Comments on: ZIGLOO DOMESTIQUE COMPLETE

By: keith

keith — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:12:16 +0000

In any custom new home design, the cost per sqft is independent of land costs and landscaping. The $250/sqft price point generally includes all living spaces, full height basements and attic areas. It is assumed that a garage also fits into that calculation.
Although we didn’t incorporate a garage into zigloo domestique, we were able to achieve a level of detail comparable to that of a designer quality new home ($250/sqft) for something closer to suburban “spec” level pricing ($180/sqft). A rough savings of $70/sqft.

By: Nick Birks

Nick Birks — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 11:58:51 +0000

You mention that a container home built to typical design standards would cost CDN $225 – $250 per square foot. Does this factor in the cost of the land or is that a separate cost?

By: keith

keith — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 02:48:26 +0000

Thanks for the kind words.
We will be releasing the plans for this design later this summer.
The longevity of the containers has been proven by the industry that supports and maintains them in the roughest conditions on earth … the open ocean. I am confident that with relatively simple maintenance, these structures could easily last a century or more.

By: keith

keith — Thu, 27 May 2010 19:38:49 +0000

Have a look at the Eco-Cargo and 2x4 concepts. The potential to do a custom design also exists. Check out the CONTACT page and give me a call if you would like to proceed.

By: Alice Keeping

Alice Keeping — Wed, 26 May 2010 17:41:32 +0000

I met your Mom in Newfoundland this morning & she told me about your website….This is beautiful, Keith! Is this the home you live in yourself? Very unique idea:)

By: serge d. holly

serge d. holly — Wed, 26 May 2010 16:11:04 +0000

interested to buy a container home with 2 bedrooms

By: keith

keith — Tue, 25 May 2010 22:06:37 +0000

Start with the FAQ page. It describes some of the things to consider when designing with containers. It also discribes how to reach me directly - I'd be happy to discuss your container aspirations with you some time.

By: Luc

Luc — Tue, 25 May 2010 04:06:19 +0000

Love your home. You did a fantastic job finishing the interior. I would be interested in building something like this for myself and my family, where should I start. Any good books on the subject?

By: keith

keith — Thu, 20 May 2010 20:40:07 +0000

It is important to remember that the zigloo domestique is a prototype. What I was trying to prove was that for the cost of building a spec quality home (low cost, builder efficient quality, suburban location), you can build designer quality (high quality, environmentally friendly, customized spaces) by using containers as the backbone of the project. In the Victoria area, spec quality building is done for about $150/sqft, while designer quality building is done for $225-$250/sqft. We were able to accomplish zigloo domestique for $180/sqft ($360,000 CDN). Of course, the cost to construct depends on labour costs in your area, but I figure we saved approximately $70/sqft ($140,000). The build took 8 months, although there was a 2 month work stoppage to wait for the correct windows to be built and delivered on site.

By: Marko

Marko — Thu, 20 May 2010 19:27:25 +0000

How long did the project take to come together? Which part was most time consuming, was it the concrete? Lastly, what was your final cost? I absolutely love this home and am considering something similar for myself.