Category Archives: Blog.

It’s been quite awhile since my last post and quite a lot of things have been happening. After volunteering with The Architecture Centre in Bristol I took my first Architectural Assistant position as an Intern with Engineering Ministries International. I … Continue reading →

Now I do intend to investigate this, but I just heard a worrying remark (I wont call it fact just yet). My skin literally tingled with the enormity of this statement –   In the UK we only have 100 … Continue reading →

Today I saw a flyer – bold typeface and funky graphics call for us to #BuildaBetterBritain RIBA are responding to the forthcoming election and calling us to consider how the Government responds to and respects the importance of the built … Continue reading →

‘Architecture is at its best when it is collaborative.’ To paraphrase a quote – ‘An engineer is an expert in one thing, the architect is knowledgeable about many.’ Architecture thrives on its responses to multiple issues, across varied professions. From being sustainable … Continue reading →

Elapsing – has roots in Latin meaning to slip away, glide. I have been thinking about writing recently, or lack thereof in terms of this blog, and am slightly shocked to see my last post is dated as November. Writing out … Continue reading →

I recently came across the following article about housing provision. It is these sorts of initiatives that I would like to learn more about, and become involved in. I love the empowerment and provision for those less fortunate, or with … Continue reading →

I was at a Vintage Fair about a week ago and it’s interesting who you might meet. I love vintage things – from finding books, to jewellery or kitchen items – there is something about the history and design which … Continue reading →

I have written a previous post which choose to focus on the relational aspects of neighbourhood. There is benefit in diversity to create a richer experience of life, and of human culture. If we consider the architecture of neighbourhoods though … Continue reading →

I recently visited Alaska, and I was struck by the architectural vernacular here. It reminds me of my first visit to Ireland, when I began my degree. Architecture can be an identifying factor in a place. In Alaska the architecture is typically two storeys, particularly … Continue reading →

Following the #antihomelessspikes controversy there have been swaths of news articles about how we see and treat the homeless of our towns, cities, and countries. Often it is categorised as a problem which needs to be solved. I hate that, … Continue reading →