This Container House Has a Viewing Deck and a Swimming Pool
The small space also has a viewing deck where the owners can enjoy the view of the mountains
There’s no denying the versatility of small spaces as seen in the homes we’ve featured lately. Aside from the well-utilized condo homes and compact houses, container homes are becoming a favorite among homeowners, too. Diane and her husband, Alden, decided to build their version of a container house. Since Alden already worked on a couple container house projects in the past, they knew what to prioritize.
“We decided to use container vans since it allows for faster construction and it can be moved from one location to another. We might need to move the container home in the future to give way to a bigger building plan in the property,” shares Diane.
Located in Binangonan, Rizal, the house stands on a 205sqm lot, a piece of land the couple acquired through an agent. In making their tiny house dreams a reality, the couple took inspiration from the lake in the area and the calming views the property offers. “We thought it would be nice to build a small home as fast as we could with limited footprint. It’s a home where we could spend more time outdoors just enjoying the ambiance and cooler weather. We then worked on the design, fulfilled the requirements and then started the construction,” Alden explains.
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In just four months, the couple’s dream became a reality with the help of skilled laborers. When they are not staying in the container house, they also rent it out to guests who are looking for a relaxing quick vacation.
Take a tour of the tiny home below:
According to the couple, the home features a total of 60sqm floor area. “It’s modern, minimalist, and has simple styling. The colors used work well with the beautiful natural landscape of the place as well,” they share.
Every inch of space is maximized, making sure the small house looks and feels like a rest house – with nooks meant for quiet time, reading, or even meals.
The house is elevated by four columns, allowing the owners to double the floor area of the container van. On the ground floor is an open living area, a bathroom, and a kitchen. It’s roomy enough to accommodate meal preparation.
Meanwhile, the second level, which makes use of the container van, has a bedroom, another bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area. The sleeping space is cozy and completed with a wall-mounted TV.
Diane and Alden made sure that each area of the house is finished with quality fixtures. In the bathroom, sleek tiles spruce up the walls and flooring, while black fixtures keep within the modern look.
The house promotes communing with nature as seen in the outdoor nooks it has. “Our favorite feature of the property is dedicated to outdoor living spaces like the balcony, the roof deck, the swimming pool, and the garden,” says Diane.
Aside from having seating pieces where the owners and guests can chat, there’s also an al fresco dining area where meals can be shared.
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It’s not every day that you stumble upon a tiny house with an upper deck and a swimming pool. “We built a balcony to double the second level living space then we took advantage of the sloping landscape to build an infinity pool rather than filling the riprap with soil,” says Alden. (Ed’s note: According to stormwater.pca.state.mn.us, a riprap is a permanent layer of large stone or boulders that help stabilize and protect the soil surface against)
The container roof functions as a viewing deck where a breathtaking view of the lake and mountains can be enjoyed.
Diane and Alden also have a hammock in the property where they can read a book or savor a short nap. It’s also a good spot for enjoying the glorious sunset.
Planning a quick vacation? You can get in touch with Diane and Alden through their Facebook page, Camper at 57th Street.
