FROM THIS WE CREATE:

About us: Welcome to the exciting world of Umnyama Ikhaya, which means Rainbow Homes. We specialise in modular building using 12,19m L x 2,44m W x 2,9m H shipping containers. This building method can be applied to all aspects of society from low, medium and premium cost products both on and off the grid. Our main focus will be off the grid green living integrating solar, wind, green growing walls, waterless toilets, rainwater harvesting systems, smokeless stoves etc. You dream it and we will build it. No challenge is to big or small. The beauty of this building form is it simplicity. Have a look at some examples of what our architects have come up with.

Basic Costing: Container prices vary from R26 000 for a second hand container to R56 000 for a once used shipping container. Brand new shipping containers sell for about R68 000. We will exclusively be using High cube shipping containers as building blocks due to its increased height. Our off the grid container homes are priced at R350 000 and R365 000 and are inclusive of delivery and crane service anywhere in South Africa. The aim as mentioned prior is to discuss our concept with all the players in green building and come up with the most cost effective solution. A 4 sleeper version of this house also available for lower and medium cost housing purposes.

Why Cargotecture / Container Homes? Affordable Stronger Simpler Short manufacturing time Less labour intensive Space saving solution as it is stackable Very small carbon footprint Mobility – as it was originally designed for transport Insurance savings

Some exciting container structures:

Mission and Goals: 1) To make green, off the grid technology more affordable. 2) Promote entrepreneurship and education by involving communities with skills development programmes. All our most basic homes will be built with this in mind. 3) Attracting local banks to supply mortgage finance for medium cost container housing. This in return will help this country with its housing shortage. 4) Attracting international and local government subsidies for low cost housing programmes. 5) To remain true to our roots and to only use materials and products of a green, sustainable nature at all times. 6) Getting sponsorships from multinational companies 7) We are planning to service any part of South Africa based on demand, but our head office will be in Cape Town for now. The long term plan is to also penetrate Africa as I believe this entire continent will benefit from this venture.

Our team and product: Consists of a small, but dedicated team of professionals sharing the same goal and vision. Be assured of our utmost professionalism at all times as well as ongoing support. Entire product is manufactured off site to our client specifications. Email us your idea and budget. We will get back to you with a detailed plan and costing. All permanent structures will be delivered and fixed to a foundation at all times. It is fully customisable and can be used to construct basically everything from outside room, shop, apartment block, entire township or an upmarket house. The opportunities are endless. Modular building is the sensible choice. We utilise the services of an NHBRC registered builder for the foundation. Delivery included in price if site is within 50km from Cape Town CBD. Finance available through Homefin & Greenfin.

My Pledge: Be part of this amazing building form called Cargotecture as it represents a greener, cleaner planet. Upcycling is the way forward so use us for your next home. Let us work together and help this country with its housing shortage and harness this idea. It is simpler, cheaper, more environmentally friendly and can be constructed in a very short time. This concept has everything in its favour. We at Umnyama Ikhaya is ready for the challenge. It is very successful form of building around the world. I personally feel Africa is the biggest potential market. It is about time we explore and invest all our time / resources in this.

How to build a container house for under R500 000 video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXzGG0F9qns

Thank You!!! The End!!!