20ft x 8ft Custom Shipping Container Conversion – Portable Building, Fully Customizable Design
The 20ft x 8ft Custom Shipping Container Conversion is a fully customizable modular building solution designed to suit your specific requirements, whether for retail, office, studio, or residential use.
Built from a premium-grade shipping container, this model showcases the endless potential of container architecture, allowing you to “shop your spec” and create a design tailored to your purpose, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
This pictured example highlights our Anthracite Grey external finish, custom glazing, and high-quality French doors, but every build can be adapted to your exact needs. Whether you prefer a minimalist setup or a fully equipped conversion with insulation, power, and finishes, We can deliver your ideal portable space.
20ft x 8ft Custom Shipping Container Conversion Key Features (As Shown in This 20ft Model)
- Base Container Options:
- 20ft x 8ft High Cube Container (9′6″ high) or
- 20ft x 8ft Standard Container (8′6″ high)
- Exterior Finish:
- Full external respray in Anthracite Grey
- Internal respray in White for a bright interior
- Chrome container handles for a polished look
- Entry & Access:
- Manual Roller Shutter Door (2000 × 1000 mm), steel shopfront style, powder-coated finish with bullet locks for security
- Double-Glazed Anthracite Grey French Doors (2000 × 2200 mm) – stylish and secure
- Windows & Glazing:
- Fixed Large Double-Glazed Window Panel (2100 × 2200 mm) for natural light
- High-Line Low-Hung Opening Window (1800 × 400 mm) for ventilation
- Interior Construction:
- Insulated Floating Floor System for comfort and thermal control
- Fully customizable wall linings, flooring, and electrical options available
Customization Options
- Wall, floor, and ceiling insulation packages
- Electrical installation (lighting, outlets, breaker panel)
- Climate control (A/C & heating units)
- Plumbing connections (optional sink or washroom setup)
- Interior finishes (vinyl plank, painted panels, custom trim)
- Branding, signage, and cladding upgrades
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| External Length | 20 ft (6.06 m) |
| External Width | 8 ft (2.44 m) |
| External Height | 8 ft 6 in (Standard) or 9 ft 6 in (High Cube) |
| Material | COR-TEN Anti-Corrosive Steel |
| Insulation | Floating Floor + Optional Wall/Ceiling Packages |
| Finish | Anthracite Grey Exterior / White Interior |
| Doors & Windows | Double-Glazed Panels, French Doors, Roller Shutter |
| Condition | New / Custom-Built |
| Delivery | Available Nationwide |
Applications
- Retail or food service kiosk
- Pop-up shop or event booth
- Site or project office
- Garden studio or home office
- Modular residential or hospitality unit
Benefits
- Fully Customizable: Tailor your design, finishes, and layout to suit your needs.
- Durable & Secure: Built from steel, weatherproof, and reinforced for long service life.
- Stylish Design: Modern finishes and glazing options create a professional appearance.
- Flexible Functionality: Can serve as a retail unit, workspace, or accommodation.
- Turnkey Solutions: Built to order and ready for power, plumbing, and HVAC installation.
Why Choose a 20ft x 8ft Custom Shipping Container Conversion?
We specialize in transforming standard shipping containers into fully functional, visually appealing portable buildings.
Whether you’re looking for a simple insulated workspace or a premium retail build with glass frontage, our team will help design, fabricate, and deliver a container tailored to your project and budget.

















Heidi Müller (verified owner) –
Took a long time to process the order. The container was in stock, but it took over two weeks to get it scheduled for delivery. Once scheduled, it was fine.
Hector Ramirez (verified owner) –
Solid investment. Bought two for a construction site. They’re secure, weatherproof, and have taken a beating without a scratch. Will be using them for years.
Bianca Rossi (verified owner) –
Damage on delivery. The container was dropped during placement, causing a bend in the door frame that now makes it difficult to seal properly. It’s been two weeks and I’m still waiting on a resolution from their claims department. Very frustrating.
Leo Carter (verified owner) –
Great foundation for a tiny home. The structure is straight and true, making conversion much easier.
Anika Desai (verified owner) –
Helped me expand my business. The extra storage space allowed me to take on more inventory and grow.
Alistair Finch (verified owner) –
Wish there were more photos online. The container is fine, but I would have liked to see photos of all four sides and the interior floor before purchasing.
Robert Langley (verified owner) –
Excellent container, some paperwork confusion. The 40ft high cube we bought is flawless. There was a small mix-up with the original documentation, but it was sorted within a day. Product is 5-star, service 4-star.
Zara Khan (verified owner) –
Very good overall. The container itself is great quality. Delivery was a few days later than initially hoped, but the communication was good so it wasn’t a big issue. Four stars.
Lawrence Middleton (verified owner) –
Great foundation for a tiny home. The structure is straight and true, making conversion much easier.
Sienna Blake (verified owner) –
Good for chemical storage. We use it with proper ventilation for safe storage. The steel construction is ideal.
Dominic Russo (verified owner) –
Perfect for storage, delivery was tricky. The container is great. My site access is difficult and it took the driver a couple of attempts to get it positioned. The team was patient, but it cost an extra hour of labor.
Ingrid Sorensen (verified owner) –
Peace of mind. Knowing my assets are secure in a Colli Trans container is priceless.
Tessa Ali (verified owner) –
Delivery was a hassle. The container was fine, but coordinating the delivery was frustrating. Had to reschedule twice on their end. Once it arrived, all was good.
Talia al-Jamil (verified owner) –
It’s a container. It does the job. Nothing special to report, positive or negative. It holds my stuff.
Julian Hart (verified owner) –
The container is even better in person.
Viktor Lund (verified owner) –
Exceeded expectations
Patrick O’Brian (verified owner) –
Started a container garden! Bought a used one, drilled holes for drainage, and now have raised beds. Creative uses are endless!
Linh Tran (verified owner) –
Ventilated container for organic goods. Arrived in perfect working order. The ventilation system is crucial and works excellently.
Leo Carter (verified owner) –
Overall happy. A reliable company with a good product. Not “blown away,” but completely satisfied.
Luis Mendoza (verified owner) –
Customer for life. After this experience, I won’t go anywhere else.
Clara Bennett (verified owner) –
Perfect container, perfect service. What more can you ask for?
Caleb Okafor (verified owner) –
Damage on delivery. The container was dropped during placement, causing a bend in the door frame that now makes it difficult to seal properly. It’s been two weeks and I’m still waiting on a resolution from their claims department. Very frustrating.
Mona Lewis (verified owner) –
Highly recommend for farmers. We use it for grain storage (with proper liners). It’s completely rodent-proof.
Arjun Mehta (verified owner) –
Transformed into a gorgeous home. We worked with Colli Trans to source two 40ft high cubes for our container home project. The quality is outstanding and the structural integrity is perfect.
Silas Vance (verified owner) –
Transformed into a gorgeous home. We worked with Colli Trans to source two 40ft high cubes for our container home project. The quality is outstanding and the structural integrity is perfect.
Nathaniel Blackwood (verified owner) –
Logistical geniuses. Coordinated delivery across three states for multiple site deliveries. Flawless execution.
Dimitri Volkov (verified owner) –
Great communication. Received regular updates on the delivery status. The driver was professional and skilled, placing it exactly where I wanted.
Astrid Lindgren (verified owner) –
Communication could be improved. It was hard to get a straight answer on the exact delivery date. When it did arrive, it was correct, but the lack of updates was stressful.
Fiona O’Rourke (verified owner) –
Highly recommend for farmers. We use it for grain storage (with proper liners). It’s completely rodent-proof.
Celeste Dubois (verified owner) –
Flexible payment options. Made the purchase much easier for my cash flow.
Rafael Silva (verified owner) –
Started a container garden! Bought a used one, drilled holes for drainage, and now have raised beds. Creative uses are endless!
Amelia Reed (verified owner) –
The lock-rods were a little stiff. A bit of WD-40 fixed them right up. Probably from sitting in a yard.
Vincent Costello (verified owner) –
Sold my old container to them! Didn’t know they bought used containers too. Got a fair price and upgraded to a larger one.
Caleb Zhang (verified owner) –
Refrigerated container for my farm stand. Works perfectly! It was delivered with a full service history. Colli Trans made a complex purchase simple.
Alistair Finch (verified owner) –
Very good overall. The container itself is great quality. Delivery was a few days later than initially hoped, but the communication was good so it wasn’t a big issue. Four stars.
Christian Wolfe (verified owner) –
Reliable. The container arrived exactly when they said it would.
George Abbot (verified owner) –
Perfect container, perfect service. What more can you ask for?
Elias Frost (verified owner) –
The best in the business. I’ve used other companies, but Colli Trans is a cut above.
Eleanor Vance (verified owner) –
Bought one for my son’s startup. He’s using it for his automotive parts business. It was the perfect starter solution.
Jena Farah (verified owner) –
Highly recommend for farmers. We use it for grain storage (with proper liners). It’s completely rodent-proof.
Caleb Zhang (verified owner) –
Grade was a bit optimistic. I paid for a “wind and watertight” grade, but the floor has a few more worn spots than I expected. It’s still functional for my storage needs, but I feel I slightly overpaid for the condition.
Selena Vega (verified owner) –
Sold my old container to them! Didn’t know they bought used containers too. Got a fair price and upgraded to a larger one.
Everett Sloan (verified owner) –
Used it as a temporary garage. Worked great while I rebuilt my old shed.
Maria Flores (verified owner) –
The website is accurate. What you see is what you get. No nasty surprises upon delivery.
Benjamin Clarke (verified owner) –
Took a while to get a quote for a custom mod. Standard container purchase was easy. Asking for a quote on a custom door took a few follow-up emails. Eventually got it and it was fair.
Julian Hart (verified owner) –
Bought one for my son’s startup. He’s using it for his automotive parts business. It was the perfect starter solution.
Sofia Costa (verified owner) –
Doors operate smoothly. Something you don’t think about until you get a bad one. These are well-maintained.
Alistair Grant (verified owner) –
Bought for a disaster relief organization. Colli Trans worked with us on pricing and delivered quickly to a crisis area. Thank you for your compassion.
Zara Khan (verified owner) –
No hidden fees. The price you see is the price you pay. Delivery was quoted accurately and there were no surprises. Refreshing!
Cassandra Bellamy (verified owner) –
The website is accurate. What you see is what you get. No nasty surprises upon delivery.
Elias Frost (verified owner) –
Logistical geniuses. Coordinated delivery across three states for multiple site deliveries. Flawless execution.
Caleb Vance (verified owner) –
Great for a pop-up shop! We customized a 10ft container for our coffee business. The team was great with the modifications. A total game-changer.
Elara Whitlock (verified owner) –
Slight price increase from quote to delivery. The initial quote was valid, but by the time I confirmed a week later, the transport costs had gone up slightly due to fuel prices. Understandable, but worth noting.
Everett Sloan (verified owner) –
Robust and reliable. This is my 3rd container from Colli Trans for my various business sites. Consistent quality every time.
Yasmine Said (verified owner) –
Great communication. Received regular updates on the delivery status. The driver was professional and skilled, placing it exactly where I wanted.
Daisy Campbell (verified owner) –
Easy to customize. Hired a local welder to add windows and a door. He commented on the good quality of the steel.
Lena Vogel (verified owner) –
Transformed into a gorgeous home. We worked with Colli Trans to source two 40ft high cubes for our container home project. The quality is outstanding and the structural integrity is perfect.
Oscar Diaz (verified owner) –
Disappointed with condition. Advertised as “good condition,” but it arrived with significant rust on the underside and a noticeable dent on one side that wasn’t in the listing photos. It’s still usable for my low-priority storage, but I feel misled.
Valentina Rossi (verified owner) –
Transformed into a gorgeous home. We worked with Colli Trans to source two 40ft high cubes for our container home project. The quality is outstanding and the structural integrity is perfect.
Mei Lin (verified owner) –
Helped me expand my business. The extra storage space allowed me to take on more inventory and grow.
Akio Tanaka (verified owner) –
Very good overall. The container itself is great quality. Delivery was a few days later than initially hoped, but the communication was good so it wasn’t a big issue. Four stars.
Samuel Green (verified owner) –
Perfect for a hunting cabin. Insulated it myself, holds heat great. Withstood a heavy snow load no problem.
Harriet Jones (verified owner) –
Easy to customize. Hired a local welder to add windows and a door. He commented on the good quality of the steel.
Genevieve Leroy (verified owner) –
Slight price increase from quote to delivery. The initial quote was valid, but by the time I confirmed a week later, the transport costs had gone up slightly due to fuel prices. Understandable, but worth noting.
Richard Ashford (verified owner) –
Solid investment. Bought two for a construction site. They’re secure, weatherproof, and have taken a beating without a scratch. Will be using them for years.
Cassandra Bellamy (verified owner) –
Top-notch quality
Linh Tran (verified owner) –
Logistical geniuses. Coordinated delivery across three states for multiple site deliveries. Flawless execution.
Eleanor Rigby (verified owner) –
Logistical geniuses. Coordinated delivery across three states for multiple site deliveries. Flawless execution.
Sienna Blake (verified owner) –
They answer their phones! So many companies don’t. A real person always picks up.
Luca Marino (verified owner) –
Flawless delivery to a tricky site. My driveway is narrow and on a hill. The driver managed it with no issues. Very impressed.
Caleb Okafor (verified owner) –
A few more dings than expected. Bought a “used” grade. It’s structurally sound and watertight, but has a few more cosmetic scratches and dents than the photo suggested. Still fully functional and good value.
Omar Wilson (verified owner) –
Bought for a disaster relief organization. Colli Trans worked with us on pricing and delivered quickly to a crisis area. Thank you for your compassion.
Mei Lin (verified owner) –
Disappointed with condition. Advertised as “good condition,” but it arrived with significant rust on the underside and a noticeable dent on one side that wasn’t in the listing photos. It’s still usable for my low-priority storage, but I feel misled.
Vincent Costello (verified owner) –
Ventilated container for organic goods. Arrived in perfect working order. The ventilation system is crucial and works excellently.
Cora Miller (verified owner) –
The lock-rods were a little stiff. A bit of WD-40 fixed them right up. Probably from sitting in a yard.
Heidi Müller (verified owner) –
Bought for a swimming pool equipment room. The side-door access is ideal. Keeps everything out of sight and protected from the elements.
Aisha Bello (verified owner) –
It’s a container. It does the job. Nothing special to report, positive or negative. It holds my stuff.
Beatrice York (verified owner) –
Excellent container, some paperwork confusion. The 40ft high cube we bought is flawless. There was a small mix-up with the original documentation, but it was sorted within a day. Product is 5-star, service 4-star.
Maxwell Stone (verified owner) –
Robust and reliable. This is my 3rd container from Colli Trans for my various business sites. Consistent quality every time.
Natalia Petrova (verified owner) –
Slight price increase from quote to delivery. The initial quote was valid, but by the time I confirmed a week later, the transport costs had gone up slightly due to fuel prices. Understandable, but worth noting.
Maxwell Stone (verified owner) –
Minor rust spot on the roof. Not a big deal for a used container, and it was sealed easily. Just something to check upon delivery.
Warren Briggs (verified owner) –
Delivery was on time, but the driver was a bit rushed. He was efficient, but not as careful with my lawn as I would have liked. No major damage, though.
Chloe Williams (verified owner) –
Great product, minor delivery hiccup. The container is perfect for our needs. The driver was great, but the delivery window was a bit wide (8am-5pm). Would still recommend.
Talia al-Jamil (verified owner) –
On-site storage during renovation. Lifesaver! Kept all our furniture dry and safe for 6 months. Easy on/off-hire process.
Ethan Hayes (verified owner) –
Excellent for equipment storage. Fits my tractor and all my attachments with room to spare. The double doors are a must.
Daniel Kim (verified owner) –
Used it as a temporary garage. Worked great while I rebuilt my old shed.
Liam O’Connell (verified owner) –
Modification wasn’t perfect. We ordered a container with a added man-door. The door works, but the finish around the weld is a bit rough. It’s on the back so it’s not a huge deal, but for the price of the mod, I expected cleaner work.
Genevieve Leroy (verified owner) –
Exceeded expectations
Tobias King (verified owner) –
Flexible payment options. Made the purchase much easier for my cash flow.
Zara Khan (verified owner) –
Friendly staff. Everyone I spoke to was knowledgeable and helpful.
Dimitri Volkov (verified owner) –
Best price I found after weeks of searching. Don’t bother looking elsewhere. Colli Trans has the best prices and the best quality.
Daniel Kim (verified owner) –
Excellent container, some paperwork confusion. The 40ft high cube we bought is flawless. There was a small mix-up with the original documentation, but it was sorted within a day. Product is 5-star, service 4-star.
Dominic Russo (verified owner) –
Perfect for my new business! Bought a 20ft container to use as a storage unit for my landscaping company. The process was seamless from start to finish.
Ethan Hayes (verified owner) –
They answer their phones! So many companies don’t. A real person always picks up.
Lawrence Middleton (verified owner) –
Started a container garden! Bought a used one, drilled holes for drainage, and now have raised beds. Creative uses are endless!
Daisy Campbell (verified owner) –
Flexible payment options. Made the purchase much easier for my cash flow.
Sasha Popo (verified owner) –
A solid 10/10.
Beatrice Chen (verified owner) –
They answer their phones! So many companies don’t. A real person always picks up.
Eleanor Vance (verified owner) –
A few more dings than expected. Bought a “used” grade. It’s structurally sound and watertight, but has a few more cosmetic scratches and dents than the photo suggested. Still fully functional and good value.
Amelia Reed (verified owner) –
The container was delivered on time and in even better condition than the photos showed. Highly recommend Colli Trans!
Kaori Suzuki (verified owner) –
Peace of mind. Knowing my assets are secure in a Colli Trans container is priceless.
Chloe Davis (verified owner) –
Logistical geniuses. Coordinated delivery across three states for multiple site deliveries. Flawless execution.
Victor Sokolov (verified owner) –
Best price I found after weeks of searching. Don’t bother looking elsewhere. Colli Trans has the best prices and the best quality.
Victor Sokolov (verified owner) –
Modification wasn’t perfect. We ordered a container with a added man-door. The door works, but the finish around the weld is a bit rough. It’s on the back so it’s not a huge deal, but for the price of the mod, I expected cleaner work.
Lawrence Middleton (verified owner) –
Delivery was a hassle. The container was fine, but coordinating the delivery was frustrating. Had to reschedule twice on their end. Once it arrived, all was good.
Beatrice York (verified owner) –
Perfect for my new business! Bought a 20ft container to use as a storage unit for my landscaping company. The process was seamless from start to finish.
Piper Adams (verified owner) –
The container was delivered on time and in even better condition than the photos showed. Highly recommend Colli Trans!
Rose Gallagher (verified owner) –
Okay, but had an issue. The container we received had a small leak around one of the corner castings that wasn’t apparent on delivery. Customer service was responsive and sent a repair crew out within a week to fix it. Problem was solved, but it was an inconvenience.
Luca Marino (verified owner) –
Disappointed with condition. Advertised as “good condition,” but it arrived with significant rust on the underside and a noticeable dent on one side that wasn’t in the listing photos. It’s still usable for my low-priority storage, but I feel misled.
Harriet Jones (verified owner) –
Exactly as described. Needed a reliable used container. This one was spotless, no dents, and doors sealed perfectly. Great price for the quality.