Hi, I’m Lou! I’m studying my Master of Architecture. I’m particular interested in Feminist spaces as well as biophilia in design. The Forest School project is very exciting for me as an outdoor activity instructor and Scout leader, because I love the concept of teaching children to be happy outside and using the life skills that you learn from a young age. I hope to bring my experience of the outdoors to this project, as well as my model making skills for the final output!

The Site Visit
On 5th February, we went to explore our site, which was a garden recently cleared of brambles and overgrowth. Next to the built playground, fenced off around the edges, we could see some possibilities for the site. Tree stumps and brick edging, could this be used in the designs? And of course we have to note the little toys found throughout the land, a little unicorn duck being my personal favourite! The space has so much potential, we're excited to see where this goes.

Welcome to week 1 of the Forest School project !

We're so exciting to get started and see this unfold. We've been busy preparing for the first few days, keep your eyes peeled for more information soon !

We have a week full of fun activities and creative opportunities! We aim to end the week with a presentation at our collaborators in the Burnside Center showing off the work we’ve produced during this first development week :)