This project comes from the participation of a competition: WHAT DESIGN CAN DO for refugees in urban area, organized by UNHCR and IKEA foundation.

 

Our goal was to create a collaborative place for the local and refugees to meet each other through interaction with plants.

 

From field research and interviews we gather insights, and a better understanding of the situation in France.

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During the day, the refugees will have occupation allowing them to improve their skills, their psychological condition, to interact with others and to give a better image to local people. The sleeping shelters turn into vegetal walls with benches and tables during the day to organize activities and facilitate contact with host community.

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Sharing plant and vegetables within the host community space can boost the neighborhood and bring the feeling of better security.

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