# Affordable Modular Housing Dublin is Looking to Use Modular Housing For the Homeless By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-09-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-housing References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/modular-houses-for-homeless-dublin/39479/) & [homelessdublin.ie](http://www.homelessdublin.ie/) The Dublin Region Homeless Executive is looking to the use of modular housing, which could make for a great way to house homeless families on a temporary basis. Around 607 families found themselves in emergency accommodation in Dublin in August this year, necessitating a rethink on housing options for these vulnerable individuals. This modular housing offers a number of advantages. They can be built in a matter of days, with most of the construction able to completed before even arriving on site. A [20-unit housing development](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype) can be completed in as little as six to eight weeks, according to the Dublin Region Homeless Executive. This innovative initiative could go a long way towards helping the homeless enjoy [basic accommodation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boxabl-baby-box) and security at a time when they need it the most. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Housing:** Modular housing provides a quick and efficient solution for housing vulnerable individuals, with construction completed before arriving on site. - **Temporary Housing:** Temporary housing offers a fast and flexible option for accommodating homeless families in need. - **Affordable Housing:** Affordable housing initiatives can help address the housing crisis and provide basic accommodation for those in need. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** The construction industry can capitalize on the demand for modular housing by developing more efficient and cost-effective building methods. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can explore opportunities to invest in and manage temporary housing for vulnerable populations. - **Social Services:** Social service providers can leverage temporary and affordable housing solutions to support and assist homeless individuals and families. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accelerated Modular Housing Construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dabid-baker-architects.md) - [Affordable Tiny Home Communities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oshawa-micro-housing-pilot.md) - [Climate Relief Temporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/additive-manufacturing-homes-crisis.md) - [Modular Bamboo Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-housing.md) - [Modular Living Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-bv-system.md) - [Eco-Friendly Modular Refugee Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allspace-1.md) - [Economical Modular Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-house.md) - [Disaster-Ready Housing Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-homes.md) - [Eco‑tiny Sanctuarys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tign-tiny-homes.md)