Rebuild Bombed Buildings
What would make this world into a Utopia? Buildings bombed in Palestine is remade in a 1:1 scale in Palestine Why? I chose this idea because I often think about what maintains the status quo and how can creation (or in this case re-creation) take the place of destruction, similar to ‘swords into plowshares’. It […]
Spirituality Diffuser
What would make this world into a Utopia? Spirituality Diffuser Why? This device would allow people to load it with beautiful things and journal entries of beautiful memories and it would convert those things into their fundamental essences and be released as essence. The world needs to be reminder of its own true essence which […]
Domed Parks
What would make this world into a Utopia? Parks in climate controlled domes Why? Hot outside. Bryson B. Utopia Machine: Domed Parks, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 95 of 100 panels. Acrylic on Alubond panel, 16 x 12 in.
Grate Pyramid of Cheeza
What would make this world into a Utopia? Grate pyramid of Cheeza Why? People come together from all over the world, bringing their locally hand-crafted cheeses.They climb a giant pyramid-shaped cheese grater in harmony, talking about their journeys and sharing stories about their own culture and history.The grated cheese falls below to a unique collective […]
Flying Jukebox
What would make this world into a Utopia? Flying jukebox Why? My Utopia Machine is the Flying Jukebox. This jukebox contains music of all genres and eras. The jukebox flies worldwide. It has a powerful speaker that provides music to be heard over a five block radius. When you hear the music overhead, everything stops! […]
Children Taught to Hate Violence
What would make this world into a Utopia? All children grow up believing violence is useless, wrong, and impossible. Why? Violence holds humanity back from fulfilling our potential, caring for each other, caring for the earth, working together across differences to learn and grow, even out to the stars. It is the project of generations […]
Global Dumpling Sampler
What would make this world into a Utopia? Global dumpling sampler Why? Samosa, jiaozi, empanada, pierog, torotellini, manti, banku. Every culture has their own version of dough stuffed with filling. Despite the differences in ingredients, preparation, and prestige, it’s comfort food for everyone. In utopia, I hope the dumpling sampler reminds us to be curious […]
I am Prince Atlas of the U-um-Topic
What would make this world into a Utopia? I am Prince Atlas of the U- um – topic Why? This is a draft of the purposed land for my people and the existence of our principles in script form.”Quadrillion Billard-Boulevard “RBB” U – um topia of the Utopiaic , in U – um topium., CA […]
Billionaires Held Accountable
What would make this world into a Utopia? If billionaires were held accountable and gave back Why? There are currently nearly 200,000 unhoused families in California, and there are 197 billionaires. Each billionaire should be held accountable for 1,000 homeless families to solve this gross inequity so that all humans live in dignity and a […]
No Need for Foster Care
What would make this world into a Utopia? No need for foster care Why? It would be wonderful if parents couldn’t die before their children became adults. It would also be wonderful if everyone who became a parent did a great job of parenting. Dara S. Utopia Machine: No Need for Foster Care, Ellen Harvey, […]
Sensitivity
What would make this world into a Utopia? Sensitivity Why? Everything is in better when in balance. I thought about sensitivity thinking about my dog. She hears and senses the Earth and her environment a lot more than I do. As I walk around the city with her, I think about becoming more like her. […]
Flowers Everywhere
What would make this world into a Utopia? Flowers, everywhere! Why? Especially in urban spaces, we miss the little joys of nature. If there were more flowers in spontaneous places, we might all experience just a bit more joy. Emily D. Utopia Machine: Flowers Everywhere, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 89 of 100 panels. Acrylic on […]
Emotional Support Butterfly Pea Coat
What would make this world into a Utopia? Emotional support butterfly pea coat Why? This sartorial confection will bridge the widening gap between society, nature, and aesthetics. This entomological accoutrement will be woven of locally sourced milkweed and scented with the intoxicating aroma of blossoms which will attract Monarch butterflies to roost and rest their […]
Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Farms
What would make this world into a Utopia? Having more sustainable and climate resilient farms Why? Climate chance is affecting the world’s agriculture systems, undermining food security and farmer livelihoods. We need to help farmers ( especially smallholder farmers) to implement more sustainable farming practices ( such as the use of soil conservation practices, agroforestry […]
Fun and Animals
What would make this world into a Utopia? A world full of fun and animals Why? Because I think that is a fun thing to paint. Emily T. Utopia Machine: Fun and Animals, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 85 of 100 panels. Acrylic on Alubond panel, 16 x 12 in.
Dream Powered Machine to suck up Carbon Emissions
What would make this world into a Utopia? A machine that sucks up carbon emissions and turns them into candy and flowers, using dream power. Why? I’m fearful of climate change and I really like candy and flowers. Anon. Utopia Machine: Dream-Powered Machine to suck up Carbon Emissions, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 11 of […]
Free Public Showers
What would make this world into a Utopia? Free public showers on every block Why? Everyone can be clean! And smell good! Wherever! October A. Utopia Machine: Free Public Showers, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 82 of 100 panels. Acrylic on Alubond panel, 16 x 12 in.
Equal Support and Compassion
What would make this world into a Utopia? Equal support and compassion for everyone Why? I think a utopia needs its members to not only have equal rights, but to also feel supported by their community. I believe this is achievable if people would act through compassion, not only for their own, but for everyone. […]
Ubi
What would make this world into a Utopia? Ubi Why? I don’t have confidence in original ideas, but basic nurturing Of sentients seems a start. The narrative of self actualization seems a distant goal for those in this current sensory quality landscape Due to the overly predatory shape of the economic system in my view […]
Knowledge of Success
What would make this world into a Utopia? If everyone knew how important their jobs were and how successful they already are? Why? because our utopia already exists, its just hate, bias and judgment of others allows some not to see it. and unfortuantely mother nature must rid itself of such pests. but anyway, it […]
Love Visualizer
What would make this world into a Utopia? Love-visualizer/ self-actualizer Why? The device helps one turn on their inner light to be in unity and on the one. With our inner lights on, we are empowered, enlightened, enriched, and connected. Peace, love, and unity are the guiding principles of Hip Hop culture. Mystery M. Utopia […]
Less Noise
What would make this world into a Utopia? Less noise might be utopian Why? Many enjoy very loud noise if they are making it. I have lived next to an NYC school yard for 40 years, trying to calm my nerves by thinking about the variation of children’s screams that repeat themselves through generations. There […]
Light-Up Spider Robots
What would make this world into a Utopia? Spider robot that lights up the room. Why? Many people are afraid of the dark, this will help people to not be afraid. Also you can carry more objects in your hand. Omar G. Utopia Machine: Light-Up Spider Robots, Ellen Harvey, 2024. No. 78 of 100 panels. […]
Mushroom Utopia
What would make this world into a Utopia? Mushroom Utopia Why? The Mushroom Utopia is a place of euphoria, one in which all its citizens are constantly feeling the bliss of psychedelic trips. The planet of mushroom, is, as the name suggests, one large mushroom. Originally, the planet took the shape of a near-sphere, but […]