ContainerSpace is a new concept in pre-fabricated building. Devised by architects Nicholas Lacey & Partners the system offers flexibility, speed of construction and value for money. By employing 100% recycled shipping containers it offers a sustainable alternative to conventional construction.

The containers are pre-fabricated off-site in factory conditions, eliminating many of the problems associated with traditional building methods. Here they are upgraded as necessary to provide the desired thermal and acoustic performance standards and to meet local building regulations requirements. Delivered to site, the containers can be erected, and services connected, in a matter of days.

Furthermore the system allows buildings to be dismantled and re-erected elsewhere if required.

To date the ContainerSpace concept has been successfully employed to create low cost workspaces, educational buildings and offices, from single storey schemes up to five floors high, and other multi-storey applications including low-cost housing are at the planning stage. The containers can be configured in different ways to provide stylish, well-lit and flexible spaces to suit a wide variety of building needs.

ContainerSpace Ltd together with architects Nicholas Lacey and Partners and engineers Buro Happold can provide a complete turn-key service from inception to handover, including the negotiation of any necessary planning and building regulation consents. Alternatively a design and build only package can be offered to those who wish to employ their own consultants.