What Can YOU Do with A Shipping Container?

Shipping containers have become a popular choice for repurposing into various

structures due to their strength, durability, and portability. With a little creativity, these

steel boxes can be transformed into unique and functional spaces. In this blog post, we

will explore some of the different possibilities for shipping containers.

1. Homes and Offices. A popular use for shipping containers is to create homes

or offices. Containers can be stacked or combined to create multi-level structures

that are both practical and visually stunning. By adding insulation and windows,

they can be transformed into cozy and comfortable living or working spaces.

They can also be a cost-effective and portable field office on a construction site.

2. Pop-Up Shops or Temporary Retail Spaces. Because they can be easily

transported to different locations, shipping containers are an excellent choice for

entrepreneurs looking for a flexible and cost-effective way to start a business.

Last summer, a shipping container was used as a fireworks store at a Walmart

parking lot in Catonsville, MD.

3. Restaurants and Bars. With your choice of 20- or 40-foot containers, regular

heights, or high cubes, you can customize them for a unique dining experience.

With the addition of windows, doors, plus a little creativity, containers can be

transformed into cozy and inviting dining spaces.

At the Warehouse Cinema in Frederick, used shipping containers painted black,

blue, and orange have been used throughout as part of the theater’s industrial,

eco-modern design. A bright-orange container has been converted into a bar in

the concession area.

4. Art Studios and Galleries. These structures offer a blank canvas for artists to

create and showcase their work. With insulation, lighting, ventilation, and other

features, they can be turned into creative and inspiring spaces for artists and art

enthusiasts alike.

5. Storage Units. Because they’re weather-resistant and secure, shipping

containers are great for storing equipment, materials, and any items that need to

be protected from the elements. Shelves and lighting can be added to suit your

needs.

Take a look at our inventory of available containers. We have containers available for

sale or rent, and our rental prices are lower than renting a storage unit! Call us at 301-

788-2454 – we’d love to talk to you.