Group 09
WINDOW INTO LINDOW

Here is Window into Lindow! We are working with the Lindow Moss Landscape Partnership to create a special architectural heritage trail. The project combines cultural heritage, nature, tourism and community, aiming to raise awareness of the peat bog to transform it into a sustainable landscape. Our focus is providing interactions with throughout the site to aid the ecosystem and enhance the environment. By upgrading the existing Heritage Trail and adding a new Architecture Trail, we will aim to encourage deeper interaction between people and the place in different ways. We will choose materials and strategies that interact with the local ecology and peat to create an attractive, eco-friendly temporary space or landscape features. In the future, we hope this project will transform Lindow Moss into a vibrant space that provides a unique experience for both the community and visitors.

Jiayu L / Liam R / Luke F / Muye W / Xiaohan M

Muye W
Our first visit to the site was with Jack, who guided us along the scenic Heritage Trail, a 3.5-mile path that passes through the unique peat bog. Jack shared information about the peat, the bog's ecosystem, and we learned about the surrounding buildings and the lives of local residents.
Posted 10 Mar 2025 11:35
Xiaohan M
Hello, my name is Xiaohan Ma, and I am currently studying Adaptive Reuse at MSA. I previously earned my bachelor's degree in architecture from the University of Liverpool.
I chose the Lindow Moss project because I am particularly interested in the relationship between architecture, people, and nature. The Lindow Moss project provides a unique opportunity to explore how design can contribute to both conservation and community engagement.
Through this project, I look forward to learning more about designing within a nature reserve while considering cultural heritage, environmental recovery and community well-being.
Posted 10 Mar 2025 18:48
Liam R
- I'm Liam!
- MArch I
- Continuity

I enjoy exploring how designs can be adapted for alternative uses, ensuring versatility and sustainability in architectural practice. My approach combines creativity with thoughtful consideration, aiming to shape spaces that are both functional and visually impactful.

During my undergraduate studies at Coventry University, I began to develop a deeper understanding of how architecture influences the world around us. I focused on the connection between designs, their surrounding context, and the communities they serve.

In my professional experience I’ve had the opportunity to contribute to various residential projects. Passionate about blending modern and classical design elements.

The MSA LIVE project particularly caught my attention, as it embraces nature and the outdoors in a meaningful way. I’m excited by the enthusiasm and strong engagement of the collaborators at Groundworks, and I look forward to collaborating with like-minded individuals to increase the exposure of Lindow Moss
Posted 10 Mar 2025 19:11
Muye W
Hi, I am Muye！
I am currently studying in MA Architecture and Adaptive Reuse. Before this, I studied the transformation of historic districts and urban villages in Shenzhen University, and I gained one year of practical experience in Chinese historic building restoration in research institute. I really enjoy uncovering the historical stories behind buildings, and I also love hiking and mountain climbing.
I am very excited to be part of the Lindow Moss. This peat bog is rich in history and culture and also serves as a unique space where natural ecology, architecture, and cultural heritage intersect. I look forward to exploring Lindow Moss with you, discovering both enjoyment and inspiration.
Posted 10 Mar 2025 20:23
Luke F
- I'm Luke!
- MArch I
- Continuity

I'm particularly interested in cultural and theoretical narratives and how they can enhance and engage with a place. Studying in Continuity has consolidated my interests in contextual architecture, heritage and history.

For my undergrad, I studied at the University of Nottingham, focusing on crafting stories through architecture and deeply linking the building to its users or communities.

After completing my undergrad, I worked for DLG Architects based in Leeds particpating in a mix of large scale commercial and industrial projects. Following this, I worked at HG2 Architects; a small practice located in Harrogate with an eye for contextual detail with a contemporary approach.

I chose this MSA Live project due to the rich history of Lindow Moss and its expansive ecology at risk due to Peat extraction. The collaborators at Groundworks are enthusiastic and are strongly engaged in the project. I look forward to the two weeks in which we'll venture to the site and have fun creating outputs Groundworks can use to increase exposure of Lindow Moss
Posted 25 Mar 2025 11:10