So, this is a shocker, but humanity has found yet another use for shipping containers.
In an effort to contribute to sustainability and to cut costs on otherwise expensive things, people have turned to shipping containers to create pools in their yards. And guys? They're absolutely stunning.
I feel like it goes without saying, but the install is a breeze. Rather than having to dig a pit in your yard and fill it with concrete and tile, companies can put the container right on your lawn.
Many people choose to stylize the area around their new pools, including brick, concrete, or even plain 'ol gravel foundations. They also build decks and patios around the containers!
I want to swim in that pool RIGHT now.
This is still a way cheaper and faster option than your standard pool — no concrete or true heavy lifting involved. Installing it in the ground definitely gives it a more sleek appearance, don't you think?
According to Canadian-based company ModPool, the cost of a shipping container pool runs around $35,000 (that's about $25,400 USD). That's about 1/4 the price of a regular, in-ground pool.
Including jets, waterfalls, and infinity edges! Don't forget that in-pool lighting, too.
However, that is not nearly the coolest thing a ModPool can do. Get a load of this:
YEAH. The entire premise of ModPool becoming a company (and thus turning shipping containers into pools) was actually because the couple behind it wanted to see if they could figure out how to make a hot tub/pool combination.
There's two options: the first involves a divider, which you can buy from ModPool. It will split your pool in two and allow for one side to become a hot tub!
GIANT BATHTUB. Thanks to the built-in heaters and ModPool's own app, you can heat the entire pool to 104F. I think this might be my idea of heaven, tbh.
