University of Plymouth showcases waterfront repair hub and regenerative lab projects
Student projects at the University of Plymouth's School of Art, Design and Architecture have showcased innovative approaches to civic and environmental architecture. Highlights include a waterfront repair and reuse hub, a seabed laboratory aimed at regeneration, and a plan to clean polluted harbour waters. These works, stemming from the BA (Hons) Architecture and Master of Architecture programs, emphasize material reuse, ecological restoration, and community involvement. Notable contributions include Zi Jie Chan's 'In Mutual Dependence,' Ben Howley's 'The Seabed Laboratory,' and Charlie Hirst's 'Molecular Microplasti[cities].' Additionally, Ciaran Halpin's 'Civic Assemblage' and Oliver Mowbray's 'The Generative Library' redefine the university's impact. The projects received guidance from tutors including Alessandro Aurigi and Nikolina Bobic.
Key facts
- University of Plymouth School of Art, Design and Architecture showcased student projects.
- Projects include a waterfront repair and reuse hub, a seabed laboratory, and a harbour water transformation proposal.
- Courses involved: BA (Hons) Architecture and Master of Architecture.
- Tutors: Alessandro Aurigi, Nikolina Bobic, Ricky Burke, Graham Devine, Mathew Emmett, Andy Humphreys, Sana Murrani.
- Key project: 'In Mutual Dependence' by Zi Jie Chan focuses on craft and material reuse on Plymouth's waterfront.
- Key project: 'The Seabed Laboratory' by Ben Howley proposes a research facility for seabed regeneration.
- Key project: 'Molecular Microplasti[cities]' by Charlie Hirst addresses microplastic pollution on Plymouth's waterfront.
- Projects explore civic, environmental, and material practices in architecture.
Entities
Artists
- Alessandro Aurigi
- Nikolina Bobic
- Ricky Burke
- Graham Devine
- Mathew Emmett
- Andy Humphreys
- Sana Murrani
- Zi Jie Chan
- Ben Howley
- Charlie Hirst
- Ciaran Halpin
- Oliver Mowbray
- Libby Volokh
- Holly Salmons
- Freya Marchant
- Yola Troughton
- Alastair Freeman
Institutions
- University of Plymouth
- School of Art, Design and Architecture
- Dezeen
Locations
- Plymouth
- United Kingdom
- Plymouth Sound
- Armada Way
- Plymouth Fisheries
- Fish Quay
- Cornwall
Sources
- Dezeen —