Idea Submission
IAN SCULLION & LUKE PETTY
Manchester Not in Use - an exploration into the unused and under utilised spaces in our city.
Submitted by drrobertrojack.
The Proposal…
Inspired by the spontaneity of the city and under the guidance of Dr Robert Rojack, in-house flanuer at Scull E, an independent clothing company from the city of Manchester; Manchester Not in Use is the work of two young Manchester based and trained Architects, Ian Scullion & Luke Petty. Ian and Luke propose a collection of spaces in Manchester which have been charted, analysed and proposed new uses for.
The Why…
Manchester and many other cities around the UK have undergone massive redevelopment with mixed results - why reuse when you can build new? Spaces become unused and disregarded in the search of the dollar. This is our city, it’s your city; proposals must be for the betterment of the city. Empty flats and unused spaces are an indictment of failed city planning and imagination.
The Outcome…
Manchester Not in Use is a platform, the way the city is the platform, for events to occur. We appreciate this city and want to show what can be done with what we have. This investigation into the city is a natural progression of Ian & Luke’s work and studies. They have already established contact with other creative groups across the city to fulfil the promise that space offers. This then becomes an opportunity for others to showcase their talents as well as experiments into ephemeral architecture.
Redundant bus stops become cinemas, unfinished buildings become ballrooms, archways become gig venues and loading bays become areas for sport.
These aren't fixed. The spaces can change and are always in flux - like the city itself.
In their investigation into the city Ian & Luke have become voyeuristic, the streets, music, art, design, architecture, culture and anti-culture, they want more, they want to be able to offer more but not in a corporate badged way. Manchester Not in Use appears quickly and spontaneously. Offering delight and intrigue at every opportunity.
They propose to reuse the city and create events, mini and spontaneous events, constantly popping up and surprising you.
The Conclusion…
In the event they are fortunate to receive funding from Umbro Industries they will utilise the funds to pay for materials, necessary permits, advertising, creating a digital platform, the necessary equipment and to continue the dialogue with the city - finding new opportunities for existing spaces, varying in size and scale of the use.
Manchester Not in Use - The City is mine, ours, and yours.
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