Foreword

“The links forged between University of Ulster and East Belfast Partnership through this project will undoubtedly lead to greater opportunities to collaborate on future projects. The architectural knowledge of the students involved from the university, as well as their resolve to engage with the wider community has made this collaboration an overwhelming success from our perspective.” Maurice Kinkead, Chief Exec. East Belfast Partnership.

“SIB are delighted to have supported the professional development work of M Arch students at the School of Architecture, University of Ulster. Using ‘live’ projects to provide students with experience of working with real clients is an innovative approach that will deliver tangible benefits. Working with Universities is an important aspect of the SIB’s overall remit. We have been pleased to support the process of consultation and engagement with the East Belfast community in urban regeneration projects. The involvement of students in projects such as the Holywood Arches as part of their studies is a significant element of this work. It is extremely important that students going on to those professions involved in the physical development of our environment are looking at the wider consultation, design and procurement issues. Projects like this