Living in an Ultra-Modern Shipping Container Home - Built with 4 x 20ft Used Containers
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- Опубліковано 7 чер 2024
- In this video, we’re touring a really unique and modern shipping container home in Kamloops, BC, and hearing from the family’s story of how and why they host their shipping container on Airbnb. Cathi and her husband Trevor downsized to this small space three years ago after their sons had left home and the couple has been living in it full-time ever since. The main house has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen and a living room, and a full bathroom.
It’s built with 4 recycled shipping containers. There’s an additional studio space that’s connected to the main house with a breezeway and it is set up as a fully self-contained micro cabin, plus there's an awesome outdoor kitchen with a dining space and wood-fired pizza oven.
Cathi takes great pride in hosting her unique space with guests on Airbnb and has had success doing so. You can check out the beautiful Airbnb here: www.airbnb.ca/rooms/27575052
You can also follow Cathi on Instagram here:
/ blackboxcontainerhome
The shipping container house was designed and built by Honomobo and you can find out more about them here: www.honomobo.com/
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
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Music & Song Credits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat of Exploring Alternatives.
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Mat and Danielle of Exploring Alternatives
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Photos of the shipping container house build by Trevor Marshall - Навчання та стиль
Interesting how some people's downsize would be other people's up size.
These people look rich.
indeed ...
Way of the world. But let’s not assume these folk didn’t earn it and work hard in first place.
I'm only seeing the wealth of LIFE that they have accumulated and the ability that they have to be able to share their experience with others. How phenomenal! I'm also seeing how others will tend to judge people by what they assume instead of applying tools to grow and enrich their own lives to be just as wealthy. Income equals outcome and these two have clearly worked hard to be able to appreciate the fruits of their labor! Truly a blessing!
Yep i've lived with my partner now in a 36m2 house for 10 years now.
To say „we don‘t have a ton of space“ about the kitchen 😳 To me, the kitchen is huge!
They prioritized smart, but if you have a home you need more storage space. They cannot keep extra stuff, that demands discipline.
@@Mikayla_5 that is EXACTLY what I thought. it didn't appear 'minimalist' at all to me either. I really LIKE it, but I think that description is a bit exaggerating.
I agree! Even the lounge room is big
Lol. Yeah this is twice the size of our house. 🤣
It has no dinning room so the island is the table and storage. Remember the house is only 704 sq So it is a tiny home. So the kitchen is not huge but is a good Size. You can’t count the garage/studio.
Her saying how she'd have a record picked out for guests that they might like is such a nice thing. Even if they end up not liking it the fact she goes through that effort shows how much she cares about others
It's amazing how beautiful recycled shipping containers can look - this is not only a highly functional abode but aesthetically beautiful.
This minimalist tiny home is bigger than most of the apartments I've had and they have more stuff than I've ever been able to have.
well..this tiny home is not an overvalued property in NY, SF, London, Paris...or you name it. And they have an age..i guess you would expect to have few things at that age. So quit whining, will you
There is nothing minimalistic about it.
It's minimalist if you came from a 3000 sq ft subdivision home I guess?
@@wadodful I agree both of those are so different. This was more of a minimalist than a tiny home video. This is not what comes to my mind when I think of tiny home. Lol. A tiny home is like anything less than 800 square feet. I get so annoyed when people say I have a tiny home and they have four bedrooms two baths thats 1000 sq ft +🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Cake is Real this is less than 800sf of conditioned space. The average regular home (single-family stand-alone) in the USA is over double this size.
break bread together....the sweetest words heard in a very long time. very inviting
Refreshing indeed!!!
I completely agree!
The funny thing is that this house is million times nicer, than the majority of multimillion-dollar houses in MTV cribs or whatever :D this is gorgeous,nice job
this is how I want to live when I retire, this home is beautiful! Just me and my dogs, this would be perfect!
The black and the cedar go well together.
Her voice is so soothing.
That's the first thing I thought. She could talk about paint drying and I'd listen.
She is a voice coach. I bet she sounds great when she sings!
I thought the same, she's also very pretty and youthful - that was my 2nd thought lol
Seriously, this isn't a small space, the house is built with 4 shipping containers, i don't consider it tiny. Nonetheless, its indeed beautiful...
It’s 4, 20 foot containers, not 40 foot which are standard.. so it’s really only 4x (20x8) = 640 sf + the covered breezeway.
If you consider the livable floor space, it feels like a regular small home, but take into consideration other dimensions, and spaces: there is no attic or basement. For example - where do you keep all the stuff that you need to maintain the house? Because of that, it's still pretty minimalistic in nature.
Jan Klosowski Dude, it’s not Minimalistic. Compare this to house’s in the U.K. rather than the 3000sq/ft mansions America and Australia get as a norm.
Everything I have to maintain my house is kept in a large cupboard, you don’t need a damn basement just for tools.
@@Spazza42 I'm afraid you've got fooled by the wide-angle lens. Two large shipping containers equals 50sqm, so the main building has no more than 60sqm + "the garage" which is Airbnb. I've been in a couple of homes in the U.K. none of them was below 120sqm floor space. I'm not sure what are you referring to.
It doesn’t say anywhere it is a tiny house.
I remember when this channel started out of a small van, you both have come a long positive way! Great to see! I was one of your early subscribers.
Was the van down by the river? ;)
@@TroutButter internet iiiiu
This is by far the most beautiful container house I’ve seen. So sleek and modern
Delightful home. Kathie is charming.
Thoroughly enjoyed this. Thanks.
That view during winter after a good snowfall might be something out of this world.
The more I see this concept-living in container homes, I am in love with it!
Tasteful, beautiful, poised, elegant, calming ...she and her home! I realize the enormity of work involved keeping it maintained to perfection. I see I’m not the only person who enjoys an outdoor soothing bath. I Love the complete concept. Thank You for sharing your thoughts, and lifestyle. 💛
As a fellow Canadian living near Monaco who deals with luxury properties daily, just wanted to say well done on your home. You’ve both done an amazing job and it’s very inspiring!
What an absolutely beautiful space and those views!!! Favorite part was her discussing picking an album to match the likes of an incoming guest. She and her family look like fascinating and fun too. I would stay there in a heartbeat! Oh ... and I love the garage door!
Beautiful nature. Great places to stay.
Absolutely.
@@asma1405 I have no idea. Probably does.
Where is this? Do you know? California? Canada? I couldn't understand the name of the place.
@@higherresolution4490 I think it is in Australia :)
@@higherresolution4490 British Columbia Canada they are friends of mine ❤️
Absolutely gorgeous and elegant home! I LOVE seeing people with such class and taste live in alternative homes. Everything about this space was very well done.
SO VERY TRUE!!!!
I'm so glad this video was made and that youtube suggested it..we live about 7 hours away and I'd love to stay there next spring. Bravo to everyone getting creative with alternative type dwellings and sharing their ideas with others.Thank you
Awesome! Hope you get to experience it, it’s just as special in real life :)
We love that they wanted to give life to shipping containers and they did an amazing job. The tiny home studio is fantastic and they are doing the airbnb thing with love, welcoming people with music on a record player. Kudos, wonderful people!
This is the first container home I have seen that I actually like. It's beautiful and the floor plan is outstanding.
What a lovely home and studio, and Cathi has such a wonderful, soothing voice, I could listen to her talk all day long!
Thank you for watching! You can check out the Black Box Container Studio here: www.airbnb.ca/rooms/27575052
instagram.com/blackboxcontainerhome/
Hi! You guys have any idea how much does it's cost?
Land, Taxes Insurance Blueprints, Shipping, Transport -Laborors Construction Materials And Machinery. This is a great way to make income if you have all these resources available while maintaining your Personal Home and All That Is Involved. Many would be surprised to find that starting this opportunity can cause debt to most Family's, Perhaps we can seek out the basics, twards a more realistic approach to create a more affordable permanent home, before jumpstarting into this process. You need a parcel of land and hook ups, much more than a few shipping containers to air b&b. Anyone agree that might be a little better?
It is so beautiful! Wow!
Beto Teixeira click the link and find out...
This is really cool!! I would love to stay in the studio for a few nights and I’m actually thinking of renting my own tiny house.
What a stunning home & Airbnb studio. Seems like an ideal host with much to offer for future experiences. The location is divine! Wishing them well in their journey.
The transformation of a shipping container into such a beautiful home as you have is stunning with great design.
I love what you guys have built here. I live in Korea and now after seeing your home, I wanna do exactly the same thing here. You are so inspiring! Thank you so much for your video.
Really well designed, and really well thought out. Perfect amount of space, yet not so small that it feels cramped. Great decision all around.
I love the integration of skills within the family. So cool!
Looks super cozy yet spacious. It’s stunningly beautiful and you’re right you just can’t beat the view
This is my favorite tiny home out of all of them that I’ve seen! Beautiful
The interior design is so peaceful. And Cathi has a beautiful speaking voice. She could record relaxation content or something! :)
Wow, perfection! Such a wonderful lifestyle you have carved out for yourselves. 💕
Wow, this place looks so wonderful. I would love to spend a whole year, just to get a full feel for the seasons in such spectacular surroundings. It’s a wonderful home, and such pretty interior, she could do that as a job too 😘
Smart, cozy and beautiful. Very nice
She loves her sons for sure.
She does, but I was shocked when I saw her "kids".. they are grown ups.. haha She looks so young!
@@clari5683 that's what a good family does to you.you remain young.
Just beautiful! The home, the lady, all of it. Beautiful music too.
It's not just the beautiful house but the sparkle in her eyes, she really love all of it🥰🥰🥰
Nothing is more beautiful than watching the scenery while cooking- beautiful 😍💗
I love everything about this build and I love your videos. It's crazy to believe, but the studio alone is my dream home....maybe with the outdoor kitchen added too. That was a lovely addition.
"The scenery is the art work... " So true. It's beautiful. Thanks for showing it to us.
I am a Canadian living in New Zealand - have been looking at alternative housing and am fascinated by container homes. I just found this home in Kamloops ( I am from Vancouver Island). Absolutely fantastic! Great idea to emulate here in NZ. Thanks!
Such an amazing video! I get goosebumps when I see someone that loves Kamloops and it’s diversity as much as I do! ❤️
Kathy is delightful as well as their living space.♥️
One of the most stunning dwellings I think I have ever seen, I would love to Live somewhere like that!
A truly beautiful home! I love the plans you have for offering ‘experiences’. That will do well!!
This is one of the most beautiful container homes I've seen. Love it!
Wow, thank you :) Happy you enjoyed the tour!
What a beautiful, serene setting. I look forward to visiting when this whole Covid situation is over. 💕
Love this home. But wonder why no solar panels? Would have been perfect.
Simple, they cost money and the return on investment takes years. Some people prefer to be on the grid
That's what I said
@@0900McShizzle I don't get that concept. Can you explain? I thought it's stick up solar panels ➡ power your lights. Two step process right?
@@jhowardsupporter panels, batteries and good inverters that can power a whole house are expensive. People take loans to purchase and install them. It will take years before the savings you’ve made on using the grid are met. And even then you still need to buy new batteries as they have a limited lifespan. Some choose a hybrid model where they only buy panels and they sell the energy back to the grid which cancels out any bill payments
@@0900McShizzle Oh here it only cost about 5 grand which is the same as 5 iphones. I'm in Australia.
🌸 What I especially love is the fact you can place solar panels above to make it eco friendly. Guttering to capture any rainfall into tanks to water garden. I can totally see something like this being my next project. I would have electric auto blinds, with free energy not an issue to use
exactly.
Amongst other things, i really love the kitchen. Inspiring
LoL 😆 all day
Whoa! Everything about this place is beautiful. 😻😻😻
What a beautiful home! We came to Kamloops last year as an overnight stop and we wished we'd stayed here! Love the setting. The scenery really is the artwork!
Everything is decorated so beautifully. Looks so clean and fresh
The studio is lovely💖 suitable for single living
I love this family and what they have created! I’m inspired to do something similar one day. Thanks for sharing 👍😁
Cathi is gorgeous.. Nice touch picking Fleetwood mac at 7:24 I love this space.. so calm. CAthi's voice and vibe are so chill and relaxing.
Hello Samantha your smile is priceless
one of the most beautiful container houses i have seen till now
Beautiful home! Nothing beats doing something you are happy and passionate about for a living! Awesome!
I really like this house, it is small one, but has everything one wants. It is clean and white and well designed into the core.
She is someone I would want for a friend.
Ma’am ur voice n the way u pulled out this whole video is so calming and soothing to hear ... as much as to look at that stunningly built house...!!! 😍
Lovely home. Lovely family. Lovely place. I wish I could live here, being their neighbour. I love and agree with her statement "The scenery is the artwork anyway".
Such a gorgeous home.
The view is amazing!! Love the studio next to the house, it helps financially and could be use for your own guests.. great idea! Love the outdoor kitchen as well!!
Hello Flor your smile is priceless
Beautiful. Serene. Love the pics with your horse. What a honey.
Very elegant and eloquent people.
Very lovely voice
Beautiful. It is all you need. Think of the trees you are saving too.
Beautiful home and rental space!! I know where I'll be staying if I ever get out to Kamloops BC!
What a beautiful person Kathy seems to be and the home and future plans are wonderful. Very nice video! ❤️
Their house is really cool and Cathi is a very positive person. Great video!
Love this, would totally wanna go there if they continue to develop.
A shipping container, as long as they are saving one that is for whatever reason taken out of use, is a good recycled structural base. But I wish they would use more retired passenger planes that are just left to rot in the deserts. There should be tax incentives to salvage them. Some of the interiors are huge or at least the size of a super long motor home and they were built to survive high pressure, wind turbulence, extreme temperature and violent storms. They already have windows, they have doors...heck they have bathrooms. Save half the wings for decks! Just need to rework everything but they should be recycled for future residential use...not to just rot.
I would love to have the space and money to have a retired A380 or 747. All that space!
Yes! It's a long time dream of mine to live in a converted airplane tiny home!
Make em the new airstream alternative eh?
i agree. Can even make a unique air bnb or small resort out of them.
Cool idea! Didn't realize there were so many unused planes out there!! Thanks for watching :)
Moves beautifully. Great light quality within..
I'm in absolute love with your place Cathi!
cool, small space with everything ya need.
What an amazingly entrepreneurial family!
Another absolutely gorgeous, clean and functional design. Very impressive, tasteful and appropriate.
Excellent you have family as part of your herd and visitors too.
Can’t wait to finish gathering supplies & get to work on my container home! Might just record the process as well 🤔
That is stunning!
"Breaking bread together"....nice you are blessed!
This isn't a tiny house, it's nice architecture for affluent people.
Affluent people do not live in shipping containers.
An affluent person wouldn't share their home on AirBnb.
Who said it was tiny? You have a different perception of affluent than I do.
This build is amazing! 😍 We are currently building a container home on the Oregon coast. Can’t wait to be finished so we can enjoy it!
How did it come out ?
I love love love love their home. That is beautifully made. And the family bond you can tell how close they are. What a lovely family❤️❤️❤️
Hello Jhing your smile is priceless
Practical living! Beautifully designed.
I enjoyed the video. Two things I missed- one is overall cost, second how they are setup for water and sewer.
*All of which can be answered with a quick Google search!* 🔎 ☺
@@Nicole215 Thanks, but should be included of course.
Agreed
The link is in the description 🙄
@@robw3027 - *Read through the description and contact the builder for pricing because it will vary based on the customers' needs. If you're referring to the airbnb price, that link is also in the description. ☺ Regarding the build, what they paid will be different than what someone else pays. Maybe someone else may want smaller/less windows, a huge deck added, more bedrooms, another powder room, etc. The price isn't included for various reasons.*
The woman has done a great job decorating the inside of the shipping container. I should have her come over to my house for some tips :)
I mean if you want it to look like hers, just paint everything white. It's a super easy "style".
@@Rayne_Storms I was going to give the same reply!
Hello Katrin your smile is priceless
Awsome structure the ambiance is so nature and relaxing
Wow...just a little Shan-gri La in the middle of nowhere, and the people seem nice and welcoming. Love to visit sometime soon!
Love your home. Minimalist is the way I’d like to live.
Nothing takes 10 minutes to clean. I wish that were true.
🎯
Well it takes 10 minutes to clean after the professional domestic housekeeping comes or goes. Lol
If you are neat and tidy and regularly pick up after yourself, 10 minutes is plenty to wipe things down. Now, if you are a lazy slob, then no.
It takes 10 minutes to "clean."
Yes it does if your place is small and you´re already a tidy person or you clean regularly so the dirt/mess doesn't scalate.
What a beautiful experience
This home is truly elegant, spacious and we'll thought out. I am so jealous, in a good way. Love this post 😍.
It's bigger than any place I've ever lived in, even included growing up with my family xD so it was a bit funny when she kept talking about minimalism, downsizing and not missing out on stuff, etc when it looked like a completely normal sized home :P I really like it though, great design, interior and size.
I’d highly recommend watching the documentary Push about Airbnb and it’s ethical problems 🙏😍 stunning home
I was unable to find the documentary.
Absolutely beautiful! The scenery was amazing! 🙂
Thank you for sharing. Very inspiring both personal and professionally. Beautiful design.
Yes, that home is beautiful but what’s most striking is her hair. Gorgeous!
I love her hair!!!
I love her privilege
Lmfaooooooo
@@ilikeditbetterbefore what a cringe comment