Group 18
THE CANOPY COLLECTIVE

Growing Togetherness CIC in Buile Hill Park, Salford, welcomes everyone of all ages and backgrounds into their community. Our involvement is to design a structure within the community garden which provides shelter for the processing and working of the willow that they grow. This structure should be resourceful in its constitution and in keeping with the natural surroundings. We hope we can help them with this new intervention, which is just one part of their greater scheme of garden improvements.

Frances R / Huigen K / Renyou L / Tsz Kiu Jackie C / Wen L / William G

Frances R
Hi, Im Frances!

Alelier: Continuity

I competed my undergraduate at Oxford Brookes University and worked in practice for a few years before coming to MSA to do my part 2 in Architecture.

I am really interested in gardeing and growing produce so I am looking forward to working with Growing Togetherness CIC to not only improve their garden space, but also take away some tips for my own. I am also excited to be working with students from all year groups in the action weeks and hopefully come up with something that that Growing Togetherness CIC want to see built.
Posted 23 Feb 2025 19:08
Tsz Kiu Jackie C
Hello, I am Jackie!

Atelier: Flux

I graduated from the University of Hong Kong for my undergraduate and worked in practice for a year before pursuing my masters degree in MSA.

Having experiences in multiple participatory design engagements in my personal journey, I am really excited about the MSA live project with Growing Togetherness CIC and the community of Buile Hill Park. I am looking forward to working with our teammates and the community, and I wish we can create something together that benefit the garden and the people!
Posted 24 Feb 2025 12:34
Renyou L
Hi, I'm Julien!

Discipline: Architecture and Adaptive Reuse

I'm from China. Before coming to MSA, I completed my undergraduate studies in urban planning at Nanjing Tech University and worked in a planning institute for a period of time.

My hometown is surrounded by mountains, so I have always had a sense of affinity with nature. I am looking forward to working with Growing Togetherness CIC to apply my experience in architectural studies to community practice. I'm also excited to work with undergraduate students during the action week, so that we can enjoy the process together.
Posted 24 Feb 2025 17:05
Wen L
Hi, I'm Wen
I hold a bachelor's degree in Architecture from Sichuan Agricultural University and have gained several years of work experience at a Beijing-based architectural design firm. Subsequently, I decided to join the MSA Part 2 architectural program, focusing on the intricate relationships among architecture, human emotions and the natural environment.
I am delighted to be involved in the Growing Togetherness CIC project, a group of passionate individuals about nature. What particularly excites me is the vibrancy and charm of their garden, and I look forward to designing a space that more vividly conveys the theme of human interaction with nature. I am also eager to collaborate with students from various grades to create something truly exhilarating.
Posted 26 Feb 2025 16:10
Huigen K
Hi, I’m Huigen!

Atelier: CPU

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Taylor University Malaysia and pursued my Master’s in Architecture at MSA. Passionate about sustainable design and community-driven projects, I thrive on creating spaces that inspire and bring people together.

Joining the Growing Togetherness CIC initiative excites me because it allows me to collaborate with a diverse community, contribute innovative ideas, and see sustainable solutions come to life. Through this project, I hope to gain hands-on experience in community engagement, explore creative approaches to eco-friendly architecture, and help create a lasting social impact. I look forward to designing spaces that not only serve functional needs but also foster education, connection, and sustainability.
Posted 5 Mar 2025 22:22
Frances R
The Brief:
Growing Togetherness CIC in Buile Hill Park, Salford, welcomes everyone of all ages and backgrounds into their community to share the work and rewards of the garden space they collectively cultivate.
Our involvement is to design and present a proposal for a structure within the community garden which provides shelter for the processing and working of the willow that they grow. This structure should be in keeping with the natural surroundings and resourceful; made from found, natural or recycled materials. 
This community has big plans and bundles of enthusiasm for how they can further evolve. We hope we can help them with this new intervention, which is just one part of their greater scheme of garden improvements.
Posted 7 Mar 2025 12:44
William G
Hi, Im Will

Atelier: & Architecture

I studied architecture at Liverpool John Moores University before moving to Manchester to begin working as a Part 1 at AEW Architects, where I am currently employed while also studying at MSA.

I love being outdoors and am passionate about sustainable design, so I’m really excited to be working on a community project like this. I’m eager to collaborate closely with Growing Togetherness CIC and help bring their vision to life. I’m also looking forward to learning from both my group and the Growing Togetherness CIC team, as their knowledge will offer valuable insights and inspire new ideas that I can apply to any future sustainable projects I work on.
Posted 8 Mar 2025 14:25