Freight Container Home for $40,000

Would you live in a $40,000 shipping container?  As the options for prefab homes grow, Dwight Doerkson is adding to the choices by converting shipping containers into an eco-friendly home.  Although, Mr. Doerkson is not the first designer to use a container for a home, his is limited to one container while most of the other designs use several to create a traditional home.  The interior is made up of recycled rubber tires for the floor, bio-based green foam insulation and is made to live off the grid.  Sold as a “short-term living space” these customizable and portable homes have solar panel options, 12V lighting, optional solar refrigerator and an optional compost toilet.  The “ecopods” were born from Mr. Doerkson’s dream to create an affordable weekend cottage.  Although, not sure how you transport this “home” it may be the future of recreational vehicles.

Interview with Designer Dwight Doerkson: