on the design and costs, the contract is signed and production begins.
4. Services contents
Customised design: Design a container house that suits the local environment according to New Zealand's climate and customer needs.
Material Selection: Use high quality sustainable materials such as recycled steel and environmentally friendly insulation.
Logistics co-ordination: Arrange container transport from China to New Zealand and ensure on-time arrival.
On-site Installation: Provide a professional installation team to ensure quick and safe installation of the house.
After-sales service: A one-year warranty is provided, including any necessary repairs and maintenance.
Container homes have become increasingly popular in recent years as more people seek affordable and environmentally friendly housing options. Container homes not only offer a sustainable and customizable alternative to traditional construction, their durability and practicality also make them ideal for modern living spaces. Once seen as unconventional, container homes are now considered an innovative solution for green building.
Cost-effectiveness
Compared to the materials used in traditional homes, 20-foot containers are more affordable. Their modular design also reduces construction time and labor costs. Prefabricated containers only need to be delivered to the site, stacked, and connected to public facilities. For a price far lower than that of a standard home, you can own a customizable and durable container home.
Environmentally friendly features
Using old containers for transformation not only reuses discarded materials but also avoids the creation of new waste. Container homes have good energy efficiency; their steel structures help keep indoor temperatures stable. With strategic layouts, passive heating and cooling can be achieved. Overall, container homes have a low impact on the environment.
Creative design potential
Containers can be stacked together in a variety of ways to create large homes or small residences as needed. Homeowners can choose brightly colored containers for a bold and artistic exterior. Inside, choose an open loft layout or use each container as a separate room. Container homes have a modern charm that is not often seen in typical suburban communities.
Sturdy and Weatherproof
Containers are designed to withstand the harsh marine environment, so they are fireproof, rot-resistant, and can withstand extreme weather conditions. The sturdy steel frame also keeps out pests. With proper maintenance, containers can maintain their structural integrity for decades.
Mobility
Because container homes are mobile, they offer flexibility that fixed structures can't match. If you need to move, container homes can be easily relocated to a new location or property. Containers are also ideal for pop-up cafes, offices, shops, and other temporary commercial spaces.
Sustainable Building Practices
Environmentally friendly construction is a priority across the real estate industry. Both residential and commercial real estate developers are working to achieve net zero energy, reduce emissions, use renewable resources, and use more environmentally friendly materials. Container homes meet these sustainable goals in many ways.
