MSA Live 24

Group 19 / REDISCOVERING CHADWICK DAM

Day 6 - Develop the Concepts and Proposals

Posted 14 May 2024 21:48

James L

Day 06: Finalising Designs

Today, the teams, once again, banded together to drive home the desire visual output for the key node within our masterplan overview. Masterplan ideals have been finalised too and with the design guide coming together, everything is looking great!

Next steps will be to start producing quality visuals and pulling all documents together ready to show to our collaborator on Friday, meeting on site once again. Plenty more to come!

Posted 14 May 2024 21:42

Group 01 / FROM THE GROUND UP

Samantha C

Day 06

Design Refinement

We began the day speaking to the students individually and were delighted to see they had continued their designs in the evening and came prepared with nearly finished concepts! We were astounded with the level of work produced and felt extremely proud of all the hard work they had put in. It was clear all the feedback had been taken on board, actively reflected on and it could be seen through the development of the work produced.
After our individual chats, we sat down together to talk through the plans for the day and most importantly went on the hunt to provide a much deserved moral- boosting snack break!
After lunch (and enough snacks to feed the entire MSA Live course) we had another pin -up to discuss final refinement and minor amendments.
We’re so proud of all the students and the work they’ve produced and look forward to the final presentation with our collaborators tomorrow.

Posted 14 May 2024 21:36

Group 01 / FROM THE GROUND UP

Samantha C

Day 05

Design Development

We started the day with a presentation revisiting the outputs expected from our group offering conceptual ideas and precedent images to help aid in creative ideas.
We sat down with each student individually discussing their ideas and offered constructive feedback reiterating the importance of collaborating and sharing skills amongst peers.
We asked each student to print a precedent showing the design style or concept they wanted to encapsulate within their work so they could have a reference image if they felt unsure of direction.
After lunch, we had a pin-up session where we encouraged each student to write constructive feedback for all the elevations produced so far. This task was incredibly successful and after the feedback, we felt the students had more direction and encouraged them to carry on developing their designs. We are looking forward to tomorrow to see how the work continues to become refined.

Posted 14 May 2024 21:26

Group 30 / THE OPEN CANVAS

Banuchichak I

Action weeks- Day 6

Our model making journey shifted into high gear today as we embraced larger scales and began the exciting process of digitizing our work and continuing working on models. It was a hive of activity, with everyone bringing their unique skills and talents to the table. Some were meticulously crafting models, while others were busy translating our physical models into digital form.

It was incredible to witness the diverse range of talents within our team, each contributing their own piece to the puzzle.

Posted 14 May 2024 21:12

Group 30 / THE OPEN CANVAS

Banuchichak I

Action weeks- Day 5

Welcome to week two of our MSA Live adventure! Today kicked off with some serious brainstorming as we delved into the final outcomes we aim to achieve by the end of the week.

We huddled together to discuss the important details: materials, scales, styles—you name it, we covered it. It was all about envisioning how we're going to bring our ideas to life in tangible form.

With our plans in place, we dove headfirst into model making. Armed with glue guns, cardboard, and plenty of imagination, we got to work crafting prototypes and mock-ups. It was a day filled with creativity and hands-on experimentation as we brought our visions one step closer to reality.

Posted 14 May 2024 21:07

Group 10 / ACCESS ALL AREAS

Diana C

Week 02 Day 02

Today, we explored innovative approaches to enhance the students’ accessibility proposals by considering the visual impact of their designs. By examining the provided precedents, students began to gain an understanding of a range of ways accessibility devices can be integrated in a way that is sympathetic towards the heritage and landscape. Subsequently, students initiated their analysis of the Carton Club heritage and landscape elements through sketches, collages, and annotations. The overall process aims to inspire them to create access routes that are both functional and aesthetically appealing, focusing on the user’s experience and inclusivity.

Posted 14 May 2024 20:53

Group 11 / GOOD MORNING SALE WEST

Gehao Y

Day 6

This afternoon, M.arch students presented their portfolios to BA students, explaining the process, ideas, and other design concepts related to their portfolios.During the portfolio presentation, BA students chose the parts they were most interested in to ask questions about. M.Arch students addressed the questions and offered relevant perspectives and advice.

Posted 14 May 2024 20:43

David Nabil Boshra A

Community day under the sun, where we discussed with the Sale West communities what changes they wish to see in their buildings. We imagined a brighter future and searched for hidden treasures that we could help bring to life.

Posted 14 May 2024 20:03

Group 38 / STITICHING NELSON'S SPIRIT

Sherifa Mohammed D K

May 14, 2024: Design Resolution

Students continued their work on the final design drawings, diving into the details with diagrams and sketches of the proposed Material. They were introduced to recycled materials that could be used in different elements of the proposed design.

Posted 14 May 2024 19:56

Group 12 / ELEVATE AND CELEBRATE

Keming Z

Action week: Day 6!

We are very satisfied with the progress we have made.

Our model production is also very smooth, only the base of the model has not been completed.

The next thing we need to worry about is the post-rendering problem. If it is not unexpected, we will teach rendering and work with BA students on rendering.

Posted 14 May 2024 19:16

Group 05 / RE-IMAGINE THE HIPPODROME

Ya-Han C

On day 5, we proudly presented our first VR display to our collaborator, Tony. This immersive experience showcased our creative ideas and amazing illustrations, brought to life through a variety of tools.

Following Tony's valuable feedback, we're excited to keep refining and enhancing our project. The journey continues, and the fun never stops!

Posted 14 May 2024 18:52

Group 18 / GORTON GREENWAYS

Harry N

Day 6

With the 3D model ready, the rendering team started producing digital visualisations around the scheme. We saw some amazing work today from both MArch and BA students, thank you everyone for your work today!

Posted 14 May 2024 18:32

Group 40 / NAVIGATING STOCKPORT

Jason Y

Day 5

The day began with a productive group discussion, ensuring everyone was on the same page with their tasks and objectives. Each team member is fully engaged, working diligently to reach their respective milestones.

The proposal for Gap Site 1 was refined and reconfigured into attachable pieces which can be assembled and disassembled to create a flexible space, also matching the low budget requirement demanded by the client.

Meanwhile, Gap Site 2 teams collaborated closely to develop adaptable spaces capable of accommodating bin storage and a community playground. Simultaneously, the wayfinding groups strategized using portable street furniture to guide more people into Underbank and to create an interactive street experience.

Everyone is very collaborative and energetic about bringing the ideas to life for Underbank wayfinding. We have also sent out emails to our client Peter to confirm the final meeting on the upcoming Friday and to present our fascinating ideas for wayfinding and the gap sites.

Posted 14 May 2024 17:34

Group 15 / CRAFT THE LOOP

Yihan S

Day 6: Physical model making

After yesterday's preparations, today's site model has entered the process with more details. We thought about how to represent the key areas, how to represent the different materials, and refined the surroundings and the furniture of the site. Through model making, there was a deeper understanding of the site and clear planning.

In the afternoon, we held a online meeting with the client to present our current design and chat about the direction of further development. The customer also made valuable suggestions. We plan to complete the final model tomorrow and add our designs on the model.

Posted 14 May 2024 17:04

Group 22 / 01:01

Saul B

Day 6: Workshop Day

As well as producing a 1:1 prototype, today we created a 1:20 model of the final design, experimenting with colour.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:58

Group 08 / LITTLE ARCHITECTS

Dakun W

Meeting our group on Action Day Six!

In B15, the printing of the 3D model continues, and the laser cutting of the final building façade begins.
In the studio, the group worked on the content of the presentation, and the infill images were completed in the form of collages. In the afternoon, split the group into 3 teams for the final workshop.

We are getting closer and closer to the final workshop, and we are looking forward to it more and more.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:57

Group 22 / 01:01

Saul B

Day 6: Workshop Day

After cutting most of the pieces out this morning, we began hand sanding and refining the pieces to ensure that they fit correctly, test assembling the exhibition stand.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:54

We completed our day with modelling our modular strategy. We used greyboard and paper to build this model. Through this activity, we explored the different possibilities of the structure which can be elongated, as well as folded at different angles. We had discussions about the different configurations that can be achieved with this structure for an enhanced experience of the exhihibition space!

Posted 14 May 2024 16:54

As a team, we had an ergonomics discussion today. We measured the width and height of a human, along with the dimensions of the structure. This was to ensure that a few people could use the structure at the same time and that there was enough space to walk through.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:53

Group 22 / 01:01

Saul B

Day 6: Workshop Day

This morning we began producing the 1:1 prototype in the workshop.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:53

Group 15 / CRAFT THE LOOP

Today, we have chosen the materials for the pop-up. We collectively decided that polycarbonate, glass, waterproof double-sided fabric, and metal should be used to construct our pop-up. Since the pop-up is outdoors, the materials must be waterproof. Polycarbonate is also light as the pop-up is movable. All the materials are durable, which is good for the pop-up in the long run. The material glass is also chosen as it is sustainable, which projects the sustainability agenda of Future Everything.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:53

Group 17 / MERSEY GREEN

Mustafa Cem T

Pavilion Design Development
We continue to develop our design ideas for the pavilion, whilst discussing developments with our collaborators to generate a suitable proposal to meet the aims of the brief. This includes providing flexible space for a cafe, art and crafts and more, storage space, new internal toilets and tackling issues around security and vandalism. We have discussed methods of discouraging vandalism, such as through lighting and CCTV. Ideas for sustainable energy generation have been discussed, such as through PV Panels and Ground Source Heat Pumps.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:48

Luke S

DAY 6: 3D modelling and detailed design

After looking into our 3 designs in more detail yesterday we began to model them in different groups. One group chose to focus on modelling through Sketchup, whilst the other two modelled their work through Rhino and Grasshopper. This allowed the students to have a go at learning both. This workshop will continue tomorrow, when students refine their work by creating renders and detailed drawings using the software.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:47

Yanxi L

Day 5
Then, we set up the scaled drawings on the floor and lined up as if we were all on the street.
Next up! See how the model unfolds.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:42

Constantin-Alexandru V

Day 6

Today we've had a Lumion tutorial session where students have been introduced to rendering softwares and how they can provide better visualization for an architectural project. Group C will particularly focus on this in order to produce atmospheric internal visuals using the Revit models as a base.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:42

Mingrui L

Day 5
Later, students drew their assigned buildings to scale as we acquired materials for the elevation.
Paper and corrugated cardboard sheets are the basic materials for our street elevation boards.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:39

Zahra Ibrahim M A

Day 5
We discussed how the model would represent a walkthrough up and down the street.
The first task was to set the scale for our model, representing the street-built facade at a 1:20 scale.
We proceeded to set up the base drawing, which was based on measurements from the site visit and careful proportioning from images, ensuring the accuracy of our model.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:37

Hana Wajihah AB

Day 5 - End of Day Round up

At the end of the day, we held a roundup and each person presented what they’ve produced so far and how their intended progress for the remainder of the week.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:34

Group 17 / MERSEY GREEN

Mustafa Cem T

Day 6
Conservation Meeting!
Today, we visited the site again to meet with our collaborators and a Conservation Specialist from Stockport Council. We discussed our design ideas and possible approaches for the reuse of the pavilion building and development of the park. We discussed how neglect and lack of funding for development has resulted in the park being subject to vandalism. We discussed methods to make the park and pavilion more attractive to members of the community and visitors, whilst respecting the heritage and surrounding environment. We explored ideas for a cafe and spaces for art, whilst considering how to tackle issues around security and vandalism.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:26

Group 06 / TOWN HALL UNWRAPPED

Constantin-Alexandru V

Day 5 - Group C

Experimenting with proposals for internal changes using a digital model of the existing bay area as a starting point

Posted 14 May 2024 16:25

Kyriaki P

Day 6
Physical Models

Today, the BA1 and BA2 students continued their work on the physical models started yesterday. Here's a glimpse of one proposal: a gallery showcasing the work of emerging artists from Manchester.

Posted 14 May 2024 16:04

Group 20 / GROWING TOGETHERNESS

Sarah N

Action Week: Day 5!

26. On Monday morning, we revisited the masterplan from the sketching exercise to finalise and agree on the overall design. We also selected the canopy option to proceed with as a group. This process ensured that everyone was aligned and in agreement on the design proposals before moving forward with creating the final outputs.

27. In the afternoon, we split the BA students into output-oriented groups focused on creating plans, sections, elevations, and a model for the final canopy design. At least one March or MLA student led each group and provided tutorials for the selected software chosen to complete the drawings. This provided BA students with hands-on learning opportunities, and the chance to collaborate closely with more advanced students, fostering a deeper understanding of the design process and professional teamwork dynamics.

Posted 14 May 2024 15:53

Group 35 / PARK&PLAY

Gaia DL

DAY 6

Leaflets! Leaflets! Leaflets!
Each group is developing its own project with exciting design ideas! The aim is to present these leaflets to the client so that Stockport can host fantastic events in the Merseway Car Park!

Posted 14 May 2024 15:49

Group 37 / BAM BRINNINGTON ACTIVE MOVEMENT

Following the construction, modelling, and diagramming from yesterday, our team focused mainly on detailed discussions about the pop-up today. The two groups were still in progress, focusing on the interior and exterior each. Using both digital software and hands-on work, the team worked on the structure in detail. The two subgroups discussed and collaborated to reach a final decision regarding the pop-up. Each member also had a different task in hand for the pop-up project to move forward.

We discussed about connections, joineries to execute modular strategies for our structure. Our group members had time to bond and get to know each other more as well. More possibilities about the pop-up were also discovered, giving us many alternatives to construct.

Posted 14 May 2024 15:23

Patricia Susana MG

MSA Live Action Week Day 5

The audio walks team created the audio walk map. We used the aesthetic of the existing Brinnington maps to make the map cohesive with the existing ones. We also worked on the 2D and 3D physical signs for the audio maps and street signs and rendered the park interventions.

We created a model making team today! We worked in the B15 workshop to create the 1:1 street sign and the audio walks physical map. For the audio walk map we laser cut the landscape and put the map together. We identify the stops in the map and created the paths with nails and string.

Posted 14 May 2024 15:21

Yi F

DAY 6 - Continuing to develop technical drawings

This morning we did a short review of the two groups’ work, including elevation, perspective views, plans, and construction details. Most of the work was on the right track, meanwhile minor adjustments to some drawings were needed. For example, the perspective line drawings made by BA students were asked to be changed into collages with site photos because of the lack of accurate measurements of the building. In addition, there were some differences in communicating the facade group’s drawings due to miscommunication, which was quickly resolved. Therefore, in the afternoon, we spent time as a group discussing and improving the outputs.

Tomorrow we will meet in the morning again and focus on the perspective drawings, which are important in communicating our proposal to an audience. We asked the BA students to highlight how daily visitors interact with our proposed interventions in their drawings. We are offering them guidance on how to achieve better visual results.

Posted 14 May 2024 15:16

Group 32 / REIMAGINING ALSAGER

Yi F

Posted 14 May 2024 15:15

Group 24 / MARPLE PLAYS

Lucy H

ACTION WEEKS DAY 05

Photographs taken by one of our BA2 students, Nicolas, during the tour of Marple on Monday, led by Marple Civic Society members.

Posted 14 May 2024 15:06

Group 39 / DEEP DIVE

Mallika P

Join us in 'Deep Diving' into the rich history of Flag Lane Baths and our proposed adaptive reuse project to transform it into a gallery space for the residents of Crewe!

Posted 14 May 2024 15:00

Group 21 / INBETWEEN

Tze Chean C

We started off the morning with a portfolio sharing session for our BA1 and BA2 Team members to discuss their own personal design approaches and methods. It was a fruitful morning session as it allowed all team members to learn from each other and explore opportunities to translate current design knowledge that can be applied to our MSA Live project.

After the portfolio review session, both the permanent and temporary team continued developing their design proposals through 3D modelling, which allowed a better representation of the how each proposal functions on site. Both teams progressed quickly and it was a fulfilling process to see how everyone's idea were brought to life!

It has been an exciting morning full of conversations and discussions that helped to boost the team's morale, and we can't wait to share the progress of the team this afternoon!

Posted 14 May 2024 14:51

Min Jing T

DAY 05

On Day 5, a community event was held in Alsager to showcase our conceptual work to the public and gather feedback from them. Posters on site analysis, concept sketches, and visualizations were created to present our work.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:58

10th May – DAY FOUR

In the afternoon, ourselves and our BA students had formally split into two groups:
• Site sketches – those who enjoy sketching created 6-10 polished vignettes of our journey through Bradford. We asked these students to research “serial visions” by architect Gorden Cullen for reference to the style of images we expect, while also encouraging them to also show off their own styles.

• Site modelling on SketchUp and Rhino – led by Mariam and Mi. This involved showing younger students what practises are best for setting up a site model efficiently and then delegating students a range of buildings to work on in pairs or as individuals. Modelling the building exterior was key, as the depth of our project generally extends only to what kinds of new programme our buildings might require, as well as later intervention into the building frontages themselves in Week 2.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:53

10th May – DAY FOUR

On Friday morning, we engaged as a group in an exercise with a printed map and pens. We selected buildings we had sketched and studied during the site visit, and especially the street connecting them. This established a spacial narrative of the townscape and the BA students were enthusiastic in bringing their own ideas and experience of the city.
This mapping exercise ensured all of us understood which streets we would be focusing on, and which key building we would suggest improvement for (many of which were partially or fully vacant).
We also briefed our BA students on their roles, which can be split up into the following:
• Site sketches
• Site modelling on SketchUp and Rhino

Posted 14 May 2024 11:52

9th May – DAY THREE – SITE VISIT

The group was once again split into 2, where the 1st were taken by Jade on a guided visit on the town hall. The MArch students had previously had a similar tour, so only one of us went with the BA students for this.
The remaining MArch students, and the 2nd group, started working on serial vision sketches, simple vignettes of the journey we took through Bradford earlier in the day.
These activities saw us through to 16:30 where we gathered again to take our agreed-upon coach home.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:52

9th May – DAY THREE – SITE VISIT

We adjourned for lunch back at the Alambra Theatre, where Richard Middleton, a townscape heritage project officer, walked the younger students through a presentation on Bradford City of Culture 2025, similar to the presentation the MArch students were given in our initial site visit.
This was granular and detailed enough to include details such as branding colours.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:51

9th May – DAY THREE – SITE VISIT

New Darley Street Market site visit where we met people working on the project and were encouraged to ask questions about the project. Our own efforts would be very close to this market, so this was a good indicator of what kind of development was ongoing.
We then divided into 2 groups with the 1st focusing on key buildings and the 2nd on key streets and views. Sketches were begun and we documented as much as we could through notes and photography.
We also toured the bounds of the ‘Heritage Action Zone’ with Richard Middleton, a townscape heritage project officer, where he spoke about Bradford’s history and the challenges in the project such as ‘conservation deficit’ and provided further information of surrounding regeneration projects.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:51

9th May – DAY THREE – SITE VISIT
Introduction by our Bradford City council collaborator, Jade, giving us a recap of our collaboration up to this point and showing us, and especially the younger students, updates on the Bradford ‘Culture is Our Plan’ branding and intentions. This particular project is the context in which all other projects we discuss will be situated in, as it is a decade-long plan to rejuvenate and celebrate Bradford’s cultural sector.
Ethics forms signed by Jade before walking tour.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:50

7th and 8th May – DAY ONE & TWO
While the main group work was ongoing, Fraser has been emailing our collaborator and engaging in cross-group discussion with Group 29 to negotiate the best use of our time on-site on Thursday 9th.

We checked our collaborators initial plan and offered notes and changes, receiving the final timetable on the 8th at midday.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:50

8th May – DAY TWO
We spent our second day focused on more in-depth site analysis, setting up shared folders for each of the following schemes:
• Transforming Cities Fund
• Heritage Action Zone
• Townscape Heritage Scheme
• City Village residential scheme
• The new Darley Street Market
• Culture is Our Plan (2021 - 2031)
We wanted to give students the opportunity to see where the “gaps” were in the various projects. In addition, we researched and discussed critical social issues and deprivation in Bradford, namely the high rate of building vacancy and homelessness.
We also researched:
• Specific vacant buildings
• Landmark buildings with a deep heritage
• Transport routes and links
• Precedent studies for buildings and building reuse and streetscape interventions
• Limits and scope of project, including specific site boundaries

Posted 14 May 2024 11:50

7th May – DAY ONE

Afternoon discussion led by Mariam, Mi and Pranali. We encouraged feedback and discussion rather than strictly presenting our own ideas and findings.

We discussed what we had learned earlier in the day regarding Bradfords rich heritage, student perceptions of Bradford, Bradford’s status as a young city. We talked to them about our site visit conducted in February and walked them through Google street views to familiarise them with the site and the city.

We also answered student questions and provided information about Thursdays’ site visit, as well as loosely assigning roles based on skill, interest, and potential development.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:49

7th May

Morning presentation by Fraser, taking the students through an introduction to Bradford and our original MSA Live brief as well as our own interpretation and goal.
We explained that Bradford is undergoing regeneration through a variety of schemes and that our work would involve understanding these schemes and what we might do differently.
In addition, we brought with us examples of past publications from previous MSA Live projects to show younger students what kind of work is expected from an MSA Live team.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:48

Group 36 / IN THE LIME LIGHT

On the first day of the second Action Week, our group started the day with diagramming and drawing some sketches for the pop-up. This was in continuity of the work we have done the past week. This activity gave us a clearer idea of what we envision the pop-up. Our team has attempted diagramming both digitally and on paper. Besides, we have also done some 3D modelling to envision the project. This was to help us build unparalleled realism and accuracy.

It was a great day with teamwork infused. We are all excited to see what we have in store tomorrow.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:38

Group 33 / IN POCKET

Zihan Z

A new week has begun!
During the first two days of this week, members of our group continued to refine the design feasibility and created new structural models. They drew technical floor plans and promptly summarized and optimized any issues that arose during the process.

Posted 14 May 2024 11:34

Jiajing Y

Day 4

10/05/2024

On this day, we delved deeper into the existing proposals from the previous session. Utilizing the knowledge gained about plants, we incorporated them into the project and arranged the design details logically. Many students achieved excellent results in their projects. After uploading all the documents to Google Drive, we organized them in preparation for the next presentation to Dawn.

Posted 14 May 2024 10:40

Group 39 / DEEP DIVE

Mallika P

Day 5 was spent planning and preparing for the exhibition which is going to be held at the second floor gallery space in MTC. We were able to show our collaborator what the next few days were looking like, and discussed the future of the exhibition material after MSA Live.

Deep Dive is currently planning on transferring all of the work, both digitally and physically, to Alex and Robert for them to exhibit it in Crewe, either at Flag Lane Baths upon completion or at the local Market Hall in Crewe. We are thrilled to have our work utilised and showcased beyond MSA Live, and hope it leaves plenty of happy residents for Crewe residents.

Posted 14 May 2024 10:27

Group 39 / DEEP DIVE

Mallika P

DAY 5 OF DEEP DIVING!

It was lovely catching up with one of our collaborators today as we got to show all the lovely work Deep Dive have been doing. The Research team has been steadily moving forward with the collection of research along with the creation of poster templates towards our final output.

On the other hand, we had the Design team working on 3D visualisations of our proposed exhibition in Flag Lane Baths. With the exhibition drawing near, we were happy to get some valuable insight from Alex, and are looking forward to the final outcome!

Posted 14 May 2024 10:25

Group 40 / NAVIGATING STOCKPORT

Hiba A

Day 4

Turning Our Ideas into Reality!

Everyone had the opportunity to bring their ideas to life through drawings, collages, and 3D modelling. The team experimented with different designs, textures, and materialities, pushing the boundaries of their creativity. During lunch, participants had the chance to network and exchange ideas, with many sharing their visions and aspirations. The break was filled with vibrant discussions, inspiring everyone to refine and expand their approach. After lunch, the excitement continued as participants approached the project by creating 2D and 3D designs that reflected real-world applications. We delved into more advanced 3D modelling techniques, exploring new ways to bring concepts to life. We wrapped up the day with a showcase of the day's work. The variety and quality of the designs were truly impressive, reflecting the hard work and dedication of all involved.

Stay tuned for Day 5 of MSA Live Action Week as we continue to turn our ideas into reality!

Posted 14 May 2024 04:21

Group 27 / ELEV8STOCKPORT

Yi Ping K

DAY 05 - MODEL MAKING DAY🤏

✂️We laser cut, puzzle the model together and discuss the details through the model 🧩

🧠📏✏️Ensure we bring our imagination to real life✍️🖍️

YEEHAW🎢🎠Can't wait to see the finalised model !!!🗽

📸Push it up together🔥🤳

Posted 14 May 2024 00:04

Day 4, Collaborator meeting-
We had a brief discussion with the collaborators about the designs and the marketing schemes. They were really happy with the work produced by the students. They were impressed by the Installation designs as both had unique story and identity. With all the posters designed, they decided to merge them all into one and create a well-organized marketing pamphlet showing graphical bee story and the factual data of the cups.

Posted 13 May 2024 23:34

Installation- Framing structure

Posted 13 May 2024 23:01

Group 16 / MAGIC MEADOW SENSORY PLAYGROUND

Installation- Street furniture

Posted 13 May 2024 23:00

Group 24 / MARPLE PLAYS

Lucy H

ACTION WEEKS DAY 05 - AFTERNOON

All members of the student team quickly got into the swing of talking with passersby and we collected lots of inspiring feedback and ideas, which we recorded for analysis tomorrow, to inform the development of the initial concepts from last week.

We then split into two groups, with the MArch students continuing the community engagement at the stall, while the undergraduate students, who hadn’t seen the sites before, were taken on a walking tour by Greg and Phil. At the end of the day, we had a de-brief with our collaborators, where the student teams had the opportunity to ask some final questions to the Marple Civic Society members, and reflected on an engaging and inspiring site visit!

Posted 13 May 2024 22:47

Yaqi G

Day 5

On May 13, members from all three groups collaborated to merge designs and add more specifics about feasibility. We made some sketches together and built the digital model.

Posted 13 May 2024 22:44

Group 24 / MARPLE PLAYS

Lucy H

ACTION WEEKS DAY 05 - MORNING

This morning we met at the station to get the train together to Marple for our community engagement day. Thankfully all of our models made it to the train in one piece and we’d lucked out with a sunny day for our site visit!

Phil from Marple Civic Society met us from the train and walked with us through the park to where he and Greg had very kindly set up a gazebo stand for us in the town centre. Here, we set up tables to display our models and the ‘community feedback board’, with post-it notes for Marple residents to add their ideas.

We had put up posters around Marple the week before to publicise our visit, and these seemed to have done the trick - within half an hour there was quite a crowd of people around the stall despite it being a Monday morning!

Posted 13 May 2024 22:42

Samuel L

DAY 5 - Progressing with technical drawings

During a productive morning we developed technical drawings specified in the output list. Students made a good start on elevation and plan drawings, in which we provided feedback. These require minor adjustments like line weights, adding scale bars, north points and annotations.

Tomorrow we aim to have these completed and continue working towards the final drawings. Despite the rocky start, we now have a clear goal and everyone knows what their contribution is and what they are responsible for. So far we are very happy with the turnout and engagement from everyone on the team.

Posted 13 May 2024 22:28

Samuel L

Posted 13 May 2024 22:27

Samuel L

DAY 4 - Finalising The Design & Clarifying Final Outcomes

Today we refined our list of final outputs, further integrating the groundwork laid during yesterday's session. The student pairs have consolidated into two main groups to focus on specific elements of the shopping centre: one group on the facade, and another on the walkway.
This reorganisation not only invigorated our studio space but also significantly enhanced collaboration, producing more substantial outputs.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of what each group is working on:

Facade Group:

• Elevation Drawings: Detailed at a scale of 1:200
• Perspective Views: These will provide a visual representation of how the facade integrates with the landscape and users.
• Structural and Materiality Details: Focusing on sustainable and cost-effective materials that align with the project goals.

Walkway Group:

• Plan: Detailed at a scale of 1:200, this includes callouts to highlight interaction points within the space.
• Section: Also scaled at 1:200, showing vertical relationships and connectivity.
• Perspective View: Illustrates how different users interact with the space, emphasising accessibility and user engagement.
• Circulation Details: At a scale of 1:50, with callouts where necessary, including improvements to the existing central stair to enhance flow.

These outputs have grown more ambitious compared to our initial goals. Initially aiming to generate broad ideas, we now have a more consolidated and elaborate project that considers a wider array of factors such as stakeholder needs, programmatic requirements, landscaping, circulation patterns, material choices, and assembly methods. This comprehensive approach was made possible by the exceptional engagement and high skill levels of the team members.

Today's progress, considerably more pronounced than yesterday's, has us confident that the final results will be ready for presentation by Thursday evening. As we prepare for the final push, our focus will remain on ensuring that these detailed plans are fully realised and that all elements work cohesively. The energy and creativity observed today are exactly what we need to see this project through to a successful completion.

(Posted 10 May 2024 15:51)

Posted 13 May 2024 22:27

Poster design for different marketing strategies. We tried various options to suffice the needs for the scheme.

Posted 13 May 2024 22:07

Day 5 - Develop the Concepts and Proposals

Concept Idea of one of the BA2 students (Anishka) on how one of the spaces of the old library can be adapted to be converted into a theater space for the children of the community

Posted 13 May 2024 21:54

Day 5 - Develop the Concepts and Proposals

BA1 and BA2 students working in groups with the help of Master students to develop their ideas on the concepts of how the spaces of the old library will be transformed to suit the needs of the community.

Posted 13 May 2024 21:48

Group 05 / RE-IMAGINE THE HIPPODROME

Day 5 - Develop the Concepts and Proposals

Today, the students delved deeper into analysing the interior layout of the old library through collages. Among the collaborators outputs emerged a proposal to transform a section of the building into a theater, dedicated for children attending theater classes to showcase their performances.

Posted 13 May 2024 21:32

Kyungho O

Action Week: Day 5

Today, we had a passionate meeting with Mr. Tony, who has been with us since the inception of the MSA LIVE project at the end of last year. It was a moment for M.Arch, MA AR leaders, and BA & Foundation course students to present the new future facade design of Hulme Hippodrome we've been diligently preparing. From Tony, we were able to receive very constructive feedback. Following the meeting, students had time to refine the specifics of the building's new facade design based on Tony's feedback and to visualize it in appropriate ways.

Posted 13 May 2024 20:59

Group 38 / STITICHING NELSON'S SPIRIT

Sherifa Mohammed D K

May 13, 2024: Design Development

We started the day by reviewing the feedback provided by our collaborator last week and outlining the main points to consider. Following this, we individually began developing the concept. Later, we had a brief discussion to share our progress, evaluate the proposed ideas and determine the direction for the final design—whether to select one idea or combine elements from various concepts.

After lunch, we split into two groups to create a set of proper architectural drawings for the developed design.

Posted 13 May 2024 20:07

Group 12 / ELEVATE AND CELEBRATE

Day 3 was all about learning software tricks and helping students in developing their posters and installation model. Students creativity helped us understand the various design perspectives. It was a well-communicated and unique brainstorming session for the design activity.

Posted 13 May 2024 19:57

Keming Z

Action week: Day 5!

Hello, here is Keming. This is a blog for the new week.

After a weekend break, we went back to work on our project.

Some students are working on the set of drawings. They basically finished and are working on the post production. There’s a plan drawn up, needs lineweights adjusting and some furniture thrown in.

Now, we are supposed to think about visuals to send.

Posted 13 May 2024 19:07

Group 19 / REDISCOVERING CHADWICK DAM

James L

Day 05: Back At It!

Rolling into Week 02 and the students began to set off with their application of the design guide, combining all efforts to ensure the pamphlet for onsite use can allow users to appropriately navigate the park and be equally aware of areas that may have been hidden from them due to existing park conditions

Up next - Fine tuning those nodes!

Posted 13 May 2024 18:49

Group 40 / NAVIGATING STOCKPORT

Neeladit N

Day 3 of Action Week
Planning, planning, planning! The day was spent gathering data and introspecting the possibilities between the possible and the impossible. Eventually the team made some head way into a plan for the upcoming days and worked towards putting the ideas on paper.

Posted 13 May 2024 17:52