The Tine Hovsepian 'Cardborigami' Unfolds for the Homeless
Meghan Young — September 24, 2010 — Eco
References: cardborigami.org & psfk
Taking the Japanese art of folding paper to more extreme heights, the Tina Hovsepian 'Cardborigami' brings shelter to the homeless. An inexpensive and durable construction, it's the perfect solution for natural disaster victims and other unfortunate souls.
Considering how the Tina Hovsepian 'Cardborigami' is inspired by paper art, it folds conveniently for easy transportation. It would definitely be great to see more of these simple, sustainable and life-saving designs to ensure a better living condition for those in need.
Considering how the Tina Hovsepian 'Cardborigami' is inspired by paper art, it folds conveniently for easy transportation. It would definitely be great to see more of these simple, sustainable and life-saving designs to ensure a better living condition for those in need.
Trend Themes
1. Paper-based Shelters - Opportunities exist for designing affordable and durable shelters using paper-based materials to address the needs of disaster victims and the homeless.
2. Portable Housing Solutions - Designing portable housing solutions using foldable materials can promote easy transportation and installation in a crisis intervention setting.
3. Origami-inspired Architecture - Incorporating the art of origami into architectural design can create functional and aesthetic solutions for temporary shelters and disaster relief housing.
Industry Implications
1. Disaster Relief - Organizations involved in disaster relief can explore the use of paper-based shelters and portable housing solutions to provide quick and effective assistance to disaster victims.
2. Homelessness - Nonprofits and government agencies serving the homeless population can consider implementing origami-inspired architecture to create affordable and sustainable housing.
3. Construction Materials - Manufacturers of construction materials can explore paper-based materials as an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative for building shelters and housing units.
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