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ROTTERDAM

40ft ALL-INCLUSIVE PRECISION-CRAFTED HOMES BUILT FROM UPCYCLED SHIPPING CONTAINERS

Container to home

Container construction modification

Creating a container house is a highly specialized trade. When a piece of wall is removed, the opening has to be framed with steel extrusions (rectangular tubes); these are welded around the opening to maintain structural rigidity before placing any window or door. After closing the raw shell, still, 75% of the work is required to turn it into a finished habitable space.

THERMAL ISOLATION

The roof and walls are insulated with sprayed closed-cell polyurethane foam, 80-100 mm thick. Additionally, walls are insulated with mineral wool, 50 mm thick. Heat transfer coefficient U 0,16-0,18 [W/(m2•K)]. Floor insulation made with closed-cell polyurethane boards, 50 mm thick. Heat transfer coefficient U 0,30 [W/(m2•K)].

Windows / Doors

The standard package of triple glazed windows with heat transfer coefficient Ug = 0,7 [W/(m2•K)]. 5-chamber profile of window frames and sashes made of class A PCV. Possibility to use tempered, safe, burglar resistant or anti-solar glazing.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Concealed electrical wiring system and equipment (switchgear, sockets, connectors). Fusebox with 3x 16A subdivision and one central point to the main network. Off-grid option possible.

PLUMBIng system

Concealed plumbing system, PP pipes joined with heat fusion welding, PVC sewer pipes. Water supply fittings and drainpipes concealed in the floor, connections outside the container.

Walls / Ceilings

Inner wooden-steel construction of walls and ceiling, plasterboard layer, finished with gypsum plaster, priming, and paint.

One space
unlimited possiblities

ONE BATHROOM / ONE KITCHEN / ONE BEDROOM

Rotterdam Floorplan 2

EXTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.44 X 12.19 X 2.89 M , BUILDING AREA 29.8 M2
INTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.00 X 11.80 X 2.45 M , GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 23.6 M2
ROOMS: LIVING ROOM WITH KITCHENETTE 14.7 M2, BATHROOM 3 M2, BEDROOM 5.9 M2

Rotterdam Floorplan 1

ONE BATHROOM / ONE KITCHEN / ONE SMART BED

Rotterdam Floorplan 3

EXTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.44 X 12.19 X 2.89 M , BUILDING AREA 29.8 M2
INTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.00 X 11.80 X 2.45 M , GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 23.9 M2
ROOMS: LIVING ROOM WITH KITCHINETTE 13 M2, BATHROOM 2.4 M2, BEDROOM 6.7 m2

Rotterdam Floorplan 4

Popular uses

Primary Residence
Airbnb Rental
On-Site Housing
Vacation Cabin
Dormitory
Backyard space

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

Rotterdam Bathroom 3

BATHROOM

Washingmachine INDESIT, hot water boiler 30L, shower tray 120×80, shower glass screen, shower faucet, countertop (corten steel + rempered glass), mirror, countertop washbasin, sink trap with click-clack plug, concealed tap, toilet bowl, sliding or nonrebated door, electic towel warmer/heater

Rotterdam Interior 1

LIVING ROOM

Confortable Sofa

Rotterdam Bedroom Render

BATHROOM

Washingmachine INDESIT, hot water boiler 30L, shower tray 120×80, shower glass screen, shower faucet, countertop (corten steel + rempered glass), mirror, countertop washbasin, sink trap with click-clack plug, concealed tap, toilet bowl, sliding or nonrebated door, electic towel warmer/heater

Rotterdam Interior 3

KITCHEN

  • kitchen cabinets IKEA EKESTAD + METOD, microwave oven with grill, fridge-freezer 180 cm, two-burner induction hob, extractor hood, single-chamber sink, tap, Kitchen Island IKEA METOD with the corthen steel side + 2 hokers

  • kitchen cabinets IKEA EKESTAD + METOD, microwave oven with grill, fridge-freezer 91l, two-burner induction hob, extractor hood, single-chamber sink, tap.

Office space

ONE BATHROOM / SMALL KITCHEN /  RELAXATION SPACE

Rotterdam Office Floorplan 1

EXTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.44 X 12.9 X 2.89 M , BUILDING AREA 29.8 M2
INTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 2.00 X 11.80 X 2.45 M , GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 23.9 M2
ROOMS: OFFICE 13 M2 , BATHROOM 2.4 M2 , MEETING SPACE 6.7 M2

Rotterdam Office Floorplan 2

Rotterdam +

ONE BATHROOM / ONE KITCHEN / ONE OFFICE
TWO BEDROOMS

Rotterdam+ 2D Plan

EXTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 4.87 X 12.19 X 2.89 M ,
BUILDING AREA 59.40 M2
INTERNAL DIMENTIONS: 4.36 X 11.80 X 2.45 M , GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA 51.45 M2
ROOMS: LIVING ROOM WITH KITCHENETTE 25.2 M2, BATHROOM 3.76 M2, BEDROOM 8.86 M2,
BEDROOM 10.23 M2, OFFICE 3.4 M2

Rotterdam+ 3D Plan

(ALMOST) Indestructible

Built from rigid steel, our homes are incredibly strong and secure.

EVERYTHING PROOF

Strong enough to withstand wind, fire, snow, earthquakes, floods, and just about anything else you can throw at it.

UP-TO-CODE

Third-party inspectors verify that every Drophouse container unit meets or exceeds all applicable building codes.

Exterior paint 
features & benefits

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  • SUPERIOR UV PROTECTION
    Made with premium components, our paint lasts 2x longer than other exterior paints to ensure your home stays beautiful longer with lasting colors

  • ANTI WATERMARK
    Protects your home from visible watermarks and keeps it looking fresh and beautiful

  • ANTI ALGAE & FUNGAL
    Long lasting protection against fungus and algae in tropical climates

  • TEMPERATURE REDUCING
    Paint reflects sunlight thereby reducing surface temperature and keeping your home nice and cool
  • COLOR PERFORMANCE
    Certified by external lab to provide many years of lasting colors to protect your home
  • DIRT RESISTANCE
    Paint film resists dirt pick up from the environment and is easily washed off by the rain
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