Greater Cincinnati Container Dwelling Builder
House in a Box has a novel idea: save people money on the build of their home or business so more can experience the American Dream!
Sandra (Sammons) Whitley
Owner / CEO
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Sandra transitioned from jet engine mechanic to construction contractor with 22 years of experience & leadership in the residential construction industry. Two of those years included building houses for Ken & Anita Corsini's Red Barn Homes on HGTV's hit show Flip or Flop Atlanta! She has also renovated hundreds of homes in Georgia and Ohio!
The 11th of 12 children, she understands the importance of financial stewardship and working hard to achieve a dream! With working knowledge of national building codes and a proven entrepreneurial track record, Sandra is House in a Box's visioneer!
Option 1 is for the Do-It-Yourself Customer! Our team gets the container(s) delivered to your site then frames the walls & floors & ceiling, runs the electric & plumbing, then carefully stuffs the container with everything else for you to install! Countertops, fixtures, flooring, switch plates, trim, screws, and of course the kitchen sink!
BUT WHY?! Because we know labor is an expensive part of a construction project. And this will save you money while offering the amazing adventure of building out your own container home / office / studio / restaurant / he shed / she shed!
Option 2 is for the I'll-Pay-To-Have-It-Done-For-Me Customer! Our prices are still low and feedback is "You've both been 100% more helpful than anyone else I've talked to!" Our crew will handle all interior installation (and any contracted exterior work) at your site. We'll pull permits, oversee inspections, and manage the full project!
With House in a Box, you get complete confidence in your investment. From premium building materials to appropriate sized appliances, we don't cut corners when it comes to quality. House in a Box has simplified the building process for you from start to finish.
Ready to embark on an adventure that saves you money while serving up a great adventure?! Ready to secure your American Dream? Join the House in a Box family. Our container dwellings are more than just houses or offices or studio spaces; they are an embodiment of modern comfort, sustainability, and affordability. Get ready to step into a container that exceeds your expectations and transforms the way you live!
The Many Uses for a Container
The possibilities are endless! Whether you're downsizing your primary residence, adding a lakeside cabin, investing in a rental property, or giving your aging parent a space of their own on your property.... House in a Box can make it a reality!
Primary Residence
Did you know the median size home in the US is 2,014 sq ft? That's a lot of space to decorate and clean! And I bet half those spaces don't get used! Container home living is efficient and purposeful. Simplify your home life to expand your real life!
Hunting / Fishing Cabin
Have a piece of land but no place to lay your head? Want to upgrade from that tent or camper? A container home is the perfect solution! We can simplify the mechanical and appliance package if you don't need a fully equipped home.
Rental Property
Whether it's a she-shed or a hip AirBNB, our container home is an economical option to welcome guests while flipping a profit that much quicker!
Side Hustle Studio
Are you an artist? Music teacher? yoga instructor? Artisan? Containers are the PERFECT place to earn that side hustle! A 40' container can be sub-divided into 2-4 vendor booths with roll-up garage doors!
Campground Expansion
Americans have rediscovered the great outdoors post-COVID. Instead of building wood framed cabins, add a culdesac of containers! Guests will love staying in a unique structure and you can have one dropped and outfitted in just days!
Off-Grid Living
Unplug and reclaim your autonomy! Plumbing can function without public sewer. Electric can run off solar or generator. Nestle away in a House in a Box!
Family Compound
If you love your family as much as we love ours, you've probably discussed how cool it'd be to have a family compound! Cousins running between houses, easy monitoring of aging parents or grandparents. With a small footprint and affordable price tag, your family compound is more than attainable!
Stackable Multi-Family Unit
One of the greatest things about containers is their ease of stacking to create multi-story / multi-unit buildings. While not a standard model, we're more than able to collaborate with you on a custom, multi-unit design.