Compact, sturdy, economical, and eco-friendly—what better way could there be to build a dream island getaway? Here are a few island-based examples of shipping container homes.

1. Coromandel Bach, New Zealand

2. Cove Park, Scotland

3. Bonaire, Caribbean

4. Casa Incubos - Costa Rica

5. The Box Office - Providence, Rhode Island

6. "Igloo," Iceland

7. Onagawa, Japan

8. The Beach Box - Long Island, New York

9. House R - The Hamptons, Long Island

10. Narongdej Nilapat, Thailand

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