Cargo containers recycled into eco-friendly buildings

The advent of improved and innovative eco-friendly architectures has encouraged designers to come up with pioneering design ideas. A Seattle-based interior design firm called DA STARK Interiors has announced a Cargo container building in Seattle. The building constructed entirely out of reused cargo containers represents recycling and sustainability of abundant existing resources.


This one-of-a-kind building is referred as “The Greenest Building in Seattle”. It has been given this name because it provides environment friendly facilities and uses reclaimed material at the same time. This cost-efficient building boats high-efficiency windows, low-V paint, carpet from high-content recycled material, and a planted green roof. The pioneering structure will act as a great source of inspiration for other designers and builders.

Sustainable luxury home

Those who firmly believe that eco-friendly living is devoid of luxury, the Kokopo House is here to change your perception. Situated in Papua New Guinea’s volcanic region, the Kokopo House offering a tree-house look is a luxurious dwelling for a shipping CEO.

This sustainable house is designed by dividing it into three separate zones, first for open access entertainment, the next for informal secluded areas and two self-contained bedroom areas with bathrooms and study space. The geometric shapes and patterns are inspired by the flow of volcanic lava that help in cross ventilation and wind movement.

The Kokopo House has two storage tanks connected to the roof, using rainwater efficiently for not just the toilet and kitchen use but also drinking purposes after proper treatment and testing. Solar water heaters are used to heat up the rainwater for showers and low-wattage LEDs are used to illuminate the whole house.