Final Thesis Briefing Document

In this briefing document, I outline the conceptual framework for my final thesis project centred on creating an 'interactive space' in Bath Quays Waterside. My project aims to address two critical issues: exploring Bath's past and the Bath Quays area's adaptations through various eras and tackling current men's mental health challenges. Key elements of my project include an immersive archaeology discovery hub showcasing Bath's multifaceted history through interactive exhibits, integrating artefacts, physical models, and digital technologies to highlight the area's evolution, and a men's wellness network providing judgement-free spaces for men facing mental health challenges, offering activities and de-stigmatised counselling.

I have informed my project through extensive research into Bath's historical context, the changing landscape of Bath Quays, alarming statistics on men's mental health issues, and the importance of biodiversity conservation. I draw inspiration from case studies such as the Museum of London Docklands, Being Brunel Museum, and Maggie's Nottingham. My design approach prioritises participatory architecture to reveal the area's historical narratives, creating inclusive forums for addressing men's mental health, environmental sustainability and biodiversity preservation.

This thesis represents a culmination of my investigations into Bristol and Bath's efforts to revive their sociocultural identities, aiming to create a space that interweaves past and present while addressing crucial contemporary issues and showcasing the dynamic history of Bath Quays.