Amira Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 https://www.ikeafoundation.org/stories/home-refugee-without-one/ The above link goes to an article and a video about the shelters, but I was happy to see that these homes won this award. (But can you imagine assembling an entire house with IKEA instructions?) http://www.archdaily.com/804247/ikeas-better-shelter-wins-design-of-the-year-2016 I'm glad refugees have a better housing option while they wait for a permanent home. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 I love it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) I love this! Can you imagine how much better you'd feel putting your children to bed at night beyond a door that actually locks? Thank you for sharing this and for all the work you do. Edited January 28, 2017 by MercyA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 The "three-year life span" is so typical for Ikea, but sadly optimistic for many refugee situations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted January 28, 2017 Author Share Posted January 28, 2017 The "three-year life span" is so typical for Ikea, but sadly optimistic for many refugee situations. Especially now. But it's better than the lifespan of a tent. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 The "three-year life span" is so typical for Ikea, but sadly optimistic for many refugee situations. Oh, I didn't see that part. Phooey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madteaparty Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 I've seen these in person. Far better than the UNHCR tents 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RioSamba Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 I love this! Can you imagine how much better you'd feel putting your children to bed at night beyond a door that actually locks? Thank you for sharing this and for all the work you do. Indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rose Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 Wonderful! I wonder if I'll ever see them in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 Thanks for sharing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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