The mission of gimmeshelter is to provide for the physical need for shelter and the social need for community for persons who have been displaced by natural and man-made

disasters.

http://www.gimmeshelter.gs

A Design for a

Disaster Relief VillageFor the People of HaitiUsing Sprung Instant Structures

© Glen A. Stancik

According to the Haitian government, since the earthquake of January 12, 2010, “there are still some 1.2 million people in 460 spontaneously organised camps. Of these, 250,000 people live in 21 of these camps presenting major risks for the well-being and safety of their inhabitants.” 1

With the hurricane season upon us, it is important to establish shelter for these people that is quickly accessible, affordable, and resistant to the natural elements that threaten them. In addition to the obvious physical challenges, there are also social needs to be addressed. Structures that give the displaced people of Haiti personal dignity and planning that makes communities possible and manageable are also matters of high priority.

The proposed design that follows is an attempt to address those needs.

1 Section 4.3.1 of the Action plan for national recovery and development of Haiti - Key Initiatives for the Future (March 2010)

Beams

Dormitory lower panels

Dormitory upper panels

Dormitory for 94 People

Dormitory for 94 People

Toilet / Shower / Laundry Pod Plan

Toilet / Shower / Laundry Pod

Toilet / Shower / Laundry Pod

Complete Village

Admin/Law Enforcement

Dormitory

Wash Pod

Courtyard

Courtyard

Courtyard

Courtyard

Integrated Dormitory / Washroom Plan for 88 People

Integrated Dormitory / Washroom for 88 PeopleLower Level

Integrated Dormitory / Washroom for 88 People Upper Level

Integrated Dormitory / Washroom for 88 People

Moveable Ventilation Panels

Time Frame to BuildPer 2 Dormitories / 1 Wash Pod

30’X110’ Sprung Building Erection Time Six Days

40’X40’ Sprung BuildingErection Time Five Days

Installation of Interior Panels & Doors 1150 man hours(12 men X 8 days)

Costs to BuildPer 2 Dormitories / 1 Wash Pod

30’X110’ Sprung Building $ 65,424Freight (to Port Miami) $ 6,300Technician $ 3,000Labor to erect $ 432*

TOTAL $ 75,156 X2 $ 150,312

40’X40’ Sprung Building $ 36,524Freight (to Port Miami) $ 6,300Technician $ 2,500Labor to erect $ 150*

TOTAL $ 45,474

Interior Panels & DoorsMaterials $ 12,778Labor $ 7,060

GRAND TOTAL $ 215,624** ($1,150/person)

*Based on wage of 75¢/hour paid by the United Nations Development Program.** Costs not included are shipping from Miami to Port-au-Prince and land and site development.

AdvantagesOf Sprung Instant Structures

Easy shippingSpeedy assembly and erectionUse of local workersHurricane and seismic resistanceLarge clear span designLimited or no foundations requiredModular design: relocatable and expandableOptional insulation packagesEasily air conditioned or heated30 year aluminum structure warranty20 year membrane warranty

Diverse future applications • Health Care facilities • Schools • Civic and governmental facilities

Other ApplicationsFor Disaster Relief

Dining Facilities

Dining Facilities

Dining Facilities

Homeless Shelters

Medical Facilities