Day 1: Introductions

After introducing ourselves, the Birch Community Centre building, and the expectations for project outcomes, our group embarked on a short icebreaker activity. This activity involved sketching each other in pairs for 2 minutes, with the challenge of not lifting our pens from the page. Following this, the BA students voted on their preferred outcome groups to join: Group A - Physical Model-Making, Group B - 3D Model and Rendering, and Group C - Circulation & Programme. Once we divided into these groups, we engaged in discussions regarding our project outcomes, logistical challenges, working schedule, and software requirements. This productive start set the stage for the upcoming days.

Group A focused on budgeting for the physical model, exploring material options, and determining the appropriate scale for the final model. Group B concentrated on preparing the rendering software for the Rhino and VRay workshops scheduled for Thursday and discussed initial individual research. Group C examined the existing floor plans and discussed the desired drawing outcomes.

Day 4: Brainstorming

Group B and C worked in our assigned room in the Grosvenor East building and started brainstorming ideas for both lighting and circulation options. We introduced the concept of electrical planning to BA students in Group B, who then started producing their own plans for their proposed lighting schemes. Group C drew out their programming options for the new proposed staircase into the attic, creating some beautiful and diverse set of plans.

Day 8: Refining & Collating Outcomes

On Day 8, the MAs gathered the outcomes of BA1 and BA2 students, meticulously preparing them for handover to our collaborators. This involved ensuring that all drawings and visualizations were consistent and aligned with the final document, which are to be handed to our collaborators in the following days. Meanwhile, Team A progressed with the physical model, starting with the assembly of walls atop the prepared base.

Day 9: Final Outcomes - Team B

Team B successfully finalized the lighting scheme document on our last MSA Live day! It features four diverse lighting options, each accompanied by an electrical plan, a lighting fixture product list, interior artificial lighting renders, exterior lighting visualizations and collages. The team's exceptional work showcases their attention to detail, creativity, and dedication. We are excited to share these innovative lighting solutions with our collaborators.