The Pop-up House as Disaster Relief Housing

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 Challenges with post-disaster housing 

• Over 11 million homes in North America are designated ‘Very High Risk’ for natural hazards including earthquakes, floods, and wildfires.
• There is a serious shortage of interim housing for use in the aftermath of disasters.  
• Many small communities are already facing pre-established housing shortages, and cannot absorb those who are displaced.  Interim housing is difficult to obtain.

The Pop-up House solution

• The Pop-up House is particularly suited to disaster relief as it easily transportable and quickly deployable.  The units are small and lightweight and so can be towed by most pick-up trucks, allowing for a delivery time of only hours.  
• Set-up requires no expertise and takes under 5 minutes as all component movement is motorized.  
• The Pop-up House is well insulated and suitable for occupation in inclement weather.  Its steeply sloped roof sheds rain and snow.
• It is energy efficient, cost effective, and contains the amenities necessary for comfortable habitation.