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Man Camps for Data Centers: How Shipping Container Workforce Housing Solves Temporary Employee Housing
Man Camps for Data Centers: How Shipping Container Workforce Housing Solves Temporary Employee Housing The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure has fueled unprecedented demand for new data centers across the United States. While these projects bring jobs and economic growth, they also create a significant challenge: where do hundreds of construction workers, engineers, electricians, and project managers stay during multi-year
Jun 293 min read


The First Time I Stayed in a Container
A real experience that helped to inspire our outdoor models.
Jun 282 min read


20ft vs 40ft Container Home: Which Size Is Right for You?
Two Boma container homes on 9 acres along the Connecticut River in Littleton, New Hampshire — a 20ft and a 40ft, side by side. Author: Boma Properties | Read Time: 5 min | Updated: June 2026 One of the first decisions every container home buyer faces is size. And while it might seem like a simple choice — bigger is better, right? — the reality is more nuanced. The right size depends on your intended use, your budget, your land, and your goals. In this guide, we’ll break down
Jun 235 min read


How to Finance a Shipping Container Home in 2026
A Boma container home in the White Mountains of New Hampshire — this is what your investment looks like from the inside. Author: Gareth Dobbs | Read Time: 5 min | Updated: June 2026 The question comes up in almost every buyer conversation: How do I finance a shipping container home? It’s a fair question — and the answer has become more straightforward as container homes have grown in popularity. While traditional mortgage financing doesn’t always apply directly, there are sev
Jun 166 min read


Shipping Container Home vs. Tiny House: Which Is Right for You? (2026)
Two Boma container homes on open land in Taos, New Mexico — built to last, designed to stand out, and proof that a shipping container home outperforms a tiny house in any terrain. Author: Boma Properties | Read Time: 5 min | Updated: June 2026 Two of the most popular alternatives to traditional housing — shipping container homes and tiny houses — often get grouped together. Both are compact, relatively affordable, and appeal to buyers who value efficiency, minimalism, and ind
Jun 96 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Taos, New Mexico: Where to Stay, Eat, Fish, Hike, Ski & Explore
From skiing and fly fishing to local food, breweries, shopping, and outdoor adventures, discover the best places to explore in and around Taos, New Mexico.
Jun 24 min read
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