City Center Lofts in Downtown Salt Lake City, Utah
Once completed the City Center Lofts will continue to make history by becoming a first-in-the-nation landmark: the only mid-rise building in the United States constructed from international cargo containers. Designed by architect Adam Kalkin, whose work has been called “truly original . . . industrial grit mixed with poetic touches” by Dwell, the City Center Lofts will showcase not only a beautiful and elegant post-industrial aesthetic, but will be constructed from a remarkable 50% recycled material by weight.
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so, I wanted to get a discussion going on this building type with containers. What are the positives, and what are the negatives? Is it cost efficient you think? and if so could it be a great way to bring affordable housing to areas.