I had the privilege of visiting the Manchester School of Architecture multiple times. During the open day on the 13th of October, I was given a tour by a fifth-year student. I was impressed by the student tour guides enthusiasm and the quality of the facilities provided by both UoM and MMU. Having educated current world-renowned architects such as Stephen Hodder, Norman Foster and many more, it is evident that MSA provides its students with the knowledge and experience to accomplish great feats. Studying architecture at MSA would allow me to confidently discuss and showcase my design ideas to experienced architects. I am certain that this course would challenge me as well as develop my problem-solving skills, preparing me for the obstacles I will face in this profession.
My favourite building is the National Theatre of Bahrain, designed by AS Architecture Studio. The theatre was completed in 2012 and has hosted exceptional events for visitors ever since. My favourite element of the building is the aluminium-woven canopy which aims to replicate Bahrain's traditional wicker rooftops; the thin columns that hold up the canopy make it seem as if it is floating over the water. The auditorium is situated within a giant gold enclosed shell, where the rest of the building is built around it. The entire building is a built celebration of Bahrain’s history.
I have recently visited the Coal Drops Yard in Kings Cross, London which was designed by Thomas Heatherwick, a graduate of Three Dimensional Design at MMU. I was captivated by the curved roofs that reach out and join together above the centre of the shopping centres path without the use of columns. The slightly curved windows, which also join together below the interlocking roofs, make the structure feel weightless and unstable. I believe Heatherwick and his team successfully create a memorable experience for the visitors of the shopping complex, one that I had the privilege of experiencing myself.
I would like to visit the Pantheon in Rome as I am fascinated by the way in which it was built. The Pantheon is home to the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world and is known for its large oculus located directly above the centre. Due to its massive size, the dome needed to be lightened as much as possible; this was done by reducing the weight of the materials used between the walls, and the thickness of the dome as it approaches the top. I am also fascinated by the attention to detail and the fact that a perfectly sized 43.4-meter diameter sphere could fit under its dome. I would love to stand under the oculus at noon and appreciate this architectural wonder.
My favourite building is the National Theatre of Bahrain, designed by AS Architecture Studio. The theatre was completed in 2012 and has hosted exceptional events for visitors ever since. My favourite element of the building is the aluminium-woven canopy which aims to replicate Bahrain's traditional wicker rooftops; the thin columns that hold up the canopy make it seem as if it is floating over the water. The auditorium is situated within a giant gold enclosed shell, where the rest of the building is built around it. The entire building is a built celebration of Bahrain’s history.
I have recently visited the Coal Drops Yard in Kings Cross, London which was designed by Thomas Heatherwick, a graduate of Three Dimensional Design at MMU. I was captivated by the curved roofs that reach out and join together above the centre of the shopping centres path without the use of columns. The slightly curved windows, which also join together below the interlocking roofs, make the structure feel weightless and unstable. I believe Heatherwick and his team successfully create a memorable experience for the visitors of the shopping complex, one that I had the privilege of experiencing myself.
I would like to visit the Pantheon in Rome as I am fascinated by the way in which it was built. The Pantheon is home to the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world and is known for its large oculus located directly above the centre. Due to its massive size, the dome needed to be lightened as much as possible; this was done by reducing the weight of the materials used between the walls, and the thickness of the dome as it approaches the top. I am also fascinated by the attention to detail and the fact that a perfectly sized 43.4-meter diameter sphere could fit under its dome. I would love to stand under the oculus at noon and appreciate this architectural wonder.
