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Better Homes & Gardens Article Featuring Relevant Buildings

We’re always looking for ways to spread the word about how shipping container homes offer a sustainable option for housing. That’s why when Better Homes & Gardens kindly asked to... Read More

De Lux River 40′ Container Home Tour with Tiny House Expedition

Our friends at Tiny House Expedition took a tour of our De Lux River 40′ container home located near... Read More

How do I build an ADU in Portland, OR?

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) go by many names, including guest homes, granny flats, or in-law suites. For customers looking... Read More

Kenton Women’s Shelter

In 2019 we helped build the communal kitchen and showering spaces for the Kenton Women’s Village. We partnered with Catholic... Read More

Model Spotlight: De Lux 20′

The De Lux 20’ is a condensed version of our De Lux 40’. With one bedroom and a loft,... Read More

Model Spotlight: Park Model

This 399 sq ft. model is a 1BR / 1 Bath with a full-size kitchen and ample space for... Read More

New Box Car 3

The Box Car 3 is one of many exciting new models we have in the works. This innovative 1,280 sq ft... Read More

Portland Youth Builders

We are so excited to share our new partnership with Portland Youth Builders which gives their students an opportunity to get... Read More

Relevant Buildings is a Proud Host of the 2024 Street of Dreams!

If you live in the Portland Metro area, then you’ve probably heard of the NW Natural Street of Dreams.... Read More

Suite Spot River 40′ Virtual Tour

Watch as Carl Coffman, owner and founder of Relevant Buildings, explores the exciting possibilities of creating a stylish 1-bedroom, 1-bath... Read More

Suite Tea Model

New Model Alert! This bright and spacious 998 sq ft. home is an extended version of our Teahouse 20’ model,... Read More

Take a Tour of Our Ramona 40′ Container Home

Our friends at Tiny House Expedition stopped by our shop near Portland, Oregon, for a tour of our Ramona... Read More

Turning Shipping Containers into Affordable Housing

Relevant Buildings aims to provide housing options that are modern yet affordable. With that mission in mind, we built the... Read More

What Does The Building Process Look Like for a De Lux?

The De Lux series is a part of our ‘Hybrid’ model options, which includes both container and stick-built portions. The... Read More

Why Choose a Relevant Container Home?

Durability – Container homes offer longevity, defense against rot and termites, and the ruggedness, when properly anchored, to stand against severe winds... Read More

Why You Should Build an ADU

ADUs go by many names: guest house, in-law suite, casita, and many more. ADU stands for accessory dwelling unit,... Read More