This text discusses the history of San Francisco’s quake shacks, which were built after the devastating 1906 earthquake and fire. These shacks were temporary housing for the displaced residents of the city and were part of the first concerted efforts at disaster relief in the country. The shacks were small, single-story structures located in refugee camps across the city. Although they were not initially livable by modern standards, residents made improvements to make them more comfortable. Some of these shacks still exist today and are considered historic remnants of the earthquake. Efforts are being made to preserve these shacks and their connection to the city’s history.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco’s earthquake shacks | Preservation and recognition of historic buildings | More earthquake shacks preserved and recognized | Desire to connect with and preserve history |
| Earthquake shacks as starter homes | Longer-term housing solutions | Possibility of earthquake shacks as permanent housing options | Affordability and limited space in urban areas |
| Renovation and restoration of earthquake shacks | Preservation and improvement of historic structures | Increased awareness and efforts to restore earthquake shacks | Desire to preserve cultural heritage and history |
| Discovery of new earthquake shacks | Continued existence of earthquake shacks | More earthquake shacks identified and preserved | Ongoing interest in uncovering and preserving history |