Sustainable, practical and modern: energy-efficient container house in Greece

The majority of people dream of owning their own house with a garden. But building an entire house or buying a prefabricated house is simply not possible for many people for financial reasons. One possible solution is the so-called container houses, which have become increasingly popular in recent years. Modular construction is no longer a new topic. In a container house you can live just as stylishly as in a conventional house and at a significantly lower price. But the advantages don't end there. Because these houses are not only cheaper, but also more sustainable. We present an example in today's article. It is an energy-efficient container house that was built by Cocoon Modules in Greece. Read on to find out more about the special home.

The project was realized in collaboration with the Greek mattress manufacturer Coco-mat. It is an eco-friendly modern house prototype with a modular design and modern furnishings. The container house is built in Kifisia, Greece and is open to the public.

The project at a glance

According to the architect, such an energy-efficient container house is not only quicker to build than conventional construction methods, but is also around 50% cheaper. It will be further equipped with low-tech smart systems for everyday needs, as well as withsustainable furniturefurnished. The furnishings continue to focus on maximum comfort; the interior is bright and friendly and offers a view of the garden.

The advantages of the prefabricated house

A container house like this can also be built much faster than a conventional brick house of the same size. Usually just a few weeks are enough. The construction can then be easily transported to the property and can be used immediately.

The house was sustainably furnished

The Cocoon Modules container house is furnished with sustainable, organic furniture from Coco-mat. The furnishings are minimalist, but you have everything you need: a small kitchenette with dining area, small living room with a comfortable couch andlarge wall shelf, cozy sleeping area and a small bathroom. The large windows allow lots of light into the room, so the interior is very bright and inviting. When the weather is nice, the windows can be opened to the outside to eliminate the boundaries between inside and outside.

The small bedroom also has large windows that open onto the garden. Around thePrivacy of residentsTo protect yourself, the windows and thus the room can be hidden behind opaque doors. On the roof of the container house there is a small roof garden with gravel, to which a small steel staircase leads.

More about Cocoon Moduleshere