Luxury, imposing houses aren’t the only ones that can benefit from a green roof. Even something as small and simple as a shipping container house can use some of its benefits. It’s the case of this lovely shipping container guest house from San Antonio.

The client approached Texas architect Jim Poteet about a project that involved the transformation of a shipping container into a playhouse and guest house. Even though the architect had never worked with a container before, the project turned out to be a spectacular success and a wonderful challenge. The house that was created is made from a standard 40-foot shipping container and measures 320 square feet. It’s small but it’s the perfect addition to the client’s backyard.

The container is painted blue and has been equipped with heating and air-conditioning systems. It was a spectacular transformation and the result was a perfectly functional guest house and playhouse. But since the insulation was still a problem, the architect decided to add a green roof. The roof is filled with plants that help regulate the temperature and that also gives the house a more organic appearance and helps it better integrate into the backyard area.