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Grandparent flats(aka the granny flat) & Container Homes: A Current & Sustainable Living Solution
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), historically called Granny Flats, have become a focal point in the housing crisis. Outdated zoning laws,...
Dec 15, 20231 min read


She Care Wellness Pods Expand to Second HBCU Campus
In an effort to destigmatizing mental health, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation & kate spade ny again partner with S.I. Container Builds
Dec 1, 20231 min read


Women in Construction: Pioneers Breaking Barriers
Women have been steadily breaking down barriers in various industries, and construction is no exception. They are increasingly making...
Nov 1, 20233 min read


Women Talk Construction - with Rory Rubin of S.I. Container Builds
Episode 82: Our founder, Rory Rubin talks with the Angela Gardner and Christi Powell of Women Talk Construction Podcast fame. Episode 82...
Oct 13, 20231 min read


EVERYONE DESERVES HOUSING WITH INTEGRITY
Resolving the affordable housing crisis in Chicago requires a myriad of changes to the status-quo. S.I. Container Builds has a solution!
Sep 21, 20231 min read


REAL ESTATE WISDOM: HOMES IN GREAT CONDITION BRING HIGHER VALUE!
Proper maintenance techniques for your shipping container home can extend its life 50+ years to a lifetime!
Sep 7, 20232 min read


Too Good to Be True?
How quality takes a back seat for some shipping container home builders.
Aug 16, 20233 min read


Why we build with one-trip shipping containers
A one-trip shipping container, also known as a one-way container, refers to a shipping container that has been used only once before...
Aug 1, 20231 min read


Common Questions for a Container Home Builder
S.I. loves to educate builders about shipping container homes because they often add "container home builder" to their service offerings
Jul 14, 20233 min read


Architect Magazine Article: Wellness Structures on HBCU Campuses
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation has partnered with Kate Spade New York on a program that will provide mental health resources for...
Jul 1, 20231 min read


REDUCED ENERGY CONSUMPTION
...IN A SMALLER, MODULAR HOME. When comparing energy savings between a truly functional and a standard size home, there are several...
Jun 28, 20232 min read


NO DEAD SPACE
It’s not about cost per square foot. It’s about quality of life, reduction of greenhouse gas, and the money & time homeowners will save.
Jun 13, 20233 min read


Tiny House Container Village Is Here!
Petite Retreats is officially opening it's Tiny House Container Village at Yukon Trails. Tours are available to explore the container...
May 10, 20231 min read


How to Insure Your Shipping Container Home
As the popularity of modular homes increases, insurance options are becoming more widely available. However, you must not consider a shippin
Apr 28, 20232 min read


Every Day is Earth Day for SICBS
The theme for Earth Day 2023 is 'Invest in Our Planet' This year's theme calls out businesses, governments and civil society as equally...
Apr 21, 20232 min read


Partnering with Boris L. Henson Foundation and Kate Spade New York to Make an Impact
"With a shared goal of destigmatizing the mental health conversation in the Black community, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation and kate s
Apr 17, 20231 min read


Integrity and Trust with SICBS
S.I. Container Builds was founded because we wanted to make a difference.
Mar 28, 20232 min read


What is the SICBS Difference?
Simply put, we prioritize sustainability first.
Shipping container homes are a sustainable housing option for several reasons.
Mar 9, 20232 min read


We Strive to Build Passive Homes!
'Passive housing' is a construction concept and building standard that is truly energy efficient, comfortable, affordable and ecological...
Feb 28, 20232 min read


What is the First Step in Starting a Tiny Home Community Project?
Building plans, Investors and Value Calculations. Let's get started! If you need investors to fund your project, you must determine the...
Jan 23, 20232 min read
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