Studies of the Informal: Directory

Overview, Travel Plans, Examples

What is informal architecture? Why should we pay attention? Why is it important to me and what are my travel plans? Read more…

Shelters vs Homeless Camps: Bridging the Gap

Do you have a bias against the homeless? What are the causes and risk factors of homelessness in the US? Read more…

 

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Affordable Housing vs Slums of Mumbai

Why do Mumbai residents prefer slums to formal affordable housing? What can we learn from Dharavi, Dhobi Ghat, and other slums of Mumbai? This travel study will explore the fundamental issues with affordable housing and how to overcome them.