Kate Pokorny Wants to Crochet Homes for Project Yurt Alert
Jessica Marcel — October 24, 2009 — Art & Design
References: yurtalert & kickstarter
“Longtime felter” Kate Pokorny is serious about her crocheting. So serious, in fact, she sees it as a means to a humanitarian end. With her project Yurt Alert, Pokorny wants to crochet an entire yurt, or transportable dwelling, from wool.
Yurt Alert is a challenging endeavor, and not necessarily one that will cut costs on shelters or provide feasible production. (How long does it take to crochet an entire house?) However, Yurt Alert is a supportable cause (and Pokorny’s an interesting character).
Yurt Alert is a challenging endeavor, and not necessarily one that will cut costs on shelters or provide feasible production. (How long does it take to crochet an entire house?) However, Yurt Alert is a supportable cause (and Pokorny’s an interesting character).
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Housing - Crocheting homes from wool presents an opportunity for sustainable housing solutions.
2. Artistic Architecture - Using crochet as a construction method opens up new possibilities for unique and artistic architectural designs.
3. Craftivism - Yurt Alert and the concept of crocheted cabins highlight the potential of craftivism in creating social impact.
Industry Implications
1. Textile Manufacturing - The production of wool-based construction materials could create opportunities for innovation within the textile manufacturing industry.
2. Sustainable Construction - Crocheted homes push the boundaries of sustainable construction techniques, presenting a disruptive opportunity within the industry.
3. Social Entrepreneurship - The concept of using crochet to address housing needs showcases the potential for social entrepreneurship in the housing industry.
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