Group 20 DENS OF DISCOVERY (Posted 24 Feb 2026 22:48) – MSA LIVE 26

Umar Mahmood

MArch 1 // &rchitecture
[Atelier]

Hello, my name is Umar! I'm from Birmingham, and I completed my undergraduate degree at Coventry University. I then completed my year-out as part of the Urban Design team at an architectural practice in Coventry. Throughout my studies and professional practice, I have developed an interest in designing architectural solutions to address complex social issues, such as workplace mental health, apathy, and loneliness in later living, implementing innovative design strategies with sustainably sourced construction materials. AND's focus on solving real-world issues through community engagement workshops and exploration of form through modelling and mapping exercises provided an opportunity to explore my interests through developing an adapative reuse of an old Tudor town hall.

I am looking forward to getting involved on the ground at Macclesfield to work on the Dens of Discovery project with the Common Land Collective. I am particularly excited to investigate which recycled materials we can use to build dens and habitats for the wildlife of Macclesfield, while teaching residents about sustainable construction and wildlife preservation.

Posted 24 Feb 2026 22:48

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