[Video] Dutch designer creates mobile homeless shelters

By Mina Solanki

Sometimes, tragic events can be transformed into something good. That is exactly what Dutch designer Bas Timmer did when a homeless man, who turned out to be the father of two of his friends, died of hypothermia in Enschede. Take a look at his story and the creation of the Sheltersuit. 

 

 

To find out more, visit the Sheltersuit website

Thumb: Sheltersuit

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Mina Solanki
Completed her Master's degree at the University of Groningen and worked as a translator before joining IamExpat. She loves to read and has a particular interest in Greek mythology. In addition to this, she is an avid rower.Read more

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