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madamesilverspurs
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August 29, 2015
Inspired by elements of nature such as snake skin and traditional cultural aspects such as weaving, nomadic life and tent dwellings, this weather proof, strong but lightweight and mobile fabric tent gives refugees shelter but also a chance to "weave their lives back together".
The flexible dual layer tent structure has the ability to close out the cold of winter and wet weather. It also opens up to allow cool air in and hot air out in summer. Rainwater is collected in the top of the tent and filters down the sides so the tent does not become flooded. The tent also has the ability to become a showering facility with water being stored in pockets on the side and drawn upwards via a thermosiphoning system providing basic sanitation. ...
http://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/weaving-home-how-one-woman-can-help-millions-people-globally/
Weaving a home...how one woman can help millions of people globally
Inspired by elements of nature such as snake skin and traditional cultural aspects such as weaving, nomadic life and tent dwellings, this weather proof, strong but lightweight and mobile fabric tent gives refugees shelter but also a chance to "weave their lives back together".
The flexible dual layer tent structure has the ability to close out the cold of winter and wet weather. It also opens up to allow cool air in and hot air out in summer. Rainwater is collected in the top of the tent and filters down the sides so the tent does not become flooded. The tent also has the ability to become a showering facility with water being stored in pockets on the side and drawn upwards via a thermosiphoning system providing basic sanitation. ...
http://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/weaving-home-how-one-woman-can-help-millions-people-globally/
August 27, 2015
Counterpoint
Amid the relentless media splatterings of Trumpage and clowncarism, we get coverage of Obama's speech in New Orleans.
Breathe deeply, enjoy the moment while it lasts.
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