Global
Shelters
Temporary shelters for
emergency use.
The Global Village
 Many
traditional homes around the world
resemble what we think of as shelters.
 Here
are some North American Tepees.
A world of shelters
 Many
cultures have traditionally lived in a
variety of shelters
Shelters in the UK
 In
this country too.
EMERGENCY!
A
political or environmental crisis can be
devastating.
 War and persecution can drive people
from their homes making them refugees.
 Floods, hurricanes and other natural
disasters also lead to people losing their
homes
 A temporary replacement is
needed…and quickly.
Homework Task
 To
design a shelter for an emergency
 Suitable for basic needs: (eating &
sleeping)
 Easy to transport to the disaster zone
 Can it be built from local materials?
 Eco friendly?
Choice of presentation
 Build
a 3D model
 Draw a 2D design on A3 paper; list the
materials that you would use and
estimate the cost.
 Include
a paragraph explaining why it is
suitable for the disaster area. Where in the
world would your shelter suit. (One
paragraph).
3D Model
 Make
a framework:
 triangle joints
 Geodome
Decide on
materials for
outer skin.
http://weburbanist.com/2008/11/12/lifesaving-temporary-emergency-shelters-buildings/
2D Design
Visit the APMS webpage
 All
information (including ppt)
 Web links
 Google ‘emergency shelters’
 Homework club
 Base Wednesday
 Ask MD before the end of Friday