Veronika Scott Creates a Wearable Shelter for Those Who Need it Most
Peter Vallas — December 28, 2010 — Lifestyle
References: detroitempowermentplan.blogspot & dornob
Michigan product design student Veronika Scott is trying to help those who need it most. The coats she constructed can be used as an insulated sleeping bag and also as a jacket. Using materials such as Tyvec, wool and other synthetics, the outwear object is self heated and waterproof providing the protection those who live on the streets need to survive.
We all know how harsh the winter can be in the Northern United States and Canada. Facing temperatures on average of -10°C, it makes people want to never leave their houses. However in the city of Detroit, Michigan, there is an average of 18,000 homeless individuals who have to suffer and endure the cold day and night with little shelter. Veronika Scott's versatile jacket helps those individuals keep warm in the coldest conditions.
We all know how harsh the winter can be in the Northern United States and Canada. Facing temperatures on average of -10°C, it makes people want to never leave their houses. However in the city of Detroit, Michigan, there is an average of 18,000 homeless individuals who have to suffer and endure the cold day and night with little shelter. Veronika Scott's versatile jacket helps those individuals keep warm in the coldest conditions.
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Shelters - The concept of creating wearable shelters for homeless individuals can disrupt the traditional homeless shelter industry by providing a more personalized solution.
2. Insulated Clothing - The use of materials such as Tyvec, wool, and other synthetics in insulated clothing provides an opportunity for innovation in the fashion industry to create sustainable and functional clothing.
3. Self-heated Clothing - The integration of self-heated technology in clothing can lead to disruptive innovation in the outdoor and camping industry by providing a more comfortable and safe experience in harsh conditions.
Industry Implications
1. Homeless Shelters - The wearable shelter concept can disrupt the traditional homeless shelter industry by providing an innovative and personalized solution.
2. Fashion - The use of materials such as Tyvec, wool, and other synthetics in insulated clothing provides an opportunity for innovation in the fashion industry to create sustainable and functional clothing.
3. Outdoor Gear - The integration of self-heated technology in clothing can lead to disruptive innovation in the outdoor and camping industry by providing a more comfortable and safe experience in harsh conditions.
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