Statement
Manchester School of Architecture (MSA) is like no other in the country with its deep connection with the city it dwells in. I was born into a family of architects, familiar with all kinds of design, ranging from graphic, fashion, and industrial design to architectural design, and I realized at an early age that all kinds of art forms are deeply connected. Manchester, a vibrant and diverse city with abundant cultural resources is a wonderful space to be young and learn. Moreover, being a contemporary architect means operating in a complex urban setting and reconciling the collision of the old and new in an architectural way. MSA’s courses designed with conscious attention to the city's history and the abundant design practices in the city can prepare me to be a brave while historically responsible designer in the contemporary world. Talking about leveraging traditional and vernacular cultural resources to adapt to contemporary spatial needs, the Suzhou Museum designed b...
