Author: Marc Levinson Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 0691170819 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 540
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In April 1956, a refitted oil tanker carried fifty-eight shipping containers from Newark to Houston. From that modest beginning, container shipping developed into a huge industry that reshaped manufacturing. But the container didn't just happen. Its adoption required huge sums of money, years of high-stakes bargaining, and delicate negotiation on standards. Now with a new chapter, The Box tells the dramatic story of how the drive and imagination of an iconoclastic entrepreneur turned containerization from an impractical idea into a phenomenon that transformed economic geography, slashed transportation costs, and made the boom in global trade possible. -- from back cover.
Author: Craig Martin Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA ISBN: 1501303155 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 155
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Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. The shipping container is all around: whizzing by on the highway, trundling past on rails, unloading behind a big box store even as you shop there, clanking on the docks just out of sight.... 90% of the goods and materials that move around the globe do so in shipping containers. It is an absolutely ubiquitous object, even if most of us have no direct contact with it. But what is this thing? Where has it been, and where is it going? Craig Martin's book illuminates the “development of containerization”-including design history, standardization, aesthetics, and a surprising speculative discussion of the futurity of shipping containers. Object Lessons is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic.
Author: Stewart Brand Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101562641 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 648
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A captivating exploration of the ever-evolving world of architecture and the untold stories buildings tell. When a building is finished being built, that isn’t the end of its story. More than any other human artifacts, buildings improve with time—if they’re allowed to. Buildings adapt by being constantly refined and reshaped by their occupants, and in that way, architects can become artists of time rather than simply artists of space. From the connected farmhouses of New England to I.M. Pei’s Media Lab, from the evolution of bungalows to the invention of Santa Fe Style, from Low Road military surplus buildings to a High Road English classic like Chatsworth—this is a far-ranging survey of unexplored essential territory. Discover how structures become living organisms, shaped by the people who inhabit them, and learn how architects can harness the power of time to create enduring works of art through the interconnected worlds of design, function, and human ingenuity.
Author: Craig Martin Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA ISBN: 1501303163 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 98
Book Description
Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. The shipping container is all around: whizzing by on the highway, trundling past on rails, unloading behind a big box store even as you shop there, clanking on the docks just out of sight.... 90% of the goods and materials that move around the globe do so in shipping containers. It is an absolutely ubiquitous object, even if most of us have no direct contact with it. But what is this thing? Where has it been, and where is it going? Craig Martin's book illuminates the “development of containerization”-including design history, standardization, aesthetics, and a surprising speculative discussion of the futurity of shipping containers. Object Lessons is published in partnership with an essay series in The Atlantic.
Author: Stirling De Cruz Coleridge Publisher: Stirling De Cruz Coleridge ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 133
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Shipping Container Homes for Beginners: An Introductory Guide Pros & Cons Of DIY Building An Eco-Friendly, Cargo, Storage House. Practical Guidebook. You know how curious you are about shipping container homes? This in-depth yet brief guidebook explains the advantages and disadvantages and many more questions. Is it Safe to Build a House Out of Shipping Containers from Scratch? What Is a Shipping Container House's Standard Size? What Is the Best Way to Insulate a Shipping Container House? Can a Shipping Container House Have a Roof? Which states permit the construction of homes made out of shipping containers? How Much Do Container Homes Cost? How Long Does It Take To Build A House Out Of A Shipping Container? Do Container Homes Rust Over Time? Do container homes appreciate in value? How does it compare to a tiny house? Plus lots of other aspects you may never have considered. Check this book out first before you think of purchasing a shipping container home. Find out more about sustainable green living. What is living off the grid? useful reference book, great value. Get this book now!
Author: John Davidson Publisher: Mendon Cottage Books ISBN: 1310183430 Category : House & Home Languages : en Pages : 72
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION TO SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES: ADVANTAGES OF SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES: DISADVANTAGES OF SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES: CONTAINER SIZES AND SPECIFICATIONS: NEW OR USED CONTAINER: PERMITS AND REGULATIONS: CHAPTER TWO FOUNDATION FOR SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMES: SITE CONDITIONS: CLIMATE: MARKET FACTORS: BUILDING DESIGN: EXCAVATION AND FOOTINGS: TYPES OF MATERIALS USED FOR FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION: CHAPTER THREE PLACING THE CONTAINERS: JOINING THE CONTAINERS: WELDING BASICS: ADVANTAGES: DISADVANTAGES: PARTS OF THE WELDER KIT: WELDING SAFETY GEAR: PREPPING & GRINDING THE WELD: COMMON WELDING PROBLEMS: CONTAINER REINFORCEMENT: CHAPTER FOUR ROOFS: TYPES OF ROOFS: 1. SHED: 2. GABLE ROOF: HOW TO CUT SHIPPING CONTAINERS CHAPTER FIVE ADVANCED FRAMING: ROUGH ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING WORK: SOLAR PANELS: PLUMBING: CHAPTER SIX CONTAINER HOME INSULATION: THERMAL BRIDGING: FLOORING: SAFETY LOCKS FOR YOUR CONTAINER HOME: CHAPTER SEVEN: RESOURCE DIRECTORY CHAPTER EIGHT: PLANS PUBLISHER Introduction to Shipping Container Homes: Shipping container homes are houses that are built using shipping containers. The strength, durability, availability, and the cost effectiveness of containers as building material has made these types of homes popular in recent years. When you buy a container, it might appear as hollow boxes with no windows or openings. However, these boxes are highly customizable; they can be stacked and welded together to create beautiful yet economical homes. The next section is about the pros and cons of living in a shipping container home.
Author: Paul Sawyers Publisher: ISBN: Category : Containers Languages : en Pages : 113
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Intermodal Shipping Container Small Steel Buildings explains how to purchase steel cargo containers and modify them for use as buildings under 1000 sq ft in size. Learn how you can save up to 40% over tradition lumber and factory made steel structures with these unique building blocks. New and used steel shipping containers are available nationwide. It's easy to buy containers and modify them for use as workshops, garages, cabins, guest houses, super carports, RV - 5th wheel covers, and much more (the book shows how). Enjoy a building that's up to fifty times stronger than most structures, built quick and with amazingly little labor. Take part in the shipping container building revolution with the worlds first book on the subject... Intermodal Shipping Container Small Steel Buildings! Includes photos, diagrams, plans, and charts. 114 pages, soft cover.
Author: Bill Oatfield Publisher: ISBN: 9781952772108 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 126
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Realize Your Dream of Living in Your Own Shipping Container Home! Learn How You Can Save Money With Insider Tips On How To Build Your Shipping Container Home! How would you like to: - pay way less per month, and - still live in your dream home? That's the promise that a shipping container home offers! Get Your Copy of 'Shipping Container Homes' These tiny houses are taking the world by storm at the moment, and rightfully so. Combine a massive oversupply of containers with people looking to live in cheap homes, that are even eco-friendly, and you can see why building container homes is a match made in heaven. Steel containers make for amazingly cheap houses, for the fraction of the cost of a traditional home. The tiny house movement already adopted shipping container construction as a method of building a new home. However, you do not need to be a fan of tiny houses to appreciate that containers make for excellent and comfortable homes. Imagine the possibilities that come with freeing up the financial resources you are now spending on your mortgage! Well...you have come to the right place. Why You Should Check Out 'Shipping Container Homes' This book is a step-by-step guide on how you can build a container home. I will take you by the hand. You will learn the basics, such as: - The advantages of building a house with a container - Different container sizes, and - What you can expect to pay for one. We will discuss what to consider when laying out the foundation, plumbing, electrical work, interior design, and insulation. And we will also cover: - DIY home containers vs manufactured homes - How to treat the container to turn it into a safe living space, and - How you can turn a small house (because containers can be tiny homes) into a bigger one if you have a family. If you want to know how to build a house with a container, look no further! Pick up your copy now and get inspired to turn your dream into reality. Start Reading 'Shipping Container Homes' Here's What You Will Learn: - What Are Shipping Container Homes? - The Benefits of Shipping Container Homes - What to Consider Before Purchasing a Shipping Container - Choosing the Right Shipping Container - Are Shipping Container Homes Safe? - How To Build A Container Home - Where To Purchase A Shipping Container - And Much More! Finally, as a FREE & EXCLUSIVE BONUS, you're also getting the chapter 'Choosing The Right RV For You' from my other book 'RV Living A Beginner's Guide To Turning Your Motorhome Dream Into Reality.' To recap 'Shipping Container Homes' introduces you to the world of affordable housing and can literally save you thousands of dollars! Let's get started, shall we? And welcome to the family. Take action now! Scroll to the top of this page and click the 'Buy Now' button.
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