2015 CONTAINER PROJECT
SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
The container is a very simple construction: 3 sides and a roof made of rust-resistant COR-TEN steel, one
set of steel doors that measure 7’-6” wide x 8’-8” high, and a plywood floor attached to steel cross-beams.
Regarding the container itself, the corners cannot be breached because that’s where the main structural
integrity is. The top rails (2-3/8” steel tube) and the bottom rails (5-¾” C-Channel) cannot be disturbed
either as that also is part of the structural integrity.
The flooring is 1-1/8” Marine-grade plywood supported by steel cross-members 11” on center. This
flooring is exposed on the underside of the container and will require insulation between the crossbeams. There is a steel plate and cut-away at the non-opening (front) end of the container that makes a
good chase for plumbing.
There are no city permits required as the container is considered personal property as opposed to real
property. However, Washington’s Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) will act as the “permitting”
agent as regards the plans and the various phases of the build. The selected plan will be submitted for
approval, as will a structural engineer’s report, and the electrical, plumbing and insulation plans. L&I will
inspect and approve each phase.
Project Parameters
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Container dimensions: 8’W x 40’L x 9½’H (called a “40ft Hi-Cube”)
Approximate Interior Dimensions, after framing & insulation: 7’-1”W x 39’-1”L x 8’-3”H
NOTE: Ceiling will need about 5-6” for insulation and 3” for electrical wiring
Approximate finished Living Area: 277sf
Steel plate & steel cross beam are flush with the floor. NOTE: Steel plate is a good location for
the plumbing chase. It measures 40½”W x 10’-8”L in the raw container and starts at the wall.
Doors and windows may be placed anywhere on Left Side, Right Side and Front. Rear Doors may
be left as currently installed or removed for your design purpose.
Existing flooring is 1-1/8” marine grade plywood and will be sanded and refinished.
The 4 corners are steel posts and cannot be disturbed.
Container must have the following spaces:
- 3-piece Bathroom with shower
- Kitchen or Kitchenette
- Living Room Area with or without office/studio space
- Bedroom
Storage is paramount
Solar energy with electric backup is preferred, but not yet decided
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Entries
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Design concept shall be original to Designer and not previously submitted for award or
publication.
Items required for submission: floor plan (color or B&W), electrical plan, one (1) kitchen
elevation, one 3-D color perspective drawing of a furnished concept
Appliances shall be small in size and capable of running on 110v
Solar energy is preferred
A list of brand specifications that are unique or mandatory to your design
Some of ASID’s Sponsors have committed their products to this project; therefore, your design
must include the following:
- California Closets is donating all cabinetry www.californiaclosets.com/
- Cosentino is contributing its Silestone Natural Quartz product www.silestoneusa.com or
perhaps its new product, Dekton by Cosentino www.dekton.com/usa
- Lumicor is donating its product www.lumicor.com
- My Home Furniture and Décor in Kirkland is contributing interior furnishings. Contact for
questions: Joseph Samora, T: (425) 361-6105. www.MyHomeFurnitureandDecor.com
For your research, some of their vendors include:
a. A-America Furniture www.a-america.com
b. Abbyson Living www.abbyson.com
c. Amisco Furniture www.amisco.com
d. Coast to Coast Imports www.coasttocoastaccents.com
e. Fairmont Designs www.fairmontdesigns.com/home
f. Greenington Bamboo Furniture www.greenington.com
g. Hunter Douglas www.hunterdouglas.com
h. Klaussner Home Furnishings www.klaussner.com/
i. Legends Furniture www.legendsfurniture.com
j. LH Imports www.lhimports.com
k. Mercana Art and Décor www.mercana.com
l. Surya Rugs www.surya.com/rugs
NOTE: You are not limited to these products. Think outside the box (ex: repurposed furniture or
reclaimed wall/ceiling coverings).
A 250-word description of your project’s interior: its style, colors, design solutions for storage and
living spaces, and what you think your container would best be suited for (example: a vacation
retreat, a mother-in-law suite, a guest cottage, etc.)
One (1) publishable photograph (headshot only) of the project Designer in .jpg format
There is no entry fee.
Entries to be submitted electronically. Entry forms may be sent by mail. All drawings, plans, and
photos submitted to be in .jpg format.
ASID WA State Chapter shall retain non-exclusive rights to the use of all designs, drawings and
photographs, as submitted, for promotional, marketing and educational purposes. Release form
to be signed by Student/Emerging Professional.
You may also find these documents on our website:
http://asidwa.org/2015-student-design-competition/
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T 206.762.4313 | F 253.414.1291 | E admin@asidwa.org | www.asidwa.org
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Container Interior
Steel Plate & Steel Cross Beam
Container
Dimensions
Exterior
Length
Door
Openings
Internal
Width Height Length Width Height Width Height
20ft
19'10"
8'
8'6"
19'4"
7'8"
7'10"
7'6"
7'8"
40ft
40'
8'
8'6"
39'6"
7'8"
7'10"
7'6"
7'8"
40ft HC
40'
8'
9'6"
39'6"
7'8"
8'10"
7'6"
8'8"
45ft HC
45'
8'
9'6"
44'5"
7'8"
8'10"
7'6"
8'8"
20ft. Rfr
19'10"
8'
8'6"
17'10"
7'6"
7'5"
7'5"
7'4"
40ft. Rfr
40'
8'
8'6"
37'11"
7'6"
7'5"
7'5"
7'4"
40ft
HCRfr
40'
8'
9'6"
37'11"
7'6"
8'5"
7'5"
8'4"
ASID WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER | 5701 6th Avenue S., Suite 213 | Seattle, WA 98108
T 206.762.4313 | F 253.414.1291 | E admin@asidwa.org | www.asidwa.org
ASID WASHINGTON STATE CHAPTER | 5701 6th Avenue S., Suite 213 | Seattle, WA 98108
T 206.762.4313 | F 253.414.1291 | E admin@asidwa.org | www.asidwa.org