About Us

About Company

Decades of Expertise You Can Trust

years of experience

With a combined 60 years in construction and property management, we bring deep industry knowledge and operational insights to every project. From owning and managing properties of all sizes to Bruce’s extensive hands-on experience and education—including machine tool technology at NASA, plumbing, welding (TIG, MIG, arc, and gas), electrical wiring as a licensed contractor, drafting, and building maintenance – we’re uniquely qualified to deliver exceptional structures for your home or business.

Quyen

President, HBC

bruce baumgartner

Co-founder, HBC

Our Expertise

Quality Assurance in Container Homes

Having witnessed countless shortcuts in various projects, we’ve made it our mission to uphold the highest standards of quality. To ensure the integrity of our container homes and business structures, Bruce personally toured multiple manufacturing facilities in China, thoroughly reviewed their quality assurance practices, and handpicked high-quality components. After careful evaluation, we partnered with Magic House as our trusted container company provider.

Built to American Standards

As an American-based company, we’ve maintained rigorous oversight throughout the manufacturing process. Every container meets or exceeds U.S. construction standards, ensuring reliability, durability, and performance with no surprises.

Choosing the Right Alternative Containers

When exploring alternative containers, it’s essential to ask critical questions:

What type of steel is used (galvanized or high carbon)?
Does the provider have a solid understanding of metallurgy?
Do the containers meet or exceed structural engineering standards?

Why Choose HBC?

Our meticulous approach, commitment to quality, and decades of experience set us apart. At HBC, we’re redefining the standards for container homes and business structures, ensuring you receive a product that’s built to last.

We live and work in the containers we sell.

We live in the containers we sell to experience firsthand how they function as homes and business offices. This allows us to make improvements based on our direct knowledge and insights.

Quality Assurance in Container Homes

Discover versatile and innovative container solutions designed to meet your residential and business needs.

Quality Assurance

Discover versatile and innovative container solutions designed to meet your residential and business needs.

Magic House

A Global Vision

Magic House

Our brand name is Magic House. We aim to have Magic House ship to all over the world.

2011: Establishment of the Company
6000m²: Company area
ISO9001: Passed the ISO9001 certification
30: Export products to over 30 countries

“Fangdayuancheng Environmental Protection, located in Chengdu, China, serves as the departure station for Chengdu Railway. Our factory, based in Chengdu, transports products to Europe via railway and to the United States and Australia using shipping containers.

At our facility, we specialize in manufacturing a variety of innovative products, including prefab expandable shipping container homes and businesses, shipping container DIY kits, swimming pools, endless swimming pools, container bars, standalone restrooms, and tiny houses on wheels.

We are looking for a Finance Companies To be a trusted partner

Join Our Trusted Finance Network

We’re seeking licensed finance companies across Hawaii with an A+ BBB rating and a zero-complaint record with the DCCA. If your company values excellence and reliability, we’d love to partner with you!

OUR PARTNERS

Trusted Partners

Meet Max Holliger: Where Creativity Meets Real Estate

Creativity – the ability to imagine and develop original ideas – is what sets
Max Holliger apart when it comes to handling your real estate needs.

Educated in Berne, Switzerland, Max’s diverse career path eventually brought him to Hawaii. For the past 11 years, he has served as the supervisor of the creative department at International Convention and Event Services, playing a key role in high-profile events like the APEC summit. Known for his efficiency, accuracy, and unwavering integrity, Max is a trusted professional who delivers results.

Since moving to Hawaii from Zurich 15 years ago, Max has cultivated two passions:
kite surfing and real estate. Through kite surfing, he has built a vast network of connections across the islands, which he leverages to meet his clients’ real estate goals. His dedication to real estate is evident in the countless weekends he has spent studying the market, attending open houses, and building an in-depth understanding of Hawaii’s unique property landscape.

As a property owner himself, Max understands both the challenges and rewards of navigating Hawaii’s real estate market. With his innovative mindset and commitment to excellence, Max ensures a seamless experience, guiding you every step of the way. His goal is your complete satisfaction—helping you achieve your real estate dreams and celebrating your success with confidence and peace of mind.

Meet the trusted Partner for shipping

The Shipping Company We’ve Trusted for 20 Years
Hawaii’s Best, Recognized Globally 

DGX is one of the most respected international ocean and air freight service providers. DGX serves global ocean and air destinations through most ports or airports, to and from any point in the United States, as well as between foreign points. With consolidation, Full Container Load (FCL) and Less Than Container Load (LCL) services from most worldwide locations and all global origins to any point within the continental U.S., DGX has terminals and gateways in Long Beach, Oakland, Portland, Seattle, New York, Atlanta, Chicago and Houston. Additionally we have 14 offices located throughout the Pacific Rim, Oceania, Asia and the Pacific Islands. 

trusted partner for Architecture

Prowork Pacific Inc is an architecture firm, it was established in 2013. We specialize in mid to high-end residential, small commercial, and retail projects. Our services include architectural design and planning, interior design, and sustainable design. We are also the certified Third-Party Reviewer of the Department of Planning & Permitting Honolulu (residential and commercial) to provide project review and permit expediting services for homeowners, contractors, and architects/engineers. 

Tell: 808-304-8871
Location: 100 N. Beretania St. Suite 114 Honolulu, HI 96817 

We are looking for a contractor.
Join Our Contractor Network

We are seeking licensed contractors across all Hawaiian islands to join our team.
To qualify, you must have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and maintain a zero-complaint record with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) in Hawaii.

We are committed to partnering with only the best and most reliable companies. If you meet these standards and are ready to deliver exceptional work, we want to hear from you!

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