Built from four shipping containers connected by a series of steel platforms and bridges, the Kontena home has ample parking spaces around the house. Photos: Winston See/Paperspace
Container houses may not be entirely new but with the ever rising price of property, they could well be a viable home ownership option. And with the right touch, such designs can offer stylish and sustainable living without compromising on comfort.
One such example is the Kontena house, located in Bentong, Pahang, designed by architect Winston See, co-founder of Paperspace design studio.
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Built from four shipping containers connected by a series of steel platforms and bridges, the Kontena home has ample parking spaces around the house. Photos: Winston See/Paperspace
The common living, dining and dry kitchen areas are positioned in an open-plan concept.
One of the three bathrooms in the house, featuring teal tiles.
The single-storey traditional kampung house that has since been replaced with the Kontena home.
The bright and airy courtyard is also where the occupant's decades-old sewing machine is placed.
An aerial view of the dry kitchen, located in the semi-indoor courtyard.
The kitchen is located at the heart of the home in a semi-indoor courtyard.
The living room is fitted with modern furnishings.
Hardwood from the old house was repurposed into external lourvres (background) and the main door.
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