# Collapsing Natural Disaster Entrances The 'Quick-Shelter Door' Can Fold Into a Durable Tent By Senduran Bhakthakumaran | Published 2012-03-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-shelter-door References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/03/13/the-quick-shelter-door/) & [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/quick-shelter-door/) Homes are meant to be [shelters from the hazards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t4-overland-exp-hub) of the outdoors; however, they can only withstand a certain level of hazard, but the 'Quick-Shelter Door' provides owners a chance at saving themselves during [natural disasters such as earthquakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lift-house). It can fold vertically in half when one cannot find themselves into another shelter. The door has a red latch in the middle that need only be pulled for the top half of the door to fold over into a [strong tent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grayhus) under which one can crawl for cover. The 'Quick-Shelter' door may not look like the most fashionable addition to a home, but it definitely is among the most convenient. Plus, safety should always be first. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Emergency Shelter Solutions:** The market for collapsible and portable emergency shelters is growing and there are opportunities for innovative solutions such as the 'Quick-Shelter Door'. - **Disaster Preparedness Tools:** As natural disasters increase in frequency, there is a need for new tools and innovations that help individuals better prepare for emergencies. - **Sustainability-minded Architectural Solutions:** The 'Quick-Shelter Door' exemplifies how design can balance functionality and sustainability - this trend will continue to gain traction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction & Architecture:** The 'Quick-Shelter Door' presents opportunities to rethink how homes are built to better withstand and respond to natural disasters. - **Emergency Management & Relief:** Organizations specializing in emergency management and relief can benefit from the use of collapsible and portable emergency shelters such as the 'Quick-Shelter Door' in their operations. - **Outdoor Recreation & Camping:** The design principles of collapsible and portable emergency shelters such as the 'Quick-Shelter Door' can be applied to outdoor gear and structures that prioritize functionality and durability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Origami-Inspired Disaster Relief Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prefab-folding-pods.md) - [Climate-Responsive Prefab Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-pod.md) - [Pop-Up Emergency Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-nova-bothy-bag.md) - [Weather-Withstanding Door Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherwithstanding-door-system.md) - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Protective Earthquake Response Shields](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/testudo-shield-and-helmet.md) - [Convertible Shelter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-wear.md) - [Disaster-Ready Housing Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-homes.md) - [Underground Autonomous Shelter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plan-b-1.md)