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RHU 1.2
Better Shelter
From a prototype showcased to the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in 2012 to now over 60,000 units deployed to more than 66 countries, the Refugee Housing Unit (RHU) is an innovative shelter solution resulting from a collaborative research & development project between Better Shelter and UNHCR, supported by IKEA Foundation.
Ready (In Stock)
$1,250
4 residents / 1 bedroom
$312 / resident
Medium Term (1-10 years)
| 1 days offsite | 1 days onsite |
The Refugee Housing Unit (RHU) is an innovative shelter solution resulting from a collaborative research & development project undertaken by Better Shelter and UNHCR, with the support of the IKEA Foundation. This partnership was formed with the aim of developing an improved shelter solution that provides greater dignity and supports the protection of refugees and other people of concern.
- Quoted Total Cost: $1,250 (+ shipping)
- Quote’s Total Interior Square Footage: 185 sqft
- Quote Sleeps # People/Beds: 4 beds
- Quote Includes # Units: 1 unit
- In Stock / Ready to Ship Today: Yes
| Used for shelter before? | Yes |
| Used for shelter in the U.S.? | No |
| If so, list examples | Sudan, 2015, 400 units deployed |
| Prior use comments | Sudan, 2015, 400 units deployed |
| Building experience comments | Experienced |
| Intended use cases | Families, workers, emergency medical facilities |
| R-value (insulation) | 0-10 |
| Risk Category | N/A – Temporary Use |
| Roof Load (PSF) | 9 |
| Indoor Clearance Height (ft) | 8 |
| Waterproof? | Yes |
| Professional Engineer Stamp? | n/a |
| Conforms to ICC’s Temporary Structure and Uses Code | n/a |
| Other Structural/Safety Comments | Allows users to evacuate in a minimum time of two minutes in case of fire Withstands 18 m/s or 65 km/h |
| Sustainability/Green Building Certifications? | SOLAR ENERGY: The RHU provides 6 hours of electricity supply for lighting, while providing plugs for the charging of electronic devices |
| Materials Used/Made of: | Recycled plastic |
| Mobile? | Semi-Mobile (detachable, minor disassembly) |
| Disassembly/Assembly Comments: | Easy, 4 man team |
| Ideal Mounting Surfaces | Soil (Dirt/Grass), Asphalt / Parking Lot, Other |
| Anchoring Process | Bolt in |
| Item | Cost ($) | Notes |
| Materials | $1,250 | |
| Labor | simple assembly with volunteers | |
| Delivery | $ | not included |
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| Budget Total | $1,250 | |
| Total Per Bed | $313 | |
| Total Per Unit | $1,250 | |
| Add-on Items | ||
| Check all items that are not included in your quote (i.e. would need to be quoted by outside party) | Toilet / Washrooms, Delivery Charge | |
| List outside vendors needed to execute (including any architects and engineers) | Delivery, bathrooms | |
| Possible Delivery Method(s) | Airdrop, Flat pack module | |
| % of Housing Built On-site | >75% | |
| Installation Special Tooling / Skill Level | Low skill volunteer crew | |
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