The only thing better about seeing cool things happening in Detroit, is telling other people about cool things happening in Detroit!   

 

This innovative urban design article from the Free Press, best describes a new Detroit condo development project that upon city approval, will turn old, discarded shipping containers into homes-- large, loft-like $100,000+ homes with curb appeal.  The project, designed by Detroit-based architect, Steven Flum, would stack empty containers four high, cut in windows and doors, install plumbing, stairways and heating, and add amenities such as balconies and landscaped patios. 

 

For those of you who are skeptical or like me, lack the creative vision for such possibilities... below is a 4-story, 4,800 square foot structure completed in 2001 by different designers.  Located in the heart of London's Docklands, it's the original "Container City" project.  Check out their website for more project samples.