[Video] Dutch designer creates mobile homeless shelters

Sheltersuit photo Melvin Winkeler
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


Mina Solanki
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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