Known for its unique production of ornaments and clothing from Paua shell, Carterton is an excellent place to be. It is located in the Wairarapa area of the Wellington region just in the middle of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. The town has a mixture of cultures, therefore, making it more vibrant. The people of Carterton have successfully blended the different cultures into very many festivals that people enjoy. If you are visiting for the first time, you will be able to appreciate this artistic community. Moving further from the attractions in Carterton, conversions of shipping containers into many modifications are also making this town trend in New Zealand.

carterton New Zealand Shipping Containers

There is a significant flux of container homes in Carterton caused by the increase in mortgage and buying prices for houses. The uncertainty in the stability of the economy has made many town folks opt to build homes from shipping containers. This move from traditional housing has got many shipping companies in the area very motivated to make the containers affordable and available. The 10ft, 20ft and 40ft containers are all used to build permanent and temporary houses. Construction companies have now incorporated container homes in Carterton into their portfolio. Depending on the style and design you want, they can convert your creative idea into a reality.

Also, shipping containers in Carterton are used as plant containers. There is a range of plant containers both for the contemporary modern and traditional folks. The township of Carterton has embraced this method of plant display. Many people living in this area either buy a container with plants inside or buy an empty environmentally safe container. The plant containers are available in different colours, shapes, designs and sizes. Quite many companies and businesses in Carterton use plant containers as a way of improving their environment and company image. Depending on the budget, there are different plant containers available in Carterton to buy or rent.

Countless companies in Carterton are affected by the lack of enough office space. The offices available in larger sizes have a high price tag attached which many businesses cannot afford. As a result, shipping containers are used as makeshift offices. The 20 ft and 40 ft high cube containers are mostly preferred due to the additional foot as compared to the general purpose containers.  Accessories such as security locking systems are installed to enhance the safety of the stored documents, tools and machinery. Doors and windows are also fitted entirely to the height and width of the container so that one has easy access to the shipping container.

Lastly, makeshift offices, cafes, restaurants and shopping stalls have made the cost of doing business very affordable. This is because those with businesses ideas and limited capital can now afford to buy or rent our shipping containers in Carterton to set up their businesses. The instant storage spaces are not only secure, but they make it easier for businesses to expand. Stores can be built from shipping containers and locking systems installed to ensure security.