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Container Build - Plan or no Plan? by scubahead

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Container Build - Plan or no Plan?
# Hail to the Hive!

About 8 days ago I noticed the beginnings of a container build and politely asked the workers if I could take a few shots as I am always interested in innovative construction projects and I did a black and white post with the photos

 https://peakd.com/hive-142159/@scubahead/container-conversion-monomad-challenge

Yesterday I revisted the post office which is next door to this construction and saw that some progress was being made but it left me wondering are they actually working from any real architectural design or just making it up as they go.

![EC947982-FCE2-41A5-82EE-9B7A221B68DC.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/EpVBC5DaYBQDToMzh6X4fgqDxarWzuqqpg4AjRJ9nmDgnFQaQc3sZpR264yp689zy4W.jpeg)

The work,en were not there for me to ask any questions as I am keen to learn a few things such as the building purpose and plans for its completion etc.

![36EAC932-BA09-4164-AD73-75E583367B7A.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23yd3mqXGzh5fXE7hYzBfwn8EayB1pRw5TVP4uVNtaG1W2CCzJ1Y1FGBhuDV58tZxUECj.jpeg)

It seems the general idea was so split and separate a shipping container lengthwise and build a roof over the top creating a bigger space.

![9C01D22D-BBDD-4FF3-B8BF-9D6BA1D9CD50.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/2423swB62cQZEWXg8K8Dmk9KHVErz8rRsDPMZhiKGphY3b6xtwyJyWykuZmTEGEywSkPf.jpeg)

On my last visit the front and back walls had not been built and the roof had only just been started. Both of these areas have seen some progress. 

![DEE9BAB3-6007-44C6-BEDA-4DD0355BC4FC.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23wgKceKDk7wqT9U7LMFzfvPR14AqapXfKVN7JpP3dRR3P2MXKouCC5ZHvWJ7hK1fTFFY.jpeg)

I’m curious to see how they incorporate this container door into the project. Will it be made into a functional access or just made into a side wall?

![B277BCCD-F7A9-4DA4-A863-F9495F2DAC02.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23xyZe6JWKT6PuRcfbdxK4wURYJBVjE2dZbxFF4iJEDsgLSAJvd9wh5nWoAF3eTgjiUm7.jpeg)

It’s interesting to note they are using timber for constructing the roof which caught my eye. A similar roof over 2 containers that I saw in the Philippines had faba metal frame for the roof to create a covered area and that looked much better, stronger and just an all round better design.

![495AB628-0A94-4BCD-8500-7685F7D370E3.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/EpT4ACjgxnucBe2i2oy2fpNWkydbK4jYmwSiizee6taTXJmqRT4oxVmKDRMyWJeFGyD.jpeg)

The fact that timber is being used is what is making me wonder what plan is in place. Probably just trying to keep costs down but if does seem a little odd.

![B1B6DE17-A8E9-4A25-9D54-578A8761FA7F.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23xVK4zdSgEYH2c2UPXMSab9u6P6MdrPnSuwpwYV6DuV8jTP3cusT5NeCPAVv6xEuXEgx.jpeg)

Now don’t get me wrong I’m all for improvise and innovate and all that but I have a few concerns about this. Notably the centre supports for the roof at the front and back of the structure are supported by the hollow block walls. These don’t seem to share the same foundation as the support on the sides from the container halves.

![9288209D-7E92-4277-854E-162077B16ECE.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23wqdoKKXUyEYNm4yzupt3ME4VAskSwB6nqTsNCQTPVv6B2MHBYHVj977XMWEpynReiCC.jpeg)

I would be worried if the walls subside and settle that this will warp and throw the whole roof structures integrity out. I hope this isnt the case and I’m missing something in their ‘design’.

![78098328-EC68-4A66-8CF2-F414ADCC1B37.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23wX1YUZ41L3SEvDY3oP7CAn2y2eL3XiArVDoqmgx1kYXPqZ6fRf6dRLsrSkZV1jDWQVU.jpeg)

We only have a few weeks left here and I’m hoping to revisit the site a few more times to see how it develops as it is an interesting project and I’m keen to learn its purpose also,

![CE10676D-5F78-4349-B268-6FDA8A20E8C6.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/23uFXjumUVjVXM88b3XMf6BsLZrRFdLrwGkgdtaRWspiVzeoN59u8ahhxWCqcMzeexZCZ.jpeg)

So I’m a little worried but a,so very interested to how it goes and I can only hope there must be a plan that addresses the concerns I’ve mentioned. If any of you architects out there on hive have any thoughts on this you’d like to share then hit me up in the comments section.

![1C08835B-D35E-4F0B-9308-C028557DC775.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/scubahead/242NmFTugopy5NutPezgRsLRq33s3dPemVT28jxso5BHUz6GCELeN33sPCtp4bBvX5fSL.jpeg)


So I will make an effort to visit this site at least one more time before I leave Jamaica and do an update post at that time.

Thanks for taking the time to read this lost ( if you’ve made it this far 😉)


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@anli ·
I shot a container wall in Hamburg Altona the other day, built into the first floor of a four or five story building. This made me think of it. May be I share it some day. There's probably dozens of photos online already !invest_vote
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@scubahead ·
It’s amazing how they can be utilized, i’d like to,see those
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@scubahead ·
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Thank you for your marvelous contributions dear @scubahead. Well done! 😀
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@storiesoferne ·
Isn't it fun when architecture leaves you clueless on what its primary function is all about? Kudos to your detailed observations regarding the container structure's progress! Like you, I'm also concerned about the timber roofing as this would allow termites to deteriorate its components in the long run (unless its pre-treated with preservatives). Metal trusses, rafters, and purlins are always better alternatives for such building parts. To help you determine its ultimate purpose, here are a couple of questions to reflect on:

1. What type of zone is that container building located in: residential, commercial, or industrial?

2. Is that structure constructed for permanence or for temporary existence? (If temporary, the timber roofing is an obvious hint.)

Hey @scubahead, it's great to see you again here. Welcome back to the Architecture+Design Community! 😊
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@scubahead ·
yup I have a few questions to ask them when I see them next. Be interesting to find out
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@storiesoferne ·
Yeah, it would be exciting to hear what they have to say. Keep us posted. 👍
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@trucklife-family ·
I have seen some awesome shipping container builds, they do make awesome homes, but you have to know what you are doing. It does seem like they are just going for it here, with not too much of a plan. Be interesting to see how it progresses. Looking forward to some more updates xxxx
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@scubahead ·
yeh I'm very curious as to what the plan is. The guy I know in the Philippines did an awesome job of turning a few containers into a micro brewery on a plot in cebu city. Genius
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