Loop North News, Navy Pier Marina
Construction has officially begun on the highly anticipated Navy Pier Marina using shipping containers built by S.I. Container Builds
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S.I. Container Builds
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Nov 121 min read
Alderwoman Hadden visits S.I. Container Builds
S.I. Container Builds was thrilled to host a visit from Alderwoman Maria Hadden of the 49th District a few days ago.
Nov 121 min read
Navy Pier Marina construction starts, on track for 2025 opening
The S.I. Container Builds Navy Pier building will provide a modern facility with retro shipping container style.
Nov 121 min read
Construction energy use can be reduced by 40-60% for a container home
Building a S.I. Container Builds' tiny home provides significant reductions in energy use compared to a stick-build home.
Oct 311 min read
Palatine site to become group home for human trafficking survivors
Daily Herald article covering the ground breaking of the DCFS human trafficking shelter. A secluded, wooded area in Palatine will be the...
Oct 241 min read
Bennett College Launches SheCare Wellness Pods
S.I. Container Builds is thrilled to again, be the builder on this third installation of SheCare Wellness Pods at Bennett College.
Oct 181 min read
Container homes reduce GHS emissions 30-50%
Building an electric S.I. Container Builds' tiny home provides significant reductions in GHG emissions compared to a stick-built home.
Oct 22 min read
What's not to love about Evanston, Illinois?
What's not to love about Evanston, Illinois? S.I. Container Builds is helping the residents take advantage of an ADU ordinance.
Sep 233 min read
Weather Resiliency in a Shipping Container Home
Why S.I. Container Builds' Shipping Container Buildings Are Resilient Against Harsh Weather in a Changing World.
Sep 121 min read
Leading the Way in Sustainable Innovation: Offsite Innovators Article
A Conversation with Rory Rubin of S.I. Container Builds & Gary Fleisher of Offsite Innovators . As the founder and CEO of S.I. Container...
Sep 31 min read
Steel Frame Container Structures — What's Possible.
S.I. Container Builds Steel Frame Container Structures — What's Possible.
Aug 301 min read
Hampton University Wellness Pods Update with Dr. Kristie Norwood
Rory Rubin, CEO of S.I. Container Builds interviews Dr. Kristie Norwood, Director of the Student Counseling Center at Hampton University
Aug 51 min read
Creating a Brighter Future for Young Girls
S.I. Container Builds is excited to announce our latest passion project: a safe haven for trafficked girls in Palatine, IL.
Aug 31 min read
P3 Pods Featured in OffSiteDirt
SICBS article in OffSiteDirt
Jul 292 min read
Living in a Tiny Home is the New Black
Living in a SICBS smaller home is a lifestyle that offers substantial financial savings & a simplified, clutter-free existence.
Jun 243 min read
The Dilemma of Affordable Employee Housing in Vacation Destinations
Employee Housing - Solutions Are Available at S.I. Container Builds
Jun 101 min read
ABC 7 Eyewitness News
SICBS client, Thousand Trails, was featured on ABC 7 Eyewitness News for the Father's Day holiday.
Jun 31 min read
Rip Roaring Rory!
Fantastic article by Bill McLean at the JWC Media Group about our founder, Rory Rubin.
May 171 min read
Zoning & Permitting—YES, Shipping Containers Are Legit!
Zoning & Permitting, NO Lead Paint, Healthy & Regulated Shipping Container Homes by S.I. Container Builds
May 31 min read
Unlocking Affordable Housing: Inside S.I. Container Builds with Rory Rubin
Episode 283, Straight Up Chicago Investors
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