Containables
Jon and Kristen Meier think outside the box by building in it! Together they convert shipping containers into some of the most unique and charming homes imaginable. Working out of a 20,000-square-foot barn on their parents' farm in Needville, Texas, it's a family affair as everyone pitches in to bring these dream homes to life.
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Season 1
6 episodes
- 1. Deadlines and Due DatesJon and Kristen Meier think outside the box by building in it! They create custom, one of a kind shipping container homes and their latest client has them designing a three-container structure in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. Dealing with tricky terrain and inclement mountain weather, the team enlists the help of their family to install bowling alley wood countertops, large patio doors and a huge back deck with a spiral staircase leading up to a rooftop observation platform. With both Kristen and their client about to have babies, there are deadlines and due dates looming so it's a race to the finish line to complete the build on time.CC20minDec 7, 2017
- 2. Hurricanes and Golf BallsJon and Kristen design and build a container home for a local couple's adopted son and fill it with fun features like a lofted bed, hydraulic TV winch and an outdoor fire pit. They also build a second container with a custom workshop and rooftop deck with a driving range. However, with a massive hurricane rapidly approaching, it's all hands on deck as the team frantically works to batten down the hatches in time to save the build.CC20minDec 7, 2017
- 3. Containers of Staggering SizeJon and Kristen want to change the way people think about container living and start by tackling their biggest build yet. They stagger two 40-foot containers and open the walls between them to create a massive great room. Then, they add a large deck to accommodate friends and family for entertaining.CC20minDec 14, 2017
- 4. A Great Room With Great ViewsJon and Kristen raise the bar by taking on their biggest container home yet for a homeowner who wants a home where her entire family can bunk down and enjoy the amazing views her property affords. An A-frame roof, full-size kitchen and multi-level covered porch are a few of the stunning features in this game-changing container build.CC20minDec 21, 2017
- 5. Stacking The Decks To A TJon and Kristen are eager to begin work on a very special container home that combines a unique design with the scenic beauty of South Texas. The home consists of three containers stacked to create a cantilevered look with multi-level decks that offer stunning views of nature all around. A great room with two guest bedrooms is down below with a kitchen and master suite up top complete with refurbished clawfoot bathtub. This visually stunning build will expand the imagination and show off the nearly limitless combinations that can be achieved with container homes.CC20minDec 28, 2017
- 6. Container Home Away From HomeJon and Kristen work to build a container home for the in-laws when they come to visit their new grandson. With only four weeks to complete the project, the couple must tackle 20-foot and 40-foot containers to create a rooftop deck and an indoor living area.CC20minJan 6, 2018
Containables
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Jon and Kristen Meier think outside the box by building in it! Together they convert shipping containers into some of the most unique and charming homes imaginable. Working out of a 20,000-square-foot barn on their parents' farm in Needville, Texas, it's a family affair as everyone pitches in to bring these dream homes to life.
