Who We Are & What's Our Mission
We are PTAH and we're here to do right by humans by making sustainable housing affordable.
PTAH is committed to making a positive impact on local communities and the environment they are a part of through the adaptive reuse of shipping containers and our innovative applications of cutting-edge energy solutions. PTAH makes sustainable, affordable, Architect-designed container homes, but we're more than just housing.
According to some ancient Egyptian theologies, Ptah (pronounced puh-taa) was the creator god who spoke all life into existence. Ptah acted as a god of craftsmen and skilled laborers, and was not only associated with artisans, but with royalty as well.
At PTAH, we are more than just a company – we are a visionary force driving the future of architectural innovation. As a proudly Black-owned enterprise, we stand at the forefront of the container-based architecture revolution—redefining spaces, possibilities, and design norms.
Our company takes its name from a powerful Egyptian deity, and our products offerings are named for cities, bodies of water, and other landmarks of the ancient and legendary Kushite (Nubian) empire. The Kingdom of Kush, with its capitals in what is now northern Sudan, helped define the cultural and political landscape of northeastern Africa for more than a thousand years. Kush was a part of Nubia, which stretched from the Upper Nile to the Red Sea.
The legacy of Black excellence in craftsmanship has woven a tapestry of innovation and artistry that spans millennia, from the skilled artisans of ancient Africa to their modern-day descendants who continue to define global style.
What We Provide
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Project Design
PTAH can deliver builder-ready construction plans across each of our project types—PTAHhome, PTAHfit, and PTAHsocial—but our designers can also work with you to customize those existing designs.
Don't see something you love? Let's collaborate to bring your personal vision of a containerized structure to life. Dream on!
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Renewable Energy Solutions
Net zero energy solutions and containerized construction are both innovative approaches to sustainable living and business. When combined, they form a powerful solution for creating environmentally friendly and energy-efficient spaces.
Net zero energy container structures from PTAH represent an exciting intersection of adaptive material reuse and renewable energy practices. By leveraging the inherent advantages of container construction and incorporating advanced energy-saving technologies, PTAH offers a promising path towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future.
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Financing
Obtaining the necessary funds to design, build, and deploy new structures can be intimidating and confusing, particularly when using shipping containers as a primary building material.
PTAH's financing team works with banks, government programs, community development financial institutions, and even venture capital and impact investors that are eager to fund construction projects, including those using non-traditional building materials like shipping containers.
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Construction
Container architecture involves specialized knowledge and skills. It's essential to work with experienced, professional contractors familiar with container construction to ensure a safe and structurally sound outcome. PTAH's construction knowledge base encompasses:
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Sourcing Containers
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Modifications and Cutting
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Structural Reinforcements
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Insulation
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Final Inspections and Permits
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And More!
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Let PTAHhome make your next new house stand out on any street. Container-based architecture will change the way you think about home design, sales, construction, and ownership.
PTAH's designers are constantly adding new offerings to our PTAHhome package, from 20' studios to large-family homes utilizing multiple containers in single-story and stacked configurations.
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PTAHfit Container-based fitness spaces are the perfect lifestyle addition for your home, place of business, resort property, or to quickly expand your existing fitness enterprise.
PTAHfit offers fitness containers in 20 and 40-foot configurations, including weight training and cardio gyms and swimming pools, all customized to your needs.
Container-based architecture is a sustainable solution for food and beverage service projects. PTAHsocial makes kitchens, restaurants, and bars for commercial or residential use, tailor-made from shipping containers.
The possibilities are endless for incorporating container-based designs into your business or home. PTAHsocial designers work with you, as well as experienced food and beverage service professionals to achieve the best layout for your equipment and staff.
Look out for PTAHtech, our upcoming hi-tech commercial and residential design offerings, including container-based facilities for video gaming, home theater, server farms, film and music production studios, and more!
