It's no secret that construction costs are on the rise. But an antidote to these rising costs might just be the industry's best-kept secret... until now.
MSN ran an article last week about an unusual material that's being experimented with by architects and builders in the residential market -- steel shipping containers. What a novel idea! Thousands of these containers are sitting vacant in shipping yards around the country. Why not turn them into something functional?
Some benefits of using shipping containers in new construction:
Reduced costs: according to the article, you could save up to $100 per square foot over traditional construction.
Speedier turn-around: resembling building blocks, the containers are easier to assemble on site.
Improved stability: heavy gauge steel provides a sturdy frame.
Eco-friendly: reusing a recyclable material is always a good thing.
The verdict is still out as to whether this trend will really take off, but for retailers looking for an unconventional solution to expensive construction, this might be the way to go.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
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