Mobile homes and their potentials as temporary shelter after disasters

The current conditions are constantly changing and evolving, leading to the emergence of new solutions for the fundamental human need for shelter. One of these solutions is the tiny house movement, which originated in America and Australia and has spread worldwide. The tiny house movement is predominantly favored by individuals who embrace a sustainable, accessible, and comfortable lifestyle. Mobile homes are typically portable and modular housing units, commonly used for various purposes. These purposes include vacation homes, guest houses, accommodations for travelers, post-disaster shelters, and even permanent residences. Mobile homes are usually placed on a trailer or chassis to enhance their portability and are often designed in compact sizes. Natural disasters occurring in every country cause various physiological and psychological damages to societies, governments, and the individuals experiencing the disasters. Among the series of needs arising after a disaster, housing is of primary concern. Governments and organizations swiftly seek solutions to address post-disaster housing needs. This thesis focuses on evaluating the applications of tiny houses and the potential for temporary shelter to intervene rapidly and effectively in disaster situations. By examining solutions for urgent post-disaster housing needs, it analyzes sustainable, practical, and cost-effective designs for tiny houses. Firstly, a compilation is made regarding the advantages and disadvantages of tiny house applications, exploring their portability, energy efficiency, and environmental impacts. Subsequently, temporary shelter solutions designed to meet urgent post-disaster housing needs are discussed. Within this context, the advantages and limitations of portable housing units, container homes, and similar applications are evaluated. The thesis aims to investigate how various designs of tiny houses can be utilized in disaster situations and explores their potential for temporary shelter. It also seeks to develop new approaches in this field. Additionally, it provides a framework for determining the suitability of these designs for the needs of communities and their effectiveness in facilitating rapid post-disaster interventions. In conclusion, this thesis aims to systematically examine tiny house applications and the potential for temporary shelter to provide a rapid and effective housing solution in disaster situations. The study intends to contribute to further research in disaster management and sustainable housing.