Thesis Project: Why Did(n’t) You Leave?  Awarded the RCA School of Architecture Climate/Spatial Justice Prize 2024

Project exhibited RCA SuperReuse, Milan Design Week, Interdependence, Designing Relationships April 2024

Project researches the relationship between violence and inequality, revealing the systemic devaluation of women’s lives.  Despite legislative efforts globally, gender inequality persists due to entrenched patriarchal systems, perpetuating discrimination, and violence against women.

Why Did(n’t) You Leave?, is a powerful and meaningful project which aims to highlight the significance of creating empowering environments for survivors of domestic abuse. It advocates for societal change and increased funding to support women and marginalised groups in urban environments. Central to the project is the repurposing of a former factory on Gillender Street, London, into a safe transitional  home, community education centre and art gallery addressing societal norms and gender based violence. Why Did(n’t) You Leave? challenges the notions of design including utilising analogue and digital deconstructed, blended methodologies and critiques both patriarchy and gentrification, promoting a care centred approach to urban planning. By prioritising the needs of all members of society, especially those most vulnerable to foster truly inclusive and equitable cities on a global scale.