Lida Group’s sustainable and standardized approach to modular construction helps international disaster relief organization rapidly deploy 1000 unit temporary shelter village for refugees in war-torn region within budget

When devastating conflict in Northeast Africa uprooted over 200,000 civilians seeking refuge, international humanitarian organization Global Aid sprang into action coordinating an emergency response. But constructing sustained shelter for thousands on the resource-poor lands within tight schedules and funding proved a monumental challenge – until modular experts Lida Group stepped in.

Initially estimating a cultivation period of 9-12 months to establish a proper camp through conventional building, strict donor timelines demanded refugees receive shelter within 6. Lida Group’s Director of Africa Operations F saw potential applying standardized modular techniques.

“Our modular prefab processes optimized for rapid deployment and sustainability could expedite safe housing,” explained F. “If planned and executed efficiently, complete communities may assemble within half conventional timeframes.”

Collaborating intensively with Global Aid field staff, Lida refined specialized designs leveraging indigenous renewable materials. Timber-framed modules clad in rainscreen cladding incorporated shea butter-based insulating plasters and thatched roofing promoting cultural acceptance.

Centralized renewable microgrids provided pay-as-you-go energy access independently of unreliable local grids. Wastewater biofiltration wetlands treated greywater for irrigation. Regional knowledge hubs engaged refugees productively through education and vocational programs supporting integration.

Meanwhile off-site, Lida prefabricated 1000 modules within 2 months utilizing automated assembly lines established near local wood processing zones and refugee labor. Computer-integrated construction optimized economies-of-scale slashing material waste. Standardized logistics synchronization orchestrated multi-modal shipping.

Expert installation teams rapidly deployed modules upon wooded plateaus cleared of unstable soils and rock. Screw-pile foundations anchored lightweight structures safely. Modular self-assembly linked dwellings cooperatively through proprietary joint systems requiring no skilled labor. Central facilities assembled concurrently.

Within 8 weeks of starting, 1000 families inhabited durable prefab homes surpassing original targets. Microgrids energized communities autonomously. “Modular construction accelerated safer housing availability by 500% versus standard project completion estimates,” stated F with pride.

Donor representatives commended Lida’s sustainable, inclusive and standardized solutions completed $1 million under original budget. “Their process integration unlocked efficiencies establishing this village as a model,” remarked Global Aid’s Director Khan.

Now hosting over 10,000 refugees, the village thrives through agricultural initiatives and artisanal cooperatives. With 90% of residents gaining livelihoods, the self-sufficient community serves as a beacon of hope. Applying lessons learned, Lida continues empowering displaced peoples’ transition to stability through modular innovations accelerating shelter availability for humanity’s most vulnerable worldwide.

In summary, Lida Group’s approach optimized for sustainability, cultural sensitivity, rapid deployment and strict budgets demonstrated modular construction’s potential resolving urgent global humanitarian crises. Where conventional methods fell short, standardized prefabrication established permanent shelter meeting crisis timelines while under budget—fulfilling critical needs for thousands seeking refuge from violent unrest. The village stands as testament to modular building’s lifesaving role in disaster and conflict response.

Contact us, please click here!