billionBricks

billionBricks is rated 3 out of 5 in the category civic & social organization. Read and write reviews about billionBricks. billionBricks is a one-of-a-kind non-profit innovation studio that uses design and technology as primary tools to solve one of the most pressing global problems: homelessness. Headquartered in Singapore, we design and provide shelter and infrastructure solutions for the homeless and vulnerable that are scalable, sustainable creating opportunities for communities to emerge out of poverty. Our approach empowers communities to replicate our solutions on their own, reduce dependencies on support, creating ownership and pride, and unlocking untapped potential for change. weatherHYDE is an insulated, reversible, lightweight and women-friendly emergency shelter designed to save lives of the homeless in extreme weather. Ashton Kutcher called it, ‘innovation at its finest’ when its social media campaign went viral with over 40 million views. powerHYDE is world’s first solar home for the homeless which produces enough energy to pay for itself. Since our founding in 2013, we have rehabilitated more than 5,060 homeless and disaster stricken people in Asia. Our solutions have reached homeless communities in India, Malaysia, Cambodia, Nepal, the United States and Indonesia.