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Sustainable Homeless Shelter (Biomimicry (9 laws (Nature runs on sunlight,…
Sustainable Homeless Shelter
Aesthetics
no particular aesthetics
not a priority
possibly simple and minimal to appeal to anyone
Cost
Cheap and cost effective
Actual product should be free
Target audience
Homeless people
Refugees
Affected by emergencies
Displaced
Specifically targeted to evicted people
Have some basic resources already
Possibly own a car to tow the shelter
Environmental considerations
product can be used for a long time without having to be replaced
to be used in Sweden
rain/snow resistant
warm for the winter time
streets can be busy/crowded
Function
Temporary, useful shelter for the homeless
opens and closes easily
Manufacturing
cost effective
quality control
possibly batch produced
Materials
resistant against rain/snow
strong and durable
long lasting
sustainable
possibly biodegradable or renewable resources
Safety
Provides shelter from the outside world
Stable, won't be stolen
Size
big enough for an adult to stand/sleep in
Key concepts
Community
Adaptations
Biomimicry
9 laws
Nature runs on sunlight
Nature fits form to function
Nature only uses the energy it needs
For this product:
Materials inspired by nature
Turtle shell form
Lotus flower
Honeybee hive
Shell
Purpose
Temporary shelter for homeless people
fulfills their basic needs
warm
sanitary
safe
spacious
cheap
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