Ministry of Happiness
Ministry of Happiness
GDP and continuous growth as a measure of development is a capitalist construct which is no longer compatible with the challenges of climate change and social inequality we face. Progressive societies are starting to value measures of happiness and well-being as the alternative measure of success. This projects imagines a new Ministry of Happiness and Wellbeing for London, in one of the most prominent of locations, the Serpentine Lake, which signifies the importance of which a progressive new future society might hold such values.
GDP and continuous growth as a measure of development is a capitalist construct which is no longer compatible with the challenges of climate change and social inequality we face. Progressive societies are starting to value measures of happiness and well-being as the alternative measure of success. This projects imagines a new Ministry of Happiness and Wellbeing for London, in one of the most prominent of locations, the Serpentine Lake, which signifies the importance of which a progressive new future society might hold such values.
The project is the relocation of the UN Security council, which is currently based in the United States. However due to the significance of the organisation, proposals and offers to relocate the building headquarters are currently being discussed. This project seeks opportunities to propose a relocation scheme in Silvertown, in East London.
The project is located on Connaught bridge in Silvertown, the halfway point of the Royal Victoria Docks. This becomes the focal point of the site. With its proximity to City Airport, the building is strategically positioned at the major intersections of transport within the area.
The film describes the tectonic of the project, focussing on the skin of the building as a digital display. This is used to communicate activities to the outside world, without compromising security.
