Group 08
UNDER ONE ROOF

Under One Roof Since 1865, Mossley Community Centre has been serving the community through a multitude of avenues; from schools to youth centres to today’s community centre which houses a range of activities that are catered for all walks of life, big and small communities, under one roof. Under One Roof, our approach towards the refurbishment will be guided on 5 principles that are maneuverability, multi-generational, future-proofing, sustainability and community-oriented. Focusing on the toilet upgrade, sustainable and technological fabric restoration, and storage room activation, we strive to improve the user-experience of the space, and to scale up the positive impacts towards the neighborhoods.

Angeline Chia Ling O / Daixuan Z / Hanaah A / Jia Yi L / Megan T / Narkie D / Ning Z / Pablo GA / Sara Khaled Hazem Ahmed Farid E / Treasure C / Umara Mohammed K

Treasure C
Hi my name is Treasure and I am a first year Architecture undergraduate student! I am from Hong Kong and only just arrived to Manchester last September. Being exposed to a brand new environment is thrilling as I am able to experience an entirely new architectural environment and engage in new perspectives.

I am looking forward to enhancing the Mossley Community Centre as I believe architecture is a powerful tool to bring people together. By working collaboratively with our clients and prioritising community voice, I hope to contribute to creating an inclusive and impactful environment.
Posted 11 Feb 2026 17:39
Pablo GA
Hello,

My name is Pablo, and I am currently a first-year MArch student at MSA. Originally from Mexico, I have been completing my architectural education in the UK, which has allowed me to develop both an international perspective and a strong understanding of the UK design context.

Through MSA Live, I am particularly keen to strengthen my skills in teamwork, communication, and leadership. Collaborating with Mossley Community Centre presents an exciting opportunity to apply these skills in a meaningful way, contributing positively to the local community through architecture.
Posted 12 Feb 2026 17:07
Hanaah A
Hi, My name is Hanaah and I'm a first year architecture student. I'm really looking forward to working with and learning from my amazing group. I hope working with Mossley community centre will strengthen my teamwork and communication skills aswell contribute positively to the community!!
Posted 12 Feb 2026 18:19
Jia Yi L
Hello World! I am ObviousLee, though some people do still call me by my real name, Lee Jia Yi. Right now, I am on my way to finishing my Part 2 in well, MSA. Being fresh in an European country has not only widened my perspective towards the architectural education system and industry practices, but also continues to allow me to expose to culture on the other side of the world.

After our first meeting with Mossley Community Centre's representatives, through MSA Live, I am absolutely eager to work on the place with the community to continue and expand the positive impacts the centre has on its community. I love people. I enjoy architecture. Therefore, this is the sweet spot!
Posted 14 Feb 2026 16:50
Umara Mohammed K
Hello, I’m Umara Kumalia

I am from Nigeria I hold a bachelor degree in Architecture from Nile University. Following my undergraduate studies I gained valuable experience in my 2 years of work.

I am looking forward to work in a team and learn teamwork and communication skills. We are working on the Moseley community centre where we can learn about community architecture and who to build for the people.
Posted 14 Feb 2026 22:01
Angeline Chia Ling O
Hi, my name is Angeline. I’m a fifth-year Master’s student at MSA, originally from Penang, Malaysia. Studying in a different country has allowed me to broaden my perspective and deepen my understanding of diverse cultures and architectural approaches. I’m excited to continue learning, growing, and contributing through this community project.
Posted 16 Feb 2026 15:28
Daixuan Z
Hello, I'm Daixuan Zhang. an MA student in Architecture and Adaptive Reuse, and look forward to exploring this field with all of you.
Posted 16 Feb 2026 17:07
Ning Z
My name is Ning Zhang and I am student in Architecture and Adaptive Reuse. For me, architectural design is not just lines on a drawing board; it is a practice that can transform community life. I am very much looking forward to stepping out of the classroom and applying my professional knowledge to solve real-world problems in a genuine collaboration with the Mosley Community Center. In this process, I hope to learn and grow together with outstanding partners and create meaningful changes.
Posted 16 Feb 2026 17:42
Megan T
Hey, I'm Meg! I am a masters student on the course who has a passion for community orientated projects that take hands on approaches to scheme developments and feedback. I particularly enjoy adaptive reuse projects, as I believe we should be using what we have, than to create something new.
Posted 17 Feb 2026 07:49
Narkie D
Hi, My name’s Narkie Dorh and I am a first year architecture student at MSA. I love to explore architecture through a broad sense of inclusivity, community and engagement.
I am excited to collaborate with the Mosley Community Centre to redevelop their space into one that fosters a strong social and interactive space.
Posted 17 Feb 2026 14:16
Sara Khaled Hazem Ahmed Farid E
Hi I’m Sara! I’m an architecture BA1 student. I’m looking forward to honing my communication, design and problem solving skills through observing the Masters students. I’m excited to work on a formal project with collaborators to understand how an architecture project works after finishing my undergraduate degree.
Posted 17 Feb 2026 15:12
Angeline Chia Ling O
2 Feb 2026 @ Sam Alex

/ Introduction to MSA Live
First meet-up with the team! We had an icebreaker session and got to know each other better.

/ First meet up with the collaborators
First meet-up with our collaborators, welcoming Mossley Community Centre to our studio for the MSA Live project introduction.
Posted 18 Feb 2026 21:57
Angeline Chia Ling O
10 Feb 2026 @ Nancy Rothwell

/ Team Meet-Up
We had our second meeting following our session with the collaborators. During this discussion, we refined the project brief, explored poster concepts, and clarified our intentions for supporting the community. Tasks were distributed equally among the team to ensure that everyone contributes, learns, and progresses together.
Posted 18 Feb 2026 22:02
Angeline Chia Ling O
17 Feb 2026 @ Sam Alex

/ Fortnightly Progress Meeting
We continued refining the poster in preparation for publication and discussed the overall project timeline, budget considerations, ethical responsibilities, and risk assessment. We also planned our approach for the upcoming site visit on 18 February, outlining key objectives and areas to focus on.

Posted 18 Feb 2026 22:07
Angeline Chia Ling O
18 Feb 2026 @ Mossley Community Centre

/ Site Visit
MArch 1 students visited Mossley Community Centre to spend time with the community and hear their thoughts, stories, and hopes for the space. Through conversations and careful observation, we began to understand how the centre is used and what truly matters to its users. We also took measurements and documented the existing conditions to support the next stage of our design development.
Posted 18 Feb 2026 22:11