Live Projects

The Live Projects are a pioneering educational initiative introduced by the School of Architecture at the University of Sheffield. The projects draw on the School’s exceptional research base as well as the commitment, vision and resources of highly talented students. Running since 1999, the initiative is responsible for over 250 completed projects, each of which is archived below.

2013-2014

Creating a heritage learning centre at the Upper Wincobank Undenominational Chapel.

Sep 13

A cohesive refurbishment expressing the purpose and values of a charitable organisation throughout their headquarters

Sep 13

A proposal to develop the Inman Pavilion from a dated community centre into a flexible and energy-efficient building.

Sep 13

Working with S1 Artspace, a community of artists and curators, to create a feasibility strategy for the use of two future sites: Exchange Place and The Tramshed.

Sep 13

Inspiring Action in the South West Ward

Sep 13

Re-Imagining Libraries is a student run speculative project exploring strategies for the future for Sheffield community libraries. The group’s proposals include a case studies document which serves as a resource and a boardgame which works with the document as an engagement tool for community groups to reimagine the future of their local libraries.

Sep 13

Strategies and ideas to sustain Portland Works’ long term future

Sep 13

Working with LGBT Sheffield and a local Councillor to explore the possibilities of creating a permanent dedicated LGBT Space within the city centre.

Sep 13

Bringing people of difference together through the act of creating, to raise awareness of the relationship between space and interaction.

Sep 13

www.guangfutures.info is a platform to discuss the future development of GuangFu, North China. The website contains research, proposals and information about GuangFu as well as providing a platform for further discussion.

Sep 13

To design and build a new roof structure, cladding system and interior fittings for a small existing kitchen/office at the Sawmill site.

Sep 13

Designing for the implementation of a ‘Fab lab’ in Blackburn Town Centre.

Sep 13