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The Light House Project is a Collection of Temporary Housing Units

— October 7, 2015 — Art & Design
Bangkok-based studio All(zone) created the 'Light House Project,' a series of small temporary housing units. The homes can be easily erected in any location such as abandoned buildings or vacant lots.

The humble abodes measure 12 square meters in size and are comprised of plastic-laminated plywood. Additionally, their "frame consists of a polyethylene-coated metal grid, which also serves as shelving inside the structures." The interior of each home contains a living room, a changing room and a small closet. The bedroom boasts a small bed, covered with a mosquito net that is made of polyester fabric.

The Light House Project is being featured in the Chicago Architecture Biennial, which began on October 3rd and will run until January 3rd 2016. As popularity in micro dwelling surges -- a result of urban expansion -- these quaint units will appeal to travelers or can double as a convenient and temporary homeless shelter.
Trend Themes
1. Micro Dwelling - There is an opportunity to create more sophisticated, energy-efficient and modular micro dwellings that can cater to the needs of those who live in crowded urban areas or to serve as a convenient and temporary homeless shelter.
2. Temporary Housing Units - There is an opportunity to create temporary housing units that are practical and can be easily erected in any location such as abandoned buildings or vacant lots.
3. Mosquito Net Innovation - There is an opportunity to innovate and improve mosquito nets, making them more breathable, durable and eco-friendly for the growing number of people living in micro dwellings or temporary housing units.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can leverage technology such as 3D printing and modular construction to design and build sophisticated, energy-efficient and cost-effective micro dwellings or temporary housing units.
2. Textile Manufacturing - There is an opportunity for textile manufacturers to create lightweight, durable and eco-friendly mosquito nets that can be used in micro dwellings or temporary housing units.
3. Urban Planning - Urban planners can work with governments and NGOs to find innovative ways to address the issue of homelessness and provide temporary housing solutions that are safe, practical and accessible.
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