Man Builds Tiny House for Homeless Woman Sleeping in the Dirt (Video & Pictures)

Elvis Summers as deeply moved by Irene “Smokie” McGee’s determination to assist when he saw her sleeping on a dirt patch in front of his Los Angeles home. Summers used his carpentry skills to build a small residence for McGee after becoming increasingly aware of the growing trend of tiny house construction. Realizing that he lacked the most basic protection, such as a tarp or a box, Summers sprang into action.



Dave Summers didn't know Maggie McGee was homeless when he first met her. After dealing with Maggie for three weeks, Dave came to the conclusion that she lacked even a cardboard box in which to hide from the elements. Dave went to work and went to a nearby hardware store and bought $500 worth of supplies. He was determined to assist this helpless woman.