The Existential Bauhaus Part 1 Project 2020 Caspian Watt University of Bath | UK In 1928, Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) believed that a growing feeling of insignificance and hopelessness among the general population was symptomatic of an underlying, spiritual problem; as man is no longer able to believe in God, he is forced to face the existential problems of human life without the crutch of religious dogma. The existential dread which arises from a loss of meaningful self-identity can be psychologically crippling, leaving people without purpose. In a secular world, the nature of meaning must be more greatly understood.The purpose of the building is to provide a sanctuary for the study of philosophy, with regards to the nature of existence. This is split into two elements: the areas for private and academic study, and a forum for public discussion and debate. For many people, contemporary religion has been unable to provide meaningful answers to existential questions, so I propose an academic pursuit of truth may be necessary to re-establish a meaningful order for human life. As such, the building will become part of Bristol University, acting as a centre for philosophical research. Caspian Watt Tutor(s) Mark Watkins