Like all other fast-growing lower- income countries, Bangladesh is also experiencing rapid urban growth and fast construction is a dire need. The Global trend of utilizing shipping containers for construction in Bangladesh also follows the trend. Bangladesh has abundant used shipping containers due to export-import through major seaports and strategic geographical locations. Recycled shipping containers are mostly used for commercial, retail, and business purposes rather than residential use in our contexts. However, studies focusing on shipping containers in lower- income countries are limited. Some Research focuses on an economic perspective and others based on sustainability. However, studies on the design aspects of shipping containers for commercial purposes are rare. This research examines the potential use of shipping containers for commercial purposes, focusing on the Design Statement, Modularity, Eco-friendly features, Customization, Cost-effectiveness, Renewable resources, Thermal Performance, and Strength. We seek to contrast conventional views and reveal new insights into their viability for larger-scale implementation through the case study of three commercial projects in Dhaka through a mixed-method approach. Systematic observation of spatial layout during field and questionnaire surveys was conducted to collect data. The results were analysed through inferential statistical analysis of the questionnaire data and comparative analysis of the observation data. This research will help architects and engineers comprehend the design scope using shipping containers for the fast-expanding construction market.