Architect at Pringle Richards Sharratt

My experience at University of Nottingham was life changing. I learnt the essential knowledge and skills in delivering a scheme from scratch. I also explored my interest in installation designs and met a diverse group of talented course mates. University of Nottingham gave me a lot of opportunities to explore my interests and the staff were very supportive.

 

What did you do after you graduated?

I graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture (Part 1) in 2017. I always wanted to become an architect, so I started my Part 1 placement in London after a two-month summer break.

Where did your career take you next?

I really enjoyed the experience and projects I worked on during my Part 1 placement, and I wanted to pursue a master's degree, so I applied for a few master's courses (Part 2). I decided to go with the Bartlett School of Architecture at University College London (UCL) and completed my course in 2020, qualifying as an architect in 2022. I am now working as an architect at Pringle Richards Sharratt.

What is your favourite thing about your job?

Imagining and shaping spaces around people is really intriguing to me. I enjoy the process of designing, coordinating and engaging with users to explore the possibilities outside the brief.

How did your time at university help shape your career? 

My experience at University of Nottingham was life changing. I learnt the essential knowledge and skills in delivering a scheme from scratch. I also explored my interest in installation designs and met a diverse group of talented course mates. University of Nottingham gave me a lot of opportunities to explore my interests and the staff were very supportive.  

I developed a solid foundation of knowledge during my time at University of Nottingham which set an important ground for pursuing a much more conceptual and imaginative career as an architect.

What has your University of Nottingham experience meant to you?

University of Nottingham was the place where I met friends to design and build the ‘Mementto Timber Pavilion’ for the London Festival of Architecture (LFA) 2019. I have explored my interest further by designing and delivering ‘The Friendly Blob’ with Jelly Collaborative for the LFA 2021. I look forward to exploring my side hustles further in the future.

What did you enjoy about your social time here?

I enjoyed joining different voluntary events during my time at University of Nottingham. In my spare time, I loved strolling around the university, the city centre and Beeston with my friends. These friends also became my travel buddies, and we travelled around Europe together.