
42 m² Container Homes Model
This configuration is designed around one bedroom, open-plan living and kitchen, a bathroom and terrace. The layout and technical components can be tailored to the approved project requirements.
Technical specification
Technical values are example configurations. The final scope is confirmed against the approved design and verified site data.
| Model / area | 42 m² Container Homes model |
|---|---|
| Approximate external dimensions | 6.00 x 7.00 m |
| Plan concept | one bedroom, open-plan living and kitchen, a bathroom and terrace |
| Container / cabin height | External 2.60 m; approximate clear internal height 2.40 m |
| Structural system | Welded or bolted galvanised steel frame, sized for the verified structural design loads |
| External wall | 80 mm high-density insulated panel with selected metal or timber-look façade finishes |
| Internal wall | 50 mm insulated panel or double-sided plasterboard partition with mineral-wool infill |
| Roof | Galvanised trapezoidal sheet, condensation-control layer, 80 mm rock-wool insulation and concealed or exposed rainwater drainage |
| Floor | Cement board over a galvanised floor structure with commercial PVC, laminate or ceramic finish to suit the use |
| External door | Insulated steel or thermally broken glazed aluminium external door, approximately 90 × 210 cm |
| Window | Thermally broken aluminium/PVC frames with Low-E double glazing |
| Electrical | Flame-retardant cable containment, residual-current protection, earthing, LED lighting and sufficient socket circuits |
| Plumbing | PPRC clean-water and PVC waste lines where wet areas are required, with accessible maintenance points |
| Climate control | Split air-conditioning provision sized by load calculation, with natural or mechanical ventilation options |
| Fire and safety | Smoke detection, emergency lighting and fire-extinguisher provision to suit the occupancy class and local regulations |


