How often does one come across relief camps post-disasters and wish something better was done for the hapless victims? Disasters may be man-made or nature’s fury, but managing post-disaster situations, particularly shelters, is in human hands, and can be improved a great deal with some innovation besides spot thinking.

The demand for temporary shelters is on the rise, but the shelters available, are dismally low in number. Not much thought is given to post disaster situations either, when it comes to designing goods or structures for them.

Kahuta, a transitional housing equipment or tent-like shelter designed for post-disaster situation, was made in 2007 and can prove efficient in housing. It can be used with other shelters, and a stand alone structure as well.

Designed by Alexandre Moget, it is an inflatable structure that is easy to use, and quick to set up.

The design is inspired a great deal by the dwellings of nomadic tribes.

Its structure is covered with a web of double-thick felt that can create an outdoor space for storage and assembly. Kahuta is easily movable, can be transported along with other goods during disaster situations.

Via: Alexandre Moget, Lecole de Design