Jacob Hodgson
First Year, Master of Architecture
Atelier: Infrastructure Space

After earning my architecture degree from the University of Nottingham in 2023 and completing my …More
Posted 12 May 2025 10:55
Initial Work

As part of our initial work in preparation for the Action Weeks, we organised a site visit as a group to better understand the unique project and initiate a working …More
Posted 12 May 2025 11:01
Site Introduction

Following our exploration of the site with our collaborators Hayley and Dan, we were informed that this is where Stamford Parkrun takes place. Is this an event …More
Posted 12 May 2025 17:10
Preparation Work

To ensure we are well prepared for the upcoming activities, we have prepared essential materials as a group to help with the conceptual design work and community …More
Posted 12 May 2025 17:35
Action Week One Outline Work

As part of Week 1, we aim to initiate our group working, using client consultation and data-driven design to establish a foundation for our designs. …More
Posted 12 May 2025 17:35
Day 01: Group and Project Introductions

It was a good first day of Action Weeks. All our additional students joined the team for an initial briefing on campus before we headed out …More
Posted 12 May 2025 17:36
Day 02 - AM: Consultation Review and Concept Development

The morning began with a deep dive into the consultation feedback gathered on Day 01. Each group shared their insights, and …More
Posted 16 May 2025 10:28
Day 02 - PM: Site Analysis and Initial Design Work

In the afternoon, we transitioned from ideas to sketches. Using the site analysis and feedback as a guide, each group began to …More
Posted 16 May 2025 12:26
Day 03: Developing and Finalising Designs

Today was all about pushing our design ideas forward and refining them into presentable outputs. Each group continued building on their …More
Posted 16 May 2025 12:28
Day 04: Interim Client Review

As part of our ongoing relationship and collaboration with Tameside Council, we scheduled an interim review, which provided an opportunity to present …More
Posted 22 May 2025 14:38
Day 05: Phase 1 Revisions and Wider Vision Definition

With the encouraging feedback from our Phase 1 work in mind, each group is back to the drawing board as alterations are to …More
Posted 22 May 2025 15:03
Day 06: Stamford Park Run

From as early as our first client meeting at the beginning of this project, we were encouraged to engage with community events within Chadwick Dam to heighten …More
Posted 22 May 2025 15:17
Action Week Two Outline Work

Week 2 follows a more streamlined approach to the project, focusing on final outcomes and client presentations. As postgraduate students, we have coordinated …More
Posted 22 May 2025 15:49
Day 07: Phase 2 Development and Finalisation

As we approach our final client meeting on Wednesday, the groups progressed their design work, focusing on the key outputs required for …More
Posted 22 May 2025 15:49
Day 08: Presentation Preparation

Day 8 was our penultimate group meeting before our final client review. Before the review, it was important for all our groups to have a solid understanding …More
Posted 22 May 2025 16:03
Day 09 - AM: Mock Presentations

As part of our preparation for the client review, we came together in the morning to finalise and presentation work and undergo a few mock presentations …More
Posted 22 May 2025 16:11
Day 09 - Lunch: Mini Social and Celebrations

As this was our final big day in the MSA Live Module, we felt like treating ourselves to a pizza party to say thank you for all the hard …More
Posted 22 May 2025 16:21
Day 09 - PM: Final Client Presentations

During the afternoon session of the final day, we greeted Dan and Ayeesha at the Geoffry Manton Building and were eager to show them our projects. …More
Posted 22 May 2025 16:35
Project Completion!!!

There we have it. After two full weeks of design development, community engagement, and client collaboration, we have successfully delivered and even exceeded …More
Posted 22 May 2025 16:44