Creative Ideas to Convert 40’ Shipping Containers

The storage container industry is vastly controlled by industrial & commercial companies who need durable & weatherproof ways to store precious machinery, tools and documents. However, many creative consumers have found a way to convert 40’ shipping containers into luxuries and comfort items at a discounted price. East Coast Containers has highlighted 8 unique ways you can use your 40’ shipping containers that don’t involve storage or freight!

8 Innovative Ways to Convert 40’ Shipping Containers

Garage: Many houses are not built with a garage, but you don’t let that have to be a deal breaker and lose out on your dream home. You can purchase, convert & completely customize 40’ shipping containers into the garage you’ve always wanted!

Cabin: If you’ve always dreamed of having a cabin in the woods for fishing & hunting trips, but have been reluctant to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on a pre-built home, converting a container may be the perfect solution for you!

Office Space: More and more people are working from home than ever before. If you don’t have dedicated office space in your home, consider purchasing a storage container & converting it to an at-home office for you & your team. You can equip these with lighting, HVAC, electric & more for all the comforts to get through your work day.

Pop-up Retail Store: Since storage containers transport very easily, pop-up retail stores are a great way to showcase your products at concerts, festivals, wineries and more!

Emergency Bunker: You can easily convert 40’ shipping containers into a bunker or storage space for all of your emergency items. Since containers are insulated, weatherproof and highly durable all of your precious items will be safe and secure.

Swimming Pool: Probably our favorite way we’ve seen people convert their shipping containers! In just a few easy steps, you can transform a plain container into an in ground or above ground pool complete with lights, ladders, heaters and more!

Gaming Simulator: Easier than you may think, you can modify a 40’ shipping container into your own backyard gaming arena. Set up a large projection screen, hookup the gaming device and your house will be the best place to game on any given night.

Outdoor Movie Theatre: Similar to the idea above, you can use that same projection system to broadcast all of your favorite movies right in your own backyard. Set up some comfy chairs, a popcorn machine and you’re all set for a one-of-a-kind backyard movie night.

Buy New & Used Storage Containers Online

Achieving any of the modified 40’ shipping containers above isn’t as expensive as you might think! Buy shipping containers online using East Coast Containers’ safe & secure website starting at just $2,500! If you’re looking for even more inspiration, check out 10 innovative ways to transform a shipping container. Call our Pennsylvania office at 215-407-8529 for questions or phone orders today!