Earlier this year, FutureEverything was invited to take part in MSA Live 24, hosted by the brilliant Manchester School of Architecture, a collaboration between Manchester Metropolitan University and The University of Manchester currently placed 5th in the world in the QS 2023 Architecture rankings.
MSA Live 24 is an initiative that integrates education with real-world impact through student-led projects. The programme brings community groups, organisations, and Master of Architecture students together to collaborate on active projects in Greater Manchester and the North West. With a strong focus on social impact, MSA Live calls for students to apply their skills in innovative ways and address the needs of local communities directly.
This year, MSA Live draws attention to the industrial town of Stockport. A heritage-rich town once at the centre for the hatting and silk industry, Stockport is currently undergoing a three-year reinvigoration initiative to transform its historic town centre into a sustainable, world-leading digital arts neighbourhood.
As part of the MSA Live programme, FutureEverything have supported Group 34 MSA students who have developed a project that will engage and inspire Stockport communities and challenge perceptions about art, architecture and public space. Through site visit tours and guided mentoring sessions, led by our producer Jonathan McGrath, Group 34 analysed the different town centre environments; developed an understanding of the local audiences and their needs; and created the blueprints for an inspiring pop-up creative hub for the people of Stockport.