The Microshelter

Rapid-deploy modular microshelters

Rectangular foldable modular structures with light wall panels, dark structural framing, flat roofs, doors, egress windows, vinyl flooring, and climate-control capability. Designed for rapid deployment — unfolded with a forklift.

A bridge, not a final home. Privacy, safety, and stability while residents work toward permanent housing.

Single rectangular foldable modular microshelter unit with light panels and dark framing
Interactive Unit Explorer

Explore the unit styles

Select a unit to see its dimensions, footprint, and features. All units share the same foldable modular platform.

Basic Full-Size Microshelter — rectangular foldable modular microshelter
Conceptual unit
Basic Full-Size Microshelter

Full private open space — 19.5’ × 8.5’ × 8’

Dimensions
Approx. 19.5' × 8.5' × 8'
Footprint
≈ 165.75 sq ft
Doors
One entrance door — doors can face any direction
Windows
Two egress windows

Features

  • One entrance door — doors can face any direction
  • Two egress windows
  • Sheet vinyl flooring
  • Heavy-duty rectangular steel frame
  • Rapid forklift unfolding & deployment
  • Mineral wool (rock wool) insulation for fire, acoustic, and thermal performance
Climate-control capability available on equipped and complete models.

Final capacity and development feasibility require professional architecture, engineering, zoning, fire-code, building-code, and accessibility review.

Platform Details

Standard & Upgraded models

The unit platform includes Standard and Upgraded versions. Both models utilize high-density mineral wool (rock wool) insulation for superior fire resistance, thermal efficiency, acoustic isolation, and moisture control.

Standard Model

Certified Regional

Built with certified local wiring and cabling systems, ensuring compliance with regional standards and ease of routine municipal maintenance.

  • Foldable modular structure (under 10 minutes setup)
  • Heavy-duty rectangular steel frame with light exterior panels
  • Certified wiring and cabling systems
  • Mineral wool (rock wool) fire-resistant insulation
  • Flat roof profile with integrated weather sealing
  • Entrance door (doors can face any direction) & 2 egress windows
  • Durable sheet vinyl flooring
  • Rapid deployment via standard forklift or telehandler

Upgraded Model

US-UL Certified & Reinforced

Engineered for harsher climate conditions, high snow-load regions, and extended occupancy with UL-certified systems.

  • US-UL certified wiring, cables, electrical breakers, and GFCI outlets
  • Reinforced steel roofing engineered for high snow-load and wind resistance
  • Thicker structural flooring with reinforced load capacity
  • High-performance mineral wool (rock wool) insulation (fire, thermal, acoustic, moisture)
  • CO2 and smoke detector alarms with undermount ambient lighting
  • Optional wall-mount AC with heating units
  • Personalized interior & exterior color configurations
  • All Standard rapid-deploy features included
< 10 min
Assembly Time

Engineered for rapid field erection with minimal crew and simple equipment.

Standard Forklift
Equipment Required

A single forklift is sufficient to lift, position, and unfold the structure.

10 Units / 40' HC
Logistics Efficiency

Each 40-foot high-cube container accommodates 10 folded modular units.

Rock Wool
Mineral Insulation

Superior fire resistance, thermal efficiency, soundproofing, and moisture control.

Final capacity and development feasibility require professional architecture, engineering, zoning, fire-code, building-code, and accessibility review.

Rapid Deployment in Action

From flat-pack to functional community shelter

Actual deployed units in operational micro-community villages, site staging, and assembly. Built from heavy-duty structural steel frames with insulated panels, these foldable units unpack rapidly with a standard forklift and require minimal on-site assembly.

Operational outdoor micro community with rows of modular microshelters on asphalt pad
Deployed Village Staging

Multi-Unit Municipal Site Layout

Multiple microshelter units arranged with organized access lanes, climate-control mounts, and secure perimeter spacing.

Close-up of deployed microshelters with exterior wall-mount AC and heat units installed
Climate Control & Wiring

Weatherized Climate Integration

Wall-mounted AC with heat units, sealed egress windows, and locked exterior doors giving residents personal dignity and safety.

Two deployed microshelter units on graded site foundation with climate control
Site Foundation & Pad

Paired Resident Modules

Units installed on stabilized ground foundation with individual entries, dual windows, and independent power drops.

Active micro community site setup with utilities and rapid site deployment
Utility Hookup

Rapid Electrical & Drainage Hookup

Rapid utility trenching and quick-connect electrical drops for swift commissioning in municipal emergency deployments.

Field assembly crew raising foldable modular microshelter walls on site
Rapid Field Erection

Foldable Structural Assembly

Modular walls unfold and pin securely into place in less than 10 minutes without heavy wet construction.

Forklift and crew offloading folded modular microshelter units directly from shipping container
Logistics & Deployment

Direct Container Unloading

10 units per 40' high-cube shipping container, offloaded and unfolded with a standard forklift.

Final capacity and development feasibility require professional architecture, engineering, zoning, fire-code, building-code, and accessibility review.

Integrated Systems & Customization

Engineered kitchens, bathrooms, and sleeping systems

Every sub-system is pre-engineered for rapid hookup, ADA height compliance, and heavy-duty community durability without permanent wet construction.

Beds & Convertibles

Custom ADA Bunkbed Systems

16” height from floor for ADA compliance. Heavy-duty powder-coated steel & aluminum frame.

  • Converts from bed to table & 2 benches
  • Waterproof marine-grade table & bench surface
  • Single or Double Bunkbed configurations
  • Foldable standalone single & 2-person double beds
Modular Kitchens

36” & 5-Foot Kitchen Modules

Complete pre-wired kitchenette setups with compact appliances and GFCI protection.

  • 36” Kitchen: Compact fridge, induction cooktop, sink & faucet
  • 5-Foot Custom: Refrigerator, induction stove, prep counter
  • Built-in spice rack with paper towel holder & shelving
  • Dedicated GFCI outlet, UL wiring & integrated cutting board
Sanitary Modules

Standard & All-Stainless Bathrooms

Engineered for rapid plumbing ties and high-durability sanitation cycles.

  • Standard unit: Sink, low-flow toilet, and full walk-in shower
  • All-Stainless Steel configuration for commercial durability
  • Dedicated on-demand hot water heater integration
  • Anti-slip flooring and moisture-resistant wall panels
Interactive Floorplan Explorer

Walk through the layouts

Switch between the double-wide homes and the 36-inch and 5-foot kitchen modules. Toggle a top-down plan and a 3D exterior view, then select any room to read its features.

36" KitchenBathroomHot WaterOpen Living19.5'17'

Two modular units joined seamlessly into one spacious open home with a private bathroom and a 36" custom kitchen. 19.5' × 17' × 8'

Selected

Select any highlighted zone in the plan view to see its features and fittings.

Legend
  • Private rooms & bathroom
  • Kitchen & wet fixtures
  • Climate & utilities
  • Living / circulation
Entrance door Egress window

Final capacity and development feasibility require professional architecture, engineering, zoning, fire-code, building-code, and accessibility review.