Wilderness As Archive
While studying the site, I was captivated by the intricate relationship between nature and humanity, spanning across time and space, surface and depth. In the context of the climate and biodiversity emergency, it has never been more crucial to reconsider the roles of both human and non-human species in architectural design.This project embodies my recognition of the interconnectedness of all lives, human and non-human. The narrative of the land is not solely a human story but one that extends across generations and encompasses every species.
The movement of natural land use has always been pivotal in Manchester’s industrialization and modernization. Viewed through this natural lens, the remaining wilderness in Bradford emerges as an alternative "living" archive of the city. The wilderness, while reflecting the industrial past, continues to inscribe the ongoing history of the land.
This project aims to invite human engaging, reviving, and celebrating the unique narrative of urban wilderness through a series of architectural interventions. As part of this initiative, I have developed a comprehensive program comprising an Urban Wilderness Research Center, open to university researchers and students for the study of the city's wilderness. Additionally, a Community Library featuring a café and exhibition space will enable local communities to learn, share, and contribute to the knowledge of urban wilderness.
