Contain Yourself Australia

29/05/2021

I love posting but struggling with technology. finally figured out how get the new phone going after leaving the other one on the top of the car.

30/03/2021

A walk through how I install an engineering approved system of external framing system all done off grid with a small generator and cordless tools, no welding and no specialist components. Everything I have used is available at your local hardware.
Very quick to construct and install.

29/03/2021

Back on camera. It will take me a few goes but am attempting to explain clearly enough the method I have been developing for many years to convert a container.
I have tried and tested almost all of the " internet, YouTube " , container living theories, observed the constant same questions about how to " do it " and am now confident if people are interested to share.
No promises , just will try and it doesn't get any easier in my experience.

05/11/2020

Old with new with old.
This is the old GP container I have been converting. I am a sucker for beautiful old building materials ( I will demolish old houses for materials) . You can't fake age well with new materials through people try .
I have used a low cube container as it can still be transported after adding the extra height in framing for roofline . The roofing structure ( everything above walls) is quickly and easily removed and reinstalled onsite .
The structure has been built to full BCA and engineering standards .
I will try to get a video done with a walk around and some explanation including how I have lined the inside.

01/10/2020

One box clad framed , insulated and clad ready for removable roof for transportation. I will also make a couple of removable window awnings ( eye lashes) .
Box two framed and ready for insulation and cladding.
Both projects I am using as many recycled materials as possible. Both completed next week and to be used as bedroom/ office.

14/09/2020

I will be doing a free education, teaching morning this Saturday the 26th of September from 9 till 1. Numbers are limited but so is my ability to organise.
Location is Bellingen and send me an email [email protected] . If I don't reply it means I have enough people . Sorry if I don't respond.
If it works I will do more.

10/08/2020

Time to share the modification technique I use. I always promised myself to give away my ideas in the hope of helping others. This has been difficult when financial sh*t comes into play but I am ready now.
I have refined and developed this system since this video to include footing and pier connection processes that greatly reduce complexities with engineering certification. As well as alternative /complimentary connection methods for different styles of construction.
I believe deeply that a container can find its place on the affordable housing " stage" but to achieve this a system or methods must be created to alleviate the never ending repeated questions about the same issues with container construction. A system that works in harmony with existing supply chain , compliance ,engineering , engaged trades, energy efficiency, cost , planning and all other variables that exist in the construction industry.
I am unsure where or if my work will lead to anything but thanks for watching. enjoy

12/03/2020

25/02/2020