This 800 square foot home created from three shipping containers for Mike and Shawn McConkey from Obrarchitecture is one of first container homes in San Diego. The open-concept home is environmentally friendly and even uses flame-retardant materials due to the location of the home, where fires are more commonplace than other locations.
Advertisement
The kitchen offers everything that you need to prepare meals, including a full-sized refrigerator, oven, stainless steel sink and plenty of counter space. Overhead cabinets, built-in shelves and cupboards provide necessary storage, while IKEA appliances and kitchen items helped rein in costs. Mike McConkey has a degree in architectural engineering. His experience was integral in creating the home and coming up with cost efficient and space-saving ideas, like a smaller dining table that is perfect for two.
The house also contains a small living area, a bedroom and a bathroom. The coupled purchased the flooring, doors and the vanity in the bathroom at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Underneath a large, simple glass mirror, the vanity consists of a simple sink atop a wood slab and wooden table painted gray. The vanity adds a rustic charm to the bathroom. A built-in deck provides the perfect place to sit and enjoy outdoor air in the evenings. On a warm and breezy, California night, you can't beat sitting inside this charming container home. This home is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With a breathtaking view of the mountains and close to local hiking trails, it's a naturist's dream!