Container City

Container City is a building complex made from multiple structures constructed using repurposed shipping containers that create modular office and accommodation spaces at Trinity Buoy Wharf. The site uses the containers' sturdy steel frames as structural elements and allows flexible room layouts for different types of work.

The project started in 2001 with the first Container City installation at this location. A year later, the second phase expanded the concept by adding several more container-based structures.

The site demonstrates how discarded shipping containers have been repurposed into working spaces for artists and small businesses. This transformation shapes how the place functions as a hub for creative and sustainable ventures.

The site sits on a wharf with direct access to water and green spaces nearby. Visitors should note that steel surfaces can become slippery when wet and sturdy footwear is recommended.

The structure was designed by Nicholas Lacey Architects as a reusable building system that could quickly combine different modules. This modular flexibility made it possible to assemble the project in just a few days and later expand it.

Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets

GPS coordinates: 51.50810,0.00810

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03