Gouge Mart
Gouge mart is an immersive and thought-provoking installation that explores the profound impacts
of the cost-of-living crisis on individuals in the community. Through its walk-in experience, the
design aims to simulate introspection and dialogue about the economic challenges faced by students
on campus. Located in the tabled courtyard at Griffith QCA, the installation will create a surreal
livelihood attracting students passing on their way to S02
Sustainability is the way of the future
With new structures rising in the Southbank area, significant waste is being created from left over
materials. We have chosen to repurpose the materials by implementing them into the design,
reducing the embodied energy. The physical form pays homage to the frozen food section at the
supermarket. Structured to look like a human sized freezer, the outer wall has repeating clear panels
made from old wrapping plastic and timber. When students enter, they are presented with wall of
recycled magazines and newspapers articles about the crisis. Creating a contrast; timber shelfing
is attached, that will contain fake food with extreme prices made from recycled plastic and paper.
In collaboration with the SRC, we will have clear instructions on how to get to the SRC, where free
pantry boxes will be given out.
Gouge mart is designed to educate and engage students, whilst inspiring a sense of empathy and
activism. It acts as a catalyst for continuing discussions about inequality, economic justice, and the
pressing need for systemic change
