Author: Anna Kamińska @ankatecture
Title: The Institute of Revolutionary Health
Description: “This project reimagines the Wormwood Scrubs Prison site as the Institute of Revolutionary Health: a vision of ‘Public Luxury’ where access to health and expressive architecture is a right, not a privilege.
Developed around a structural logic of repetition, the proposal features a series of glulam screens forming the basis for three greenhouses and core towers, all connected to four masonry blocks. The design supports a wider programme focused on reuse and sustainability.
The Radical Hedonism group (Anna Kamińska, Imene Aida Merzougui @iam__arch_ , Jay Patel @jayp.arch ) celebrates the idea that architecture can host collective rituals - festivals, meals, gatherings. The proposal explores how built space can nurture community. What was once a space of isolation is reimagined as a civic playground, full of flavour, rhythm, and joy.”
Studio: DS15 Studio @ds15studio
Professors: Sean Griffiths @sean_griffiths1 and Matteo Sarno @matteo.lnd
School: University of Westminster @uniwestminster@openstudio_wm
Two weeks ago DS15 25/26 went on a study trip to Turin, Italy, where we explored Ivrea, The Lingotto Factory, The Nervi and many other Architectural sites the City had to offer!
Author: Natalie Khanso Gardner @nataliekhanso
Title : Wormwood Scrubs Stadium
Description: “Football once belonged to the people — now it’s owned by profit, not passion.
Wormwood Scrubs Stadium envisions a future where football is reclaimed by communities. Set in a post-capitalist society, the proposal transforms the site of HMP Wormwood Scrubs in North West London into a fan-owned football stadium.
The scheme centres on adaptive reuse and sustainable construction. The existing Victorian masonry prison is retained and repurposed as much as possible, while a new glulam timber structure forms the spectator stands and roof. Historic ornamental features are carefully preserved.
The project explores how football stadiums can serve not just as sports venues, but as British cultural landmarks, and places that foster belonging, memory and community.”
Studio: DS15 Studio @ds15studio
Professors: Sean Griffiths @sean_griffiths1 and Matteo Sarno @matteo.lnd
School: University of Westminster @uniwestminster@openstudio_wm
Work by Grace Mclelland / Year 1 / @gracemclelland.architecture
“The Arts Collective: Where
Artists Leave their mark on
every surface. As activists,
artists and community reclaim
the space, the de-growth of a
slower-paced society affords
more free time, unlocking
creative exploration and
expression. Moving the
capitalist notion of leisure
centred on consumerism. A
vibrant retreat for the local
community and beyond dedicated to fostering arts, music and literature. ”
Part of the “Art Revolution” Group.
Group manifesto: ”The Art Revolution has taken over Wormwood Scrubs to create an Eco-socialist nucleus
where art and post capitalism sit side by side, after local government fundings rapidly
decreasing for culture and leisure facilities. Art is now at the intersection of labour and
free time, allowing mutual care, creativity and learning and community work as the key
objectives. Comprised of an Arts Centre, debating space and Circus performance ”
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Work by Radhika Chintaluri / Year 1
‘Built from brick and arches, this
space is a matriarchal
revolution in form. A central
garden invites women to gather,
rest, and connect, while inside,
workshops buzz with making,
learning, and creativity. This is
more than a building—it’s a
space for women to grow,
together.’
Part of the “Matriarchs RISE!” group (Jueda Coku, Szofia Bohoszlovec, Radhika Chintaluri)
Group Manifesto: ‘As we dismantle capitalism in pursuit of a just, eco-socialist future, we are also uprooting the patriarchy to build a new matriarchal society. This is a city build for women, by women. This city celebrates feminine agency and collective strength. Women thrive here, enjoying vibrant spaces like the theatre, cinema, public baths, spas, galleries, workshops, libraries, gardens, and hospitals. Meanwhile, men
contribute by caring for children and the elderly, nurturing the foundations of this reimagined society.’
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Work by Szofia Bohoszlovec / Year 2 / @bohoszlovec
‘Join excluded women society in
luxury retrofitted men prison
into spa and deep your feet into
one of lost river of London –
Stamford Brook. Explore new
era of architectural movement
centred on collaboration,
health and ecology prioritising
creativity and needs over profit.
Matriarchy rise!‘
Part of the “Matriarchs RISE!” group (Jueda Coku, Szofia Bohoszlovec, Radhika Chintaluri)
Group Manifesto: ‘As we dismantle capitalism in pursuit of a just, eco-socialist future, we are also uprooting the patriarchy to build a new matriarchal society. This is a city build for women, by women. This city celebrates feminine agency and collective strength. Women thrive here, enjoying vibrant spaces like the theatre, cinema, public baths, spas, galleries, workshops, libraries, gardens, and hospitals. Meanwhile, men
contribute by caring for children and the elderly, nurturing the foundations of this reimagined society.’
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Work by Jueda Coku / Year 1 / @jueda_architecture
‘Medical misogyny persists
more than ever in our society
today. However, the Matrispital
offers women a space where
their symptoms and concerns
aren’t dismissed as simply part
of being a woman. It also
provides a place for them to
come together, support one
another, and heal collectively’
Part of the “Matriarchs RISE!” group.
Group Manifesto: ‘As we dismantle capitalism in pursuit of a just, eco-socialist future, we are also uprooting the patriarchy to build a new matriarchal society. This is a city build for women, by women. This city celebrates feminine agency and collective strength. Women thrive here, enjoying vibrant spaces like the theatre, cinema, public baths, spas, galleries, workshops, libraries, gardens, and hospitals. Meanwhile, men
contribute by caring for children and the elderly, nurturing the foundations of this reimagined society.’
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