Harrison Marshall (28) moved into a dumpster out of necessity: “I’m overwhelmed by the high rents in London”

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It’s not just in Swiss cities where housing is becoming unaffordable. Even in London residents can no longer afford to build their own four walls. That’s why artist Harrison Marshall (28) decided to move all his belongings to the bin at the beginning of the year.

Media around the world, including the New York Times, are now reporting on what he did with his 8-square-foot garbage can. “I moved back to London last year and was immediately overwhelmed by the high rents,” the artist says in a statement. “I knew there had to be another option. And before I could really think about it, I was heading for the dumpster.”

4,440 francs and electrical connection

For the equivalent of 4,440 francs, Marshall built a small house made of wood, which even offered space for visitors. A staircase leads to the entrance above the bin.

Marshall uses the bottom of the litter box as his living space. There is a bed above it. The artist even managed to fit a small kitchen into the barrel. There is a toilet stall available for rent outside. Marshall plans to shower throughout the year he lives in his tiny house, gym or workplace.

The trash can has an electrical connection. The water connection comes from the neighboring property. Marshall’s fixed expenses are still around 55 francs per month.

The real estate crisis blossoms

The tiny house is currently located in the Bermondsey area of ​​London, not far from Tower Bridge. However, if the artist has his way, he will appear in various parts of London in the future.

With the dumpster house, Marshall isn’t just looking to save on housing costs. This is also a way of drawing attention to the housing crisis in the UK. And show alternative solutions.

Source :Blick