Hi, my name is Niamh and I’m an MArch 1 student at the Manchester School of Architecture, where I also completed my undergraduate degree. I completed my Part 1 placement at John McCall Architects in Liverpool and continue to work there alongside my master’s studies.

Through both practice and university projects, I’ve developed a strong interest in user-centred design and sustainability, with a focus on creating practical, well-considered spaces.

I’m looking forward to working on a live project and collaborating with the client and local community to deliver a thoughtful and effective proposal.

Session 2: Brainstorms, Bold Ideas & Mild Chaos

Today was where the creativity began. Armed with our own ideas, we dove into brainstorming concepts for the group’s poster and name. Some of us flying solo like lone geniuses, others teaming up to bounce ideas around like a high-stakes game of creative ping-pong.

The room quickly filled with everything from “this could actually work” to “wait… what is that? Somehow, through the chaos, patterns started to emerge. Debates were had, sketches were scribbled, and a few questionable names were (thankfully) left behind.

By the end, we managed to land on a concept that everyone could get behind. It’s still a work in progress, but it’s got potential, personality, and just the right amount of chaos baked in.

Next stop: refining, developing, and turning this spark into something submission-ready. Stay tuned.