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Near to San Jose in Costa Rica, photographer Sergio Pucci's live-work space is crafted from massive metal shipping containers plucked from the country's hectic Caribbean port. Architect Maria Jose Trejos stacked the boxes like puzzle pieces, creating an indoor courtyard and gallery space that wrap around a cedar tree and bring in abundant sunlight, with sliding bamboo panels coming to a shady rescue. Above, the terrace is lined with artificial grass; inside there are numerous reusable materials on display, like shipping pallet tables. Photo 13 of 15 in 14 Best Tropical Modern Homes That Upgrade the Island Style

14 Best Tropical Modern Homes That Upgrade the Island Style

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Near to San Jose in Costa Rica, photographer Sergio Pucci's live-work space is crafted from massive metal shipping containers plucked from the country's hectic Caribbean port. Architect Maria Jose Trejos stacked the boxes like puzzle pieces, creating an indoor courtyard and gallery space that wrap around a cedar tree and bring in abundant sunlight, with sliding bamboo panels coming to a shady rescue. Above, the terrace is lined with artificial grass; inside there are numerous reusable materials on display, like shipping pallet tables.