Your container home, built to your plans

Shipping containers can be transformed into a range of functional spaces, such as guest houses, poolside rooms, tiny homes, or granny flats. Whether you choose a custom-built design or one off the plan, you can personalise the layout, finishes, and features to meet your specific needs, ensuring your container home reflects your unique style and preferences.

Popular Home Modifications

  • A tall, narrow window with a white frame is set into a dark blue corrugated metal wall, reflecting the sky and a white object outside—reminiscent of storage containers or a 20ft shipping container for sale.

    Add Windows

    Energy efficient and creates a nicer living atmosphere.

  • A white Haier outdoor air conditioning unit is installed in a shaded metal enclosure, with wiring connected to a nearby electrical socket on the left, next to an area where 20ft shipping containers for sale are stored.

    Add Insulation & Air Con

    Temperature control for comfort.

  • A white shower cubicle with a silver showerhead and a patterned white and grey shower curtain partially closed on a curtain rail, similar to the compact style often found in shipping container hire or storage containers.

    Add A Bathroom

    Enhances the livability and comfort of the space.

  • A stainless steel kitchen sink with a single tap sits in a light-coloured worktop above cupboard doors. A drainer area is beside the sink, and a power socket is on the wall—ideal for outfitting storage containers or a 20ft shipping container for sale.

    Add A Sink

    Makes the container feel more like a real home or functional unit.

Sustainable Shipping Container Home

This shipping container home was made with sustainability in mind! Utilising 13 x 20 foot containers and 1 x 40 foot container, this project makes the most of the structural integrity and modular design of containers to create a simplistic and effective layout.

FAQs

Looking to learn more about Shipping Container Homes? We’ve answered some of the common questions our sales team gets asked.

  • All Shipping Containers can be modified, but we recommend investing in a New Build Shipping Container. New Shipping Containers have straight, unbent walls, which provide a better foundation and a more polished result once fitted out.

  • Yes, New Shipping Containers are perfect for modification since they are typically in excellent structural condition. Their square and plumb design makes it easier to remove side walls and roof panels and weld in new frames. With minimal dents and scuff marks, they provide a superior finish for the modified product. Container Traders always recommends using New Shipping Containers for modifications.

  • Modification costs vary depending on the scope of the project. If you have a specific idea in mind, feel free to contact our friendly team, and we’ll provide you with an accurate estimate.

  • Yes, a Modified Shipping Container can be shipped as long as it complies with ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) standards and is in survey. This means the container must be structurally sound and meet the necessary regulations for shipping. Additionally, it must pass inspection to ensure it is safe for transport.

  • Yes, it is possible to install glass sliding doors in Shipping Containers. Our team can help modify the container by cutting out the appropriate space and securely installing the doors, ensuring proper insulation and weatherproofing.

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Recent Home Container projects

Project #123

20ft High Cube Shipping Container Home

The customer wanted to handle the final touches on their 20ft High Cube Shipping Container, so we prepared it to a point where they could effortlessly finish the fit-out.

Key Features:

  • Custom Cut Outs
  • Windows & Doors
  • Framing for Walls
  • Additional Bars Welded to Exterior
  • Fresh Coat of Paint
A black 20ft shipping container for sale with large window cut-outs sits outdoors on a concrete surface, surrounded by other colourful shipping containers under a partly cloudy sky.

Project #690

40ft Standard Shipping Container Home

We built this functional and stylish living space using a 40ft Standard Shipping Container.

Key Features:

  • Custom Cut Outs
  • Glass Sliding Doors
  • Windows & Ventilation
A large white shipping container converted into an office space with glass sliding doors and windows stands outdoors in a shipping yard, surrounded by stacked storage containers in the background.

Project #709

Dual 40ft High Cube Shipping Container Home

We crafted a functional and luxurious living space for a family, accomplished by repurposing two 40ft High Cube Shipping Containers.

Key Features:

  • Structural Frame Cut Outs
  • Seamless Joining
  • Custom Paint Job with Gloss Finish
A modern 20ft shipping container for sale is elevated on metal stilts, featuring large windows and nestled among trees under an open sky. Gravel and grass cover the surrounding ground.
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Every Home project, delivered with precision

Fast project turnarounds

Our modified containers are delivered quickly so you can stay on schedule and get operational faster.

Built Tough for Australian Conditions

We use high-quality materials and finishes that meet Australian standards and are made to handle real-world use.

It's Ready-to-Use on Arrival

Containers arrive fully prepped with your requested fit-out. Just position it, plug it in, and you’re good to go.

Honest Pricing with No Hidden Costs

You get upfront quotes with competitive pricing. No hidden fees or nasty surprises at the end.

Looking for a Custom Shipping Container Solution?

Don't see the exact container mod you had in mind? We love a challenge. Let our local team design, build, and deliver a container that’s uniquely yours.

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    “Excellent service from Lachlan Wilson on purchasing a 40ft container for storage at our winery. He kept me informed on progress and delivery. Special thanks to the delivery driver who negotiated our steep windy drive and slotted the container in perfectly into a tight space.”

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    “We needed a 40ft container quickly for my business, Fork Force Australia. Right from my initial contact the entire transaction was seamless and smooth. Nick was in contact almost straight away and made everything run great. They even delivered our container earlier than expected. I would highly recommend these guys.”

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