Cost of my Container Home | Kenya

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ส.ค. 2021
  • This is a follow up on my container home costing.
    Reasons for building a container home; • We are building OUR Co...
    Design video; • Our Container House DE...
    Construction video; • Showing the Inside of ...
    Cost breakdown ; • Cost of my Container H...
    Insulation video ; • How I insulated my Con...
    My container house video tour;
    • A lady builds her own ...
    Design
    Foundation
    Container purchase
    Logistics e.t.c
    To contact me
    gracelizatieno@gmail.com
    +254721642215

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  • @livingtinywithGrace
    @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Hey Family, have you subscribed? Thank you so much for the support. If you have haven't watched my container house video tour, here is the link
    th-cam.com/video/MhhNU_flbTo/w-d-xo.html

    • @jeanpaulgarcia9174
      @jeanpaulgarcia9174 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Q

    • @kubita-thecall8795
      @kubita-thecall8795 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Grace you motivate to think about housing in a new light. From 🇸🇿💕. I love your humble spirit, nice English, natural beauty, thanks for this channel. It's a blessing

    • @cynthiacrawford1573
      @cynthiacrawford1573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      One day ,you will have your own land.That will be so awesome.Im praying that for you.

    • @vindraaduara2920
      @vindraaduara2920 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello ma’am how can we contact you for collaboration

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vindraaduara2920 +254721642215
      gracelizatieno@gmail.com

  • @kubita-thecall8795
    @kubita-thecall8795 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I love the background voices of kids playing. True African environment

  • @mariacperez-fondon543
    @mariacperez-fondon543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I could listen to this lady speak for ever. She is so resourceful and clever!!. From 🇬🇧

  • @cynthiacrawford1573
    @cynthiacrawford1573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'm so glad that you are such a good role model for your family.We need more strong women teaching the family.Well done lady!

  • @claudettepeart3580
    @claudettepeart3580 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I'm living in Jamaica.
    I always loved and wish to have a container house.
    I bumped into this video and love the way you sincerely put your story out.
    Continue the good work.
    God bless you, enjoy your space🇯🇲🇯🇲♥️

  • @musinziotieno
    @musinziotieno 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you for this eye opening video. I really thought this was way waay more expensive than the brick and mortar, but I find it affordable and value worth the coin, considering the durability and the fact that it can be moved from one place to another. Thank you once again.

  • @cynthiacrawford1573
    @cynthiacrawford1573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Here each container(where I live )are $3500.00 USD each and above.Im blessed to be near the coast.Inland is way higher.Thats used ones by the way.

  • @user-it7wb3op9j
    @user-it7wb3op9j 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Demand is very high in the US for these types of houses. On Facebook I cannot thank all the "likes" that I'm getting for the posts. Thank you for your input. 😄💚💯

  • @benarokiria
    @benarokiria 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Like the breakdown really! Plus that comment on rent being dead money.. got me💀😂

  • @YrimuMay
    @YrimuMay 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've been following your journey from the beginning, including the work channel. I love the detailed descriptions you give for your home and the ones you've featured as well. I love that you have also given follow ups to older container homes so we get to see how they are doing months later. Thanks Grace 🙂

  • @ecarolyne5287
    @ecarolyne5287 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Supa Grace...!!! Absolutely brilliant... am extremely satisfied with the way you answered my question.

  • @kenethmbugua5014
    @kenethmbugua5014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw your video and it reminded me of my plans to making a container house 3yrs ago, I had drawing of my plans and designed the structure. It consisted of two 20feet and one 40feet container with solar panels on the roof top. I used to look at it once or twice every week and visualize it.

  • @villagealien
    @villagealien 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely amazing. Thank you mrembo

  • @picilocarnal
    @picilocarnal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the way to the future. It will help us not be so wasteful and create so much trash!!!

  • @lloydmartin586
    @lloydmartin586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    From Australia:) I am so proud of you, this is a tremendous achievement.

  • @realtimeworks9133
    @realtimeworks9133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have just discovered you, have subscribed and liked. You are a wise woman, you have opened my eyes and will look for your company. Blessed day

  • @jacke.washington6425
    @jacke.washington6425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I didn't see that you had this video first before I commented about the pricing on your first video! So excited I can build me a nice two container tiny house for what 17000.00 US dollars thank you so much I will continue to follow you and I have subscribed🤗

    • @picilocarnal
      @picilocarnal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! I was wondering about the cost in US dollars!!!😻

    • @tinytowz4471
      @tinytowz4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's very encouraging. A car can cost much more.

  • @aparnadevi3277
    @aparnadevi3277 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just 2 videos and 12.4K subscribers. Wowww. I too have subscribed. Strong lady . I admire u. Salute & ❤ from India. 👏

  • @sara-louangeliquemorgan-wa5946
    @sara-louangeliquemorgan-wa5946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is really amazing. I feel like I am sitting and talking with you...❤️❤️❤️

  • @gacewa
    @gacewa 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are so real. No exegerated costs that can scare investors. Well done

  • @lazarus8237
    @lazarus8237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can post anything you want , i am mesmerized and will follow your progress .

  • @aishab.1632
    @aishab.1632 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this 😍 you’re an inspiration please do more videos on the subject 🙏

  • @yonahmerzeus2604
    @yonahmerzeus2604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing I hope one day we can do business. Bring the tiny home movement to Africa would be amazing.

  • @mireillemortimer6982
    @mireillemortimer6982 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grace you are a Amazing woman God Bless you 🙏🏿

  • @cillamoke
    @cillamoke 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can't wait to see more content from you!!

  • @michaeleadams6584
    @michaeleadams6584 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grace, What you have done is very admirable ! Your video is easy to understand, and I esp. like the cost analysis part. Keep up the GREAT work. All the best !

  • @kevinmaina5474
    @kevinmaina5474 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Grace, good stuff very impressed.

  • @dorothybrown9698
    @dorothybrown9698 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God is good all the time ,very very good I love your
    Construction

  • @9mccloud
    @9mccloud 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information!!
    Thank you for sharing 🙏🏿💕🙏🏿

  • @Alex-qz1jx
    @Alex-qz1jx 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    well done my sister. Very intelligent.

  • @shs5781
    @shs5781 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im new to your channel must say im in love with it. 😍

  • @mavyslifestyle8071
    @mavyslifestyle8071 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    U talk with wisdom ✨ 😁😁😁🥰

  • @lhale528
    @lhale528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very good info! I’m in the USA so I’d have to convert you dollars to ours to see what it compares. Containers have been a big thing in the USA for sometime now! After covid I’ve been looking for a new idea for my salon(to own and not rent)Thanks for sharing all your knowledge.

  • @AdrienneSlaysVariety
    @AdrienneSlaysVariety 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video!

  • @malikialindapeter3882
    @malikialindapeter3882 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My Salutations sister from another father 💞 it's 1:17 am here in UAE, I will continue tomorrow inshallah &I will also share the video to my friends, barikiwa sana 💞💐

  • @simplylilly20
    @simplylilly20 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing

  • @nodfashionacademy
    @nodfashionacademy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing Content! Thanks so much

  • @pauletteclough1002
    @pauletteclough1002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video your home is buetiuful 💗

  • @Doodlesartistictendeavors
    @Doodlesartistictendeavors 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi from California! Love the home! Keep it going & let us watch your projects. Big home tiny living is a good TH-cam channel for you to watch & maybe get featured.

  • @mosesnjuguna
    @mosesnjuguna 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep up the good work 👏

  • @cyrilmoussoki3193
    @cyrilmoussoki3193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing

  • @millicentmboya2910
    @millicentmboya2910 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it gal & thanks for the breakdown, it really helped.

  • @stargazermami5133
    @stargazermami5133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your locs and your fur babies💕👑 🐈 🐶

  • @christabelnunda7275
    @christabelnunda7275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My classmate back in high school... You are doing a great job... Keep it up 🙏💞

  • @angelicaterry3367
    @angelicaterry3367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic!

  • @vivianrenny3790
    @vivianrenny3790 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video 😍

  • @Moviemoment299
    @Moviemoment299 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I need to do the conversion to my currency.
    I’m really learning ✊🏿✊🏿 love from Zambia

  • @alexkabazo9491
    @alexkabazo9491 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @ccmkafishing3087
    @ccmkafishing3087 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice ma'am...thank you! Thank you for sharing..new suport. Take care always!! GodBless us!!

  • @familycookingchannel7122
    @familycookingchannel7122 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing 👍👍

  • @daisyrenewed7081
    @daisyrenewed7081 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great content I'm definitely getting a container home too ....and I have subscribed and shared too

  • @felixkimani7404
    @felixkimani7404 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice thanks for the link

  • @Kexsley
    @Kexsley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A very hard working lady with fantastic vision👏🏼🤗💕

  • @rosenjoroge9373
    @rosenjoroge9373 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Grace for the information. Would you have considered a container house if you already had your own plot to contruct on?

  • @martha4577
    @martha4577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You seem to be in architectural profession..can you design plans for permanent houses? I love your innovation.

  • @Blasiancooks
    @Blasiancooks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos you should definitely make a TikTok series as well 👍🏽🤙🏽

  • @minakshidw
    @minakshidw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video watching you all the way from Curaçao 🇨🇼 ( caribbean)

  • @Kara-xj1yc
    @Kara-xj1yc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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      @prakritibhusal7356 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      @sallymartinez1521 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      @wally6757 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      @dembrosia531 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @deborahpatrick974
      @deborahpatrick974 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @janicemurphy4373
    @janicemurphy4373 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WHAT A WONDERFUL WAY OF REPURPOSING, YOU ARE SO SMART!!!!! I LOVE YOUR HOUSE 🏠 I HAVE SEEN TINY HOUSES AND I LOVE THEM AND SOMETIMES I WISH I LIVED IN ONE!!!!!!

  • @FromTheHeart2
    @FromTheHeart2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you much for you excellent, excellent videos. Extremely inspiring!! Best wishes from an Algerian sister.

  • @drusterr11
    @drusterr11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    1.5 Million in Kenyan Shillings correct? I am in the United States and want to input into a currency converter.

    • @hk254lyt8
      @hk254lyt8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course

  • @sheilagrant2583
    @sheilagrant2583 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Better sound here, this was a good idea. This seems way too expensive for for me.but I find this very interesting.

    • @mistashortstroke443
      @mistashortstroke443 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its only 6k USD

    • @comedystuffafrica994
      @comedystuffafrica994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I also find it expensive. My brick n motor 3 bedroom house costed me about 2.8M excluding land and interior. It means for the same house size the container house is more costly

  • @staceyeversley9337
    @staceyeversley9337 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So wonderful 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🙏🙏🙏

  • @nuelokay1322
    @nuelokay1322 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    appreciate your sincerity Grace... and thanks for laying down your thoughts which serves as good guidance to those of us considering to build one. A quick question though from something you said in this video; are there actually spaces in a shipping container apartment that can be ok without insulation? what rooms/spaces should be considered livable without insulation? and why have you chosen to insulate some spaces in your apartment?

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is the next video. Stay tuned.

    • @jaywonder9302
      @jaywonder9302 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@livingtinywithGrace Hi 👋 Grace, can I have your number please. Niko 🇺🇸

    • @lovethjohnson3672
      @lovethjohnson3672 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He was the one who helped me restore back ex 3 days ago without delay
      .

    • @lovethjohnson3672
      @lovethjohnson3672 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      message him on WhatsApp .

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jaywonder9302 +254721642215

  • @collinsopiyo2437
    @collinsopiyo2437 ปีที่แล้ว

    A better alternative to brik and motor house

  • @tonyloyd7174
    @tonyloyd7174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Grace i have a question on design...... Are the container house designs on Pinterest copyrighted or is it okay to replicate...will i have issues if i use them???Whats you thoughts...Thanks.

  • @normadavid1239
    @normadavid1239 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done butefull I have seen your first video and I just want to know isn't it too hot in ? do you have an air conditioner?

  • @itskudaa
    @itskudaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please keep posting videos

  • @wangeshimuriithi9598
    @wangeshimuriithi9598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow I really loved the tour 😍😍

  • @humblygratefullifeinusa
    @humblygratefullifeinusa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New friend here 😊 thanks for sharing 😊

  • @mpumwirechristine82
    @mpumwirechristine82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Am Ugandan will contact you one day

  • @DigzGuy
    @DigzGuy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hadn't clicked the notification bell on this channel so hadn't realised there were two new videos. No ads yet? :-)
    Also now that you're global give dollar equivalents on currency :-)

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome on this side too😊

    • @worldtraveler2417
      @worldtraveler2417 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@livingtinywithGrace: You’re doing a good job. I had to covert Kenyan shillings to U.S. dollars. This is a good start-up business in many parts of Africa that don’t experience severed winter like the West where insulation from the cold is needed. You’re a smart business woman.

  • @VeeShay1
    @VeeShay1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Grace! It is 3:45 AM and I just watched this video and your previous one. You have done an excellent job in building your container home and also in laying out your video. Well done!
    I subscribed and I am very interested in your content so I will check out your other channel, as well. I will also send you a private message about what I am thinking. I hope you will respond.

  • @faingunyakiringa5179
    @faingunyakiringa5179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grace,
    This is awesome project. I am sold out to it and need to reach out to you for further discussions.

  • @hmk..
    @hmk.. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "13,632.65 usd" one can build a very tiny brick + mortar home...

  • @Haye_you
    @Haye_you 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank no you for sharing this info, do you feel that there’s a difference in temperature between the insulated container and the non insulated container?

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, there is a huge difference especially during cold nights

  • @bendemare5270
    @bendemare5270 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    🙌

  • @sonyia7521
    @sonyia7521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It's good but each to their own, me I build my 3 bedrooms 🏠@ about 1.8m and it's very spacious. I think this container house is very expensive at 1.5 and it's only one bedroom, my take though.

    • @faithcarol4707
      @faithcarol4707 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh nice.
      Which location did you build your house?

    • @sonyia7521
      @sonyia7521 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@faithcarol4707 @kamulu ruai

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I don't know how true your costs are but a well built three bedroom house cannot be anywhere close to 1.8M complete with finishes.

  • @loisk7879
    @loisk7879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you grace for answering our questions on cost. Are you planning to go into business for doing container houses? Can we consult you to design and build?

    • @lazarus8237
      @lazarus8237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You need to listen , she told you

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I do this for others already. Check out Cubes and Containers Design Kenya here on TH-cam

    • @kmarchplansltd4868
      @kmarchplansltd4868 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@livingtinywithGrace thank you, will check it out

    • @blessjohnson6763
      @blessjohnson6763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know of a man who can help you manifest whatever and whoever you wanna manifest within two day

    • @blessjohnson6763
      @blessjohnson6763 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He was the one who helped me restore back ex 3 days ago without delay

  • @leeronow1219
    @leeronow1219 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Grace, what is the cost of delivering 2 20ft containers in KAMPALA?

  • @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71
    @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rent money is dead money…….perfectly said.

  • @miwikotel6251
    @miwikotel6251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sister you should monetize your videos. They're original keep it up.

  • @yoveeditors5502
    @yoveeditors5502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How much were the containers and what type of specialist did you use to make the windows, staircase & doors thnx

    • @kadzo6614
      @kadzo6614 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Co asks

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have given a cost breakdown on how much I purchased my containers then and how much for you would get them now.

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also mentioned in the video, I work for Cubes and Containers Design Kenya, a company that sells and converts shipping containers. All my fundis were from the company.

  • @barbaralightfoot8157
    @barbaralightfoot8157 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you speaking about American dollars, if not what would the equivalent be in U.S. dollars?

  • @ianotieno2246
    @ianotieno2246 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how much does it cost for hoisting the container using a crane
    how much do the welders also charge for cutting door and window sizes

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depends on the intensity of the work as well as location of site. No standard figure

  • @alexkabazo9491
    @alexkabazo9491 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For love

  • @AzaplayandLearnTV
    @AzaplayandLearnTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is lovely. Very creative. Well done. Simple living. Peaceful living. One question, when it rains how do you reduce the noise of the rain on the containers. Rain falling on containers can be very loud.

  • @abidisu1679
    @abidisu1679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. Am writing my thesis on container homes. Is it ok to ask.

  • @lornahmukasa4033
    @lornahmukasa4033 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your client soon ❤❤❤

  • @rafaelapaniagua1638
    @rafaelapaniagua1638 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Grace ?? Question those number for the cost of construction you are giving is in USA dollars?

  • @salamatukonneh9041
    @salamatukonneh9041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please tell us the price in dollars

  • @dg2cww341
    @dg2cww341 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do y’all ship to USA

  • @bettymwangi4092
    @bettymwangi4092 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would maybe 3 containers. Then land.

  • @mwendapoleee
    @mwendapoleee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think its not all that low budget considering the space you have, a semipermanet building would be economical.

    • @livingtinywithGrace
      @livingtinywithGrace  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But a semi permanent structure wouldn't change locations and still remain intact

    • @mwendapoleee
      @mwendapoleee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@livingtinywithGracemaybe for commercial use but as a home think its not an option.

  • @pammuthoki8559
    @pammuthoki8559 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey do u have connections in Nairobi? Cox am locked there

  • @vivianokeswa488
    @vivianokeswa488 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Who can I consult in South Africa 🇿🇦 for such a project ?

  • @asnathtv8485
    @asnathtv8485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does 1.57m include labour of the company

  • @user-dm3mb3fz8z
    @user-dm3mb3fz8z 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where is the best sites to order a container home under 3k ?

  • @TheBigtings68
    @TheBigtings68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Today as I am watching this google is showing that £1= 152.49 ksh

  • @DeniswilliandelimaLima-bs3pi
    @DeniswilliandelimaLima-bs3pi 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    E a casa q nao chegou Popular .