Hotels from around the world that creatively repurpose shipping containers
Few structures have seen such versatile upcycling as the shipping containers. Originally designed to safely carry goods around the globe, the container’s durable, cube-like shape has attracted architects to continuously come up with new, innovative uses, ranging from removable football stadiums, to floating student housing and starburst-shaped residences. Being easy to transport and adapt into any kind of environment, containers have proven particularly successful when transformed into various types of accommodation, from hotels to hostels, or single-room retreats.
Here are a few hospitality projects from around the world that repurpose containers in fun and innovative ways.
Quadrum Ski & Yoga Resort, Georgia
Located at 7218 ft in upper Gudauri, Georgia, Quadrum is a boutique hotel made entirely from recycled shipping containers. The eco-friendly hotel is designed to affect the surrounding natural environment as little as possible, while its stacked boxes all feature floor-to-ceiling views that look out to the Caucasus Mountains.
Tiny urban Escapes, Indianapolis
Designed as a private space, Indianapolis’ Tiny Urban Escapes are fit within recycled shipping containers, each cabin features a double bed, private deck, and floor-to-ceiling walls.
Flophouze Hotel, Round Top, Texas
In Flophouze, guests have the opportunity to stay in one of six shipping containers before they decide if they want to design and build one of their own. Located in Round Top,Texas, each guest house consists of a living room, kitchen, bedroom and a bathroom.
Winebox Valparaiso, Chile
The hotel provides accommodation made of 25 shipping containers salvaged from the nearby port. Winebox hotel offers a private terrace for each room, while repurposed furniture and hand-painted murals can be found throughout the space.
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