Group 12 TALK SHOP (Posted 3 Mar 2026 19:20) – MSA LIVE 26

Hey, I am Nandi Mahlangu currently doing my first year in Architecture, at Manchester School of Architecture.

As an international student from South Africa I’ve been exposed to a rich diversity of cultures, traditions and various equality issues that have driven my fondness for architecture.

I find interest in how people inhabit space. I am intrigued by the ways individuals adapt and reinterpret even the intended use of a place. To me, architecture is dynamic it evolves with the people who occupy it. One of my main motivations for studying architecture is the desire to contribute meaningfully to communities that are often marginalised or overlooked.

This project felt well suited to my interests of engaging with the needs of voices that are not always heard. I am eager to explore how it will deepen my understanding of design as both a creative and socially responsive practice, especially as I continue learning in a new country and gaining wider perspectives through travel.

Posted 3 Mar 2026 19:20