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The trick is to treat homeless people like any other tenant



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By the end of 2014, homelessness in the U.S. hit several records — but that's no cue to celebrate. The number of homeless children is at an all-time high, as is the overall homeless population in New York, the nation's most populous city. Across the globe, an estimated 100 million people are homeless.


It's a complex issue that attracts a lot of well-intentioned yet overly simplistic solutions. Sustainable housing efforts for the homeless are becoming more common, and often show signs of success. Incorporating architectural design is essential — it may be exactly what the fight against homelessness needs. Read more...


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