Container House

Even in spaces where the home’s shipping container structure is less obvious, bright colors and eccentric decor match the overall look.

A seating area on the upper level overlooks the double-height living room.

The 1,600-square-foot home was made using nine shipping containers.

Rob DePiazza worked with architect Stephen Bender to build his shipping container house after his longtime home in St. Augustine, Florida, was damaged by a fallen tree during Hurricane Irma.

“Initially, we proposed fewer glass panes to control sunlight and energy loss,” says architect Daniel Iragüen. “But in the end, we made the house almost completely transparent.”

A large deck extends from the front of the home as well.

The guest suite has a private entry.

Floor-to-ceiling east-facing windows bring ample morning light into the kitchen and living room.

In addition to being a hub for the arts, Marfa attracts stargazers. To enjoy the view of the cosmos, the house comes with a second-floor deck.

The guest suite and primary bedroom each have a private entry and deck.

The property's 0.39 acres is surrounded by a metal fence.