MSA Live 23

Group 35 / WHAT IS CASTLEFIELD?

We resolved our sketch ideas for our final proposal into accurate dimensions to form the basis of our general arrangement drawings.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:35

Hannah F

Today we completed renders of our proposed furniture on site. This involved using the models on SketchUp and exporting them to Photoshop to render.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:30

Group 27 / WOODLAND THEATRE PRESENTS

BA Team: Athina

I enjoyed learning about the context of the site in Chorlton and looking at examples of meanwhile projects. I also enjoyed exploring how different types of materiality can be incorporated into projects.

I have learnt new ways to express and illustrate concepts and iteration for projects and how to incorporate and evaluate precedents in my projects.

In future projects studio projects I will explore different types of materiality and concepts of meanwhile projects.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:25

Yu X

Image of sketch 2. We chose some sketches of our final output —the visual from the main road to the stage and some graphics to show the technical design.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:22

Group 27 / WOODLAND THEATRE PRESENTS

Yu X

Image of sketch 1. In this image, we show our site research, initial concept, and different parts of the project, like how the stage, seating, and canopy look like. We also consider solving the accessibility for the wheelchair by the track and park platform.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:17

Group 01 / MYCO-POD

Mary D

Day 6: Research/ Mushroom team

The team spent the day working on the Mycelium specification document in Grosvenor East. Compiling and visualising all of the rich, hands-on content that we have been involved in last week at The Boiler House. The document that we are producing for The Boiler House will include information and statistics on the alternative uses for Mycelium and the sustainable benefits of its production. It will also compare data on the thermal capacity, embodied carbon and material lifespan of Mycelium with current industry equivalents. We hope this document will encourage potential investors to think GREEN and support The Boiler House’s aim to upscale the production of Mycelium as an eco-insulation.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:11

Group 33 / WOODLEY REVIVAL

Stefina Stephen P

Day 7's focus was on the design phase, where we concentrated on refining and finalizing the design concepts. We also paid attention to the presentation aspects, ensuring that our design ideas were effectively communicated through visual aids.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:04

Group 14 / PICTURE THIS

Xin S

DAY 7
Today we continued working on the 3D modelling of our public interventions. For the market space and pedestrian spaces beside Barlow Moor Road, placing pockets of green space, sheltered areas and seating, and integrating the cycleway as well.

Posted 18 May 2023 12:04

Group 14 / PICTURE THIS

Xin S

DAY 7
Today we continued working on the 3D modelling of our public interventions. For the public courtyard, placing pavilions for rest and integrating the cycleway as well.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:59

Group 14 / PICTURE THIS

Xin S

Gathering ideas of public interventions for five main areas!

Posted 18 May 2023 11:51

To form the basis of our visuals we have organised a Lumion workshop to teach the students about the basics of digital rendering.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:49

Group 06 / SAVING ST. SAVIOURS

BA Team: Dominic

I’ve enjoyed the fact that community engagement has been at the heart of this project from the start. Developing concepts around temporary, playful architecture has also been a refreshing change of pace from the usual studio projects, and the framework we’ve developed here will hopefully allow the stakeholders of Chorlton to implement their own ideas, which feels like a genuinely useful tool that will serve the community in the months and years to come.

I think it would have been nice to create some more models or perhaps a 1:1 intervention as an example of what can be achieved.

I’ve learned a lot about how to structure community-led projects and seeing the impact small, cheap and/or temporary architecture can have on spaces has been very eye opening. I’ve also picked up some valuable tips for Photoshop and InDesign.

I definitely want to focus community engagement in my future studio projects and I now feel like I have the framework for achieving this. I’d also like to experiment more with this kind of low impact architecture as a means of creating interventions that do not require a large economic or carbon cost to implement.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:30

Reemaz Hassan Mohamed B

Posted 18 May 2023 11:29

BA Team: De-Winton

I enjoyed collaborating with students with greater experience and skills. It was great to talk through my ideas and iterations with members of the group. I quite liked the broad project brief- it allowed us great freedom in decision-making. The subject matter was also quite intriguing.

I was involved in the making of the Laser cutting file and have therefore developed my knowledge of AutoCAD.

I want to develop my skills in digital design, so I aim to use Photoshop as well as AutoCAD in my next projects as I have only used PowerPoint up to this point.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:26

BA Team: Ellie

Over the last two weeks, I have really enjoyed working with students from different years with more knowledge and experience than me. It was very helpful and insightful to be able to turn to them for guidance and advice throughout the project. I really enjoyed contributing to the site model in B.15 and learnt many skills there, using the bandsaw for the first time. I will definitely carry these skills into future projects. The community focus of this scheme has definitely helped inform my Studio 1.2 project. It has been very rewarding to work on a live project where you can visit and return to site, and I am excited to see the positive impact of future interventions in Chorlton’s vacant spaces.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:17

Hafsa Suleiman A

Name: Hafsa S. Adamu
Current Atelier: Praxxis
Skills: Sketchup, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Lumion
Undergraduate: Manchester School of Architecture
Personality: Introverted Bookworm
Architectural Interests: Traditional Hausa Architecture (Nigeria), Earth Architecture.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:13

BA Team: Alessandro

I really enjoyed doing this project because it made me develop new skills. Thanks to this project, I deepened my knowledge in photoshop and discovered how to cut wood blocks using a bandsaw. It was quite unfortunate I didn’t start the project with much information but after the first day, I understood the task and as a team we worked brilliantly. I will definitely try to use bandsaws in the future for site models and make better collages with my newly acquired photoshop skills.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:13

BA Team: Jiacheng

I like the modeling part the most. From the initial plan to the implementation of the workshop. I really enjoy the modeling process. I also learned a lot about operating the machines and it was my first time making models in a workshop.

I learned a few tricks for fieldwork and modelling skills

I really appreciated all the knowledge and skills I have learned! And of course the spirit of teamwork!

Posted 18 May 2023 11:12

Mirta Maria S

Atelier: PRAXXIS

Skills: AutoCAD, SkecthUp, Adobe Suite

Hobbies: Reading, Cooking, Walking

MSA Live Role: Adobe Softwares and Presentation Coordinator, Point of Contact

Undergraduate: University of Liverpool

Architectural Interest: Residential Architecture and Heritage Conservation

Posted 18 May 2023 11:09

Group 11 / SHOWBYRINTH

Omar A

The full day was dedicated to finalising the design proposals in terms of plans, elevations, sections and visualisations. Each individual was tasked with an output for the final presentation to the collaborators on site for the next day.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:08

Jiawen L

Day 7: Painting truss & windows & doors

Group A began painting and gluing the cut Truss today in preparation for the roof section the next day. At the same time, according to the site survey photos, the doors and windows of the color. In order to restore the true indoor effect, the indoor floor material coloring test was carried out.

Posted 18 May 2023 11:02

Adwiteya K

Name: Adwiteya Kasliwal
Current Atelier: &rchitecture
Skills: AutoCAD / InDesign / Photoshop / SketchUp
Undergraduate: Manchester School of Architecture
MSA Live Role: Social Coordinator & Presenter

Posted 18 May 2023 11:01

Rajvi Amarkumar S

Atelier: &rchitecture

Skills: Autocad, Sketchup, Adobe suite, Revit

Hobbies: Watercolour Paintings, Photography, Travelling

MSA Live Role: Concept design and site analysis coordinator

Undergraduate University: Nirma University, India

Posted 18 May 2023 10:57

BA Team: Joe

I've enjoyed meeting people in other years and the insight they have provided. It has been very easy to talk to everyone and the project was made more interesting due to the skills I learned with help from the masters students particularly.

I finally learnt photoshop after avoiding it all year. This was due to the help of the masters students. I've also learnt how to survey a site and delegate work to others when working in a team.

Posted 18 May 2023 10:54

Neerzari Sureshkumar P

Atelier: Flux

Skills: Autocad, Sketchup, Adobe Suite, Rhino

Hobbies: Basketball, Procrastinating, Travelling Eating

MSA Live Role: Concept Design and Site Analysis Coordinator

Undergraduate University: Indus University, India

Posted 18 May 2023 10:53

BA Team: Luana

Doing site analysis, sharing thoughts, and learning to structure a project as a team has been beneficial for me. I appreciate this experience, and will use these new approaches into my further work as a student.

Each member of our fantastic team showed engagement and enthusiasm for collaboration. Thanks for putting in the effort and good job everyone!

Posted 18 May 2023 10:46

Group 02 / TERRACE EFFECT

BA Team: India

As a wrap up session and a big thank you for collaboration ,we asked all BA students to submit a reflection on the past two weeks. These will be popping up on the blog throughout the day! Starting with India's...

I have enjoyed collaborating with a team across different year groups. I appreciated working with two members of Praxxis which is the atelier I would like to go into in third year. All the MArch leads have brought different expertise and I have learnt new skills from them. The project has been exciting and rewarding as it is based in the community that I live in, Chorlton.

I have learnt new skills in photoshop and illustrator, how to produce a site model from data download and AutoCAD. On site we were able to measure using a laser distance meter which I hadn’t used before. Most importantly I have learnt how to implement a client’s needs within a community setting in a creative way.

Along with my skills and positive experience, I will take forwards the advice and insights that the 5th years gave about part one placements.

Posted 18 May 2023 10:42

Chenkai S

DAY 7 - AFTERNOON

In the afternoon, we deepened the design of the previous day, and focused on the visual part of the board game and the design of the retrofit card and question card, and we have designed and completed the effect design of the park part in the board.

Posted 18 May 2023 10:04

Group 02 / TERRACE EFFECT

Chenkai S

DAY 7 - MORNING

We had a video meeting with Simeon in the morning. He gave positive feedback on our progress in the past few days and proposed improvement suggestions to us. We will further deepen our design according to the feedback of Simeon.

Posted 18 May 2023 10:03

Group 08 / EMPOWERING ELLESMERE

Izzat Hakimi BAG

Day 06

#EnpoweringEllesmere #Gr08

Testing out the VR Device borrowed from ADD!

Posted 18 May 2023 03:39

Group 32 / UTOPI-AGE

Ziyan C

M.arch students had two drop-in sessions on Wednesday and Thursday, which BA students could choose to attend or complete their homework at home. During the sessions, M.arch students gave BA students advice on how to revise their collages and taught them some Photoshop skills.

Posted 18 May 2023 02:19

Group 32 / UTOPI-AGE

Ziyan C

After the workshop with community members we moved to the final stage of proposal design. Both the landscape team and the housing team are working on plans and collages for Thursday's presentation and Friday's assignment submission.

Posted 18 May 2023 01:57

Group 28 / SENSE OF PLAY

Xiaoming D

Day 7 - Final Model

The group returned to the MTC today to continue working on the physical model. As the base plate and building façades were completed yesterday, the main focus of the day was on the play equipment and landscape of the site. Everyone got creative and used a variety of materials such as spray paint, wooden sticks and steel wire to make the facilities, wall graffiti and landscape bumps that we needed. The finished models were perfect and everyone had a fun day.

Posted 17 May 2023 23:55

Group 36 / ACOUSKATE

Jayakody Arachchige Anjani Pasanka P

Day 7!
Finally, we rendered an image to see how the skatepark work with the sound insulation panel.

Posted 17 May 2023 22:39

Group 23 / MOTHERSHIPPON: GROW AND PLAY

Lihong X

Day 7: Finalising outputs

The main task for Team B and Team C today was to determine the final output.

Team B has found the optimal result for each grouping after yesterday's continuous testing. Hence, each result was embellished and integrated today.

Through the revision and design of the plan, Team C has produced sections with different options, which have made the final effect of the plan (attic and ground floor) more concrete.

Posted 17 May 2023 21:35

Ebrahim V

Day 7

Sharing Ideas and Revisiting the Thinking Board!!

We kicked off the day with a meeting with our lovely collaborator Joseph, it was nice to catch up again and a wonderful time showcasing the ideas that have developed with the team. It was great to see a visual collection showcasing the collaborative environment that has grown over these two weeks!! Ideas of adaptability, expansion and sustainability were shared across the board.

The meeting was a great chance to receive feedback on our proposed interventions and gave us plenty to consider when revisiting the drawing board!! Now as we reach the end of the action weeks, it is full steam ahead as we produce our proposals whilst implementing our collaborators feedback.

Its happy days with the Mothershippon group!!

Posted 17 May 2023 21:25

Group 19 / NEW SPACE, NEW SONG

Janhavi N

Day 6: Group Feedback Round

We are back on site again! This provided us with an opportunity to check in with the other groups as well as update our collaborators on our progress. The BA students from each group, supported by their M.Arch leaders presented their ideas, which was followed by inputs provided by the collaborators and other students. Overall, the collaborators were very happy with our progress and are looking forward to our final outcomes!

Posted 17 May 2023 20:53

Rosemary C

Day 7: Today we continued our development of the final site strategy, ensuring the design is a functional and desirable space for the surrounding community to congregate. As seen in the photographs, we often use our own bodies to measure spaces against, to ensure we maintain the human-scale functionality within the building elements that we interact with most.

Posted 17 May 2023 19:47

Christopher B

Day 6: Client Presentation & truss assembly

Group A began the day with an early start to get onto the laser cutter, cutting 3 more sheets for the exterior façade of Birch community centre. We then met our full MSA live group at 11, to present our development thus far to the Birch Community trustees. The client was impressed with the progress made so far and enthusiastic to the final outcome, we agreed a collection date and means of transport. We finished on site by 12 and met again at B.15 at 14:00 to continue developing the truss façade and stained the truss.

Posted 17 May 2023 19:18

Mohammed's thoughts- BA2

I have enjoyed working with the group and getting a different perspective, working on such a short project is exciting as the ideas progress quicker and i got to see a different way of carrying out a project having to come up with quick design solutions.

Posted 17 May 2023 18:45

Group 15 / RIGHTS TO THE STREETS

Printing

In preparation for the public consultation, we took the important step of printing all the design proposals onto A1 boards. This allowed us to present the students' work in a visually impactful and professional manner, capturing the attention and imagination of the audience.

We also recognized the value of engaging with the local community and creating a lasting impression. To achieve this, we printed mini-sized postcards featuring highlights of each design. These postcards served as a tangible takeaway for the people of St Helens.

Posted 17 May 2023 18:44

Kelly Ka Wai L

COME JOIN US A GORSE HILL IN TRAFFORD.

This Friday to end our project, we have teamed up with the gorgeous gorse hill community to display our design, and get them actively engage with the structure. Our aim is to hope that this model, will be a platform for them to use to speak about their concerns and act as a catalyst to provide further architecture solutions around safer streets and spaces in Trafford.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:52

Group 15 / RIGHTS TO THE STREETS

Kelly Ka Wai L

DAY 7

DONE AND READY TO MOVE ON SITE. The base of the model is completed and the next task will be implemented on site, in which will be the planting of the flowers and ivy.

This proposal actively supports the community by providing them with a platform (quite literally) to take ownership of their adversity through sharing their stories, thoughts, and experiences. The platform is brought to life through the Hygieia goddess sculpture which represents the communal trauma that exists in the community and how they can wear their trauma as their Armor, rather than locking it internally and letting it manifest inside of them. The sculpture is to be reflected to allow everyone to see themselves in her, whilst the wings will represent the freedom the community can access through processing their past and freeing themselves from the shackles of their trauma. The sculpture is a reminder to the community of their strength offering a source of inspiration and protection.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:47

Final touches on the physical model

In the final stages of preparation for the public consultation, our dedicated students focused on adding the final touches to the model that would be presented tomorrow. With meticulous attention to detail, they worked diligently to ensure that every aspect of the model accurately represented their design proposals for the artist studios in St Helens.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:31

Mock Presentation

To ensure that our students are well-prepared for the upcoming public consultation, we conducted a mock presentation today. This exercise served as a valuable opportunity for the students to showcase their design proposals and receive constructive feedback. Each student had the chance to present their work, explaining their design concepts, highlighting key features, and articulating their vision for the artist's studios.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:30

Day 7: Designs refined, postcards printed, models completed, and presentations rehearsed. Ready for the big day tomorrow!

Today was a flurry of activity as we made the final preparations for the upcoming public consultation. The students worked diligently to put the finishing touches on their design proposals, ensuring that every detail was perfected. Additionally, we printed a batch of vibrant postcards to be distributed to the public, capturing the essence of our project and inviting them to join us in celebrating the creativity of St Helens. The models were meticulously completed, showcasing the envisioned artist studios in all their glory. To top it off, the students engaged in a mock presentation, honing their delivery and fine-tuning their pitches. With everything in place, we are excited and ready to share our designs and ideas with the artists of St Helen's tomorrow.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:29

We are continuing our progression in the drawings to present our scheme to the collaborator on Friday!!

Posted 17 May 2023 17:26

Group 36 / ACOUSKATE

Beatrice T

What a success!
On our 7th day, we had the chance to present our work to both our client and collaborator.
During the presentation, we explained all the design development and process that led us to our final design and we gave our client and collaborator 2 booklets, one instruction manual and one construction sequence document for better understanding the project.
We answered all the questions asked after the presentation and our project was approved!

Posted 17 May 2023 17:20

DAY SEVEN!

the rest of the group focused on digital rendering using software’s such as photoshop, rhino and enscape. working together in smaller groups allowed us to share some tips and tricks on the individual softwares.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:18

DAY SEVEN!

model making is on its way! the afternoon was spent putting the model together a range of materials have been used to create our design proposal; mdf, card, corrugated card, dry flowers.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:18

DAY SEVEN!

‘Shaping Tyldesley’ mural being laser cut, a prominent feature for our site.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:17

DAY SEVEN!

the morning started off with a trip to the Benzine Building to use the laser cutting machine to produce all the elements to create the site model design.

Posted 17 May 2023 17:16

We are finalising the key details of the design to ensure there is consistency across all our drawings!

Posted 17 May 2023 17:13

Group 41 / INFINITY FOOTBALL

Working on our CAD skills to act as a foundation for our GA drawings which we are making today!

Posted 17 May 2023 17:06

Khadijah Binti N

Today's outcome, based on several iterations of the roof design, is that we have come out with a final roof structure. Working out the roof design in response to the spectator stands, clubhouse, and other structures within our specific site.

Posted 17 May 2023 16:54

Group 39 / [ESC]APISM

Amelia S

Day 7 saw us wrapping up the design of the outdoor space. The photoshop masterplan was worked on by BA2 students, depicting the landscaping plan visually. Simultaneously, the 3D eye level renders were finalised. These communicate the spaces, such as the sound insulating performance and art hubs, on a more personable level. A presentation was developed which is to be presented to the collaborators at Gorse Hill Studios tomorrow. This will help them understand the process we have undergone and why we have come to our conclusions.

We ran a photoshop tutorial for BA1 students who had never used the programme before. This helped them to understand the basics of the programme, setting them up to create collages which feed into the process of our project.

Posted 17 May 2023 16:52

Group 09 / HIDDEN IN PLAIN SITE

Nur Zarifah Binti Z

Day Seven – Finalising The Design
During the afternoon, we divided the students into two groups. The first group focused on finalizing the 3D digital model, while the second group worked on completing the physical model at the Benzie Building. We engaged in a discussion regarding the choice of materials for the final outcome, considering the various options available to us. Additionally, we strategised the rendering techniques to create compelling visualization images for our project.

Posted 17 May 2023 16:32

Group 12 / RECLAIM OUR BACKSTREETS

May 17th (Afternoon)

We've taken the model to the B.12 photography studio to introduce it to the students that haven't been to the space. We have managed to create a great model so we got a set of professionally taken photos of the interventions in context. This afternoon, we got the presentation ready as well as the AutoCAD scaled plan of the Chorlton Cross Shopping Centre precinct with our interventions to scale. It's been a busy day!

Posted 17 May 2023 16:11

Tao Y

After analysing Northmoor and coming up with a plan, we are back with the design. We are presenting our initial plan drawn on AutoCAD to the other students. It's time to share ideas and discuss what could be improved on the design.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:57

Wenkai Z

Day 07- Individual Tutorial

5th Year Advice！

In the afternoon, Rebecca provided a one-on-one tutorial to a BA student to help her understanding of construction detailing. She offered advice on the student’s personal scheme in an area she was struggling with by providing reference images and sketches. This tutorial, although outside of the MSA Live project work, provided the BA student with the confidence to go home and continue with her BA2 portfolio work whilst also improving their team relationship ready for day 8!

Posted 17 May 2023 15:56

Group 22 / CUP OF HOPE

Ya F

The members of march1 went to the store and selected the corresponding prizes corresponding to the raffle tickets. The rendering of the interior renderings is almost complete. Handmade furniture is being made by the members.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:56

Ali AS

Day 07- Model Assembly

Bringing the proposal to life!

In the afternoon, the team started the model assembly work after pre-cutting the laser parts in the morning. The team worked together, to assemble the pre-cut laser parts into a model of the proposed scheme on the existing site model.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:53

Rebecca C

Day 07-Vray Tutorial

Learning how to render!

This morning Sam also provided a V-Ray tutorial for the BA students. During the tutorial he demonstrated how use V-Ray, using the proposed pergola within the scheme as a test object. He described V-Ray's many parameters and ultimately showed the team how to achieve an attractive rendered image ready for the publication.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:53

Group 22 / CUP OF HOPE

Ya F

On the seventh day, members of the group worked on interior renderings while others created tickets and printed them out. After completing this task, members determined the dimensions of the furniture based on the digital model.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:53

Group 27 / WOODLAND THEATRE PRESENTS

Rebecca C

Day 07-Laser Cutting the Proposal

Modelling the final scheme!

This Morning Mastura and Alisa laser cut parts in preparation for the model that will be assembled in the afternoon. They put a lot of effort into this morning's work in order to ensure the final model's quality is at the best possible level for the collaborator.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:52

Group 22 / CUP OF HOPE

Ya F

On the sixth day, we basically finished the groundwork for the physical model. The interior of the model has been further refined. Another group of students rendered the model and learned how to use enscape. In addition, we made raffle tickets and posters.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:47

Yu X

Day7. Today we are working on the project's output, including the plans, elevations, sections, and some beautiful and detailed drawings to show the views.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:42

Group 37 / INFRASTRUCTURE EXHIBITION

Anjali B

WEEK 2 // DAY THREE: We caught up with the design/build team to check the progress of the prototype exhibition panels – they’ve created the timber hinges which are looking great! The prototype is successful so far. The curation team reflected on Sue’s comments from the previous day and came up with some titles for the exhibition at Florence Arts Centre. To take a break from putting together exhibition panels we designed some seating for the exhibition and did a little sketch up tutorial on modelling the seating designs. Some of the design/build team continued constructing the prototype whilst others began to create the construction sequence so the process can be copied to easily create more panels in the future. We have begun to discuss the lifecycle of the exhibition and ideas for its repurposing after multiple exhibitions.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:39

Group 20 / COMPASSION CREW

Jiawen Q

On Day 7: Further visualization

On Day 7, we combined the initial proposals from both the exterior and interior teams and integrated them into a more comprehensive plan. We also focused on considering more detailed designs, such as the coffee hatch platform, and made progress in the visualization aspect by conducting initial isometric and perspective render tests. We completed a relatively draft preliminary rendering.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:34

Group 41 / INFINITY FOOTBALL

Khadijah Binti N

Today's mission continues. The final 3D design model was polished in greater detail to scale; the roof structures, number of seating in the stadium, design of the clubhouse, and 3D stadium model were placed into the site context. The 3D design is in the process of being 80% completed, and 3D rendering is expected to be produced by tomorrow.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:33

Group 26 / THE WELLNESS GARDEN

Ziyi S

DAY 7: PREPARE FOR THE EXHIBITION

Based on yesterday's discussions with our collaborators, we further develop our design proposals and refine the model in preparation for tomorrow's exhibition. Some of the team members will hand out flyers tomorrow and the rest will set up the exhibition.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:17

Group 26 / THE WELLNESS GARDEN

Pei-Ying C

DAY 6:
Today we are presenting three design proposals and models to our collaborators and discussing designs and exhibition execution directions.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:14

DAY 7 Publication Preparation

On day 7, the groups prepared the publication, compiling information from all groups to create a clear and concise narrative describing the design and construction process.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:10

DAY 6 Finishing touches on birdhouses and engraving

The workshop group continued working to create more ornamental and functional elements to be placed around the site. These included a small bench and a fairy door, which were both made from the found pallets. The birdhouses were stained and the remaining signs were laser cut, with stakes and screws added to allow easy placement on site.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:10

DAY 6 Mulching Pathway

On day 6, the on-site group began mulching pathways to connect the glade areas and establish a route through the woodland.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:09

DAY 5 Masterplan Design – Signages and Gnomes Making

Two students showed initiative in developing the mystical theme present on the existing Brook. One student created a windchime from Metal offcuts and a wooden block. Another student spent several days building gnomes and mushrooms to place around the site. These were painted and varnished to make them weather resistant. The gnomes are intended to be kept by the council and used during activity days. Meanwhile, the classroom group marked pathways on-site, plotted trees and started the masterplan drawing in preparation for the mulching of the pathways on day 6. The workshop group continued working on the birdhouses and fairy doors on day 5.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:09

DAY 4 Birdhouse Construction and Laser Engraving

Following the NSPCB specifications for birdhouse designs and the conceptual birdhouse designs on day 3, the workshop team started work on 3 birdhouses and 2 bee boxes to encourage wildlife inhabitation of the site. This involved sanding down and gluing the pallets together to form 150mm wide planks. These were then cut, drilled for the nesting holes and nailed together to form the birdhouses. Both the birdhouses and bee boxes were stained a dark brown to be blend in with the natural surroundings. The bee boxes followed a similar process with small holes drilled in large offcuts. Some of the remaining pallets were laser cut to create signages describing the local wildlife. Wires and posts were attached to allow for easy placement around the site.

Posted 17 May 2023 15:09