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Recycled Item Nomadic Homes

StudioBird Experiments with the Future Wagon

— May 12, 2014 — Eco
Nomadic homes usually come in the form of caravans, but Mathew Bird from the firm StudioBird has developed his own interpretation of what these structures of the future will look like.

Made from primarily recycled materials such as clothes hangers and even the rings from shower curtains, the Future Wagon doesn't look all that functional. Bird is trying to get at the fact that even in the future homeless people will be connected to the Internet somehow, so in certain stills he shows the person pushing the cart on his cellphone, checking email.

While the Future Wagon does not look very practical, Mathew Bird is more or less just trying to make a point about how society will like years from now. Apparently it will be both resourceful and addicted to technology (which doesn't sound far off).

Photo Credits: designboom, studiobird.au
Trend Themes
1. Recycled Materials Housing - There is an opportunity to develop more sustainable and cost-effective housing options using recycled and repurposed materials.
2. Internet-connected Homelessness - There is potential for technology to improve the lives of homeless populations by providing access to the internet and other essential resources.
3. Hybrid Living Spaces - The concept of hybrid homes that are mobile and can adapt to different needs and living situations can offer a new level of flexibility and freedom for individuals and families.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Architecture - The architecture industry can leverage the use of recycled materials and sustainable building practices to create more eco-friendly housing options.
2. Homelessness Services - Technology companies and nonprofits can partner to create innovative solutions that help homeless populations access essential resources, such as the internet, to improve their quality of life.
3. Modular Housing - The housing industry can explore the development of modular and hybrid living spaces that can be easily adapted to different lifestyles and living situations.
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