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S.I. Container Builds
Stay up to date on construction news, sustainable lifestyles, and industry trends.
Jul 11, 20221 min read
Financing Container Homes: The Breakdown.
Learn what it takes to finance a manufactured home! Let's Talk Financing. Although it depends on how your land is acquired, here is the...
Jun 28, 20222 min read
Interest Rates are on the Rise
Here's what you need to know about the interest rates impact on accessible housing and container homes.
May 25, 20221 min read
A Reality Check For Your Container Home Expectations!
Don't underestimate the power of standard & sustainable.
May 25, 20221 min read
Why Building with Single-Use Shipping Containers is Sustainable:
Ever wonder if building with containers that have only been used ONCE for previous shipment is really sustainable?
May 16, 20221 min read
Ithaca College Alumna Thinks Outside the Box
Rory Rubin ’92 transforms recycled shipping containers into living spaces.
Apr 22, 20222 min read
Why Earth Day 2022 is Different from the Rest...
The 2022 Earth Day theme is 'Only One Earth', and focuses on all the possibilities for shifting to greener, more sustainable lifestyles.
Apr 20, 20222 min read
How We Use Cannabis at SICB
A sustainable future for cannabis farmers is on the rise. Building with Hemp products and sustainable materials is our forte!
Apr 12, 20221 min read
Hydroponic Farms: a flourishing business!... Literally.
Shipping Container Hydroponic Systems: the most eco-friendly container solution yet! We met up with Freight to Plate, co-founded by...
Apr 4, 20221 min read
Community. Revenue. ROI.
Looking to earn passive income as a travel host or rental property owner? The structure you use matters.
Aug 2, 20211 min read
Did Someone Say "Rules"?
Determine your local State and City regulations on ADU placement and building with these valuable resources!
Jun 20, 20213 min read
Zoning, Permits, Land Prep, Oh My!
Quick tips on what to expect, prepare, and research when purchasing or building your own shipping container ADU [Accessory Dwelling...
May 28, 20214 min read
Considering a Backyard Office? The time is now.
COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc around the globe- we’re wrestling with issues like changing work conditions, learning remotely, and more..
Apr 1, 20214 min read
Building a Better Backyard Business
Is an ADU what you need to take back 2021? 2020 was the year that most of us didn’t mind saying goodbye to. We’re all ready for a break...
Nov 16, 20205 min read
How We Can Be Close, AND 6 Feet Apart: Backyard Guest Suites
How to keep friends and family closer during the holidays and beyond Fall is upon us, bringing us thoughts of colder days and holidays...
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