MELDRUM DESIGN BLOG

In the world of architecture and design, we see beyond what is. We see what could be, and we revel in the act of making it so. Here are some insightful and inspiring stories of projects I’ve tackled, lessons I’ve learned, and a little bit of humor to keep things interesting. Because, if you can’t laugh about life and home renovations, then what the heck are we all here for?

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Unbelievable Shipping Container Buildings

Today I spent a few hours searching out my favorite shipping container designs. You won't believe what these designers did with a rectangle of metal...

Industry NewsAshley Hopwood FarrarAugust 2, 2017shipping container house, shipping container home, shipping container, shipping container design, shipping container building, best shipping container building, best shipping container homes, unique home, unique design, unique architecture

Pros and Cons of Shipping Container Homes

So many clients and friends ask me about the seemingly perfect idea of container homes. You know: homes that use shipping containers as their structure and enclosure. Until now, I couldn't really offer an opinion except to say, "Yeah! Those DO seem perfect in every way." But nothing's perfect, right??

Industry News, Tiny Living, Minimalist LivingAshley Hopwood FarrarJune 21, 2017shipping container, shipping container home, shipping container house, container house, pros and cons, pros and cons of shipping container