The couple’s new, 4,000-square-foot home is made of nine used shipping containers that weigh 8,500 pounds and cost the Fosters $2,200 apiece.

This custom container home also scored an airtightness rating of 1.8 ACH. All of this translates to a cozy ambiance year-round, with minimal energy consumption.

Container homes are built from shipping containers used for freight in ships, trains, and trucks. They are quick to install, easy to transport, and cost-effective. This not only offers a novel ...