Miles J Phillips

I have recently been working in Pune, Maharashtra with the Indian NGO Shelter Associates. In my time here, I've been developing some short documentary-style promotional videos to spread awareness about the plight of slum dwellers and explain the various projects in which Shelter are involved. For Marathi versions of the videos please contact me.

une ecole libre disséminé: 6th Year Project, University of Sheffield

The build up of human knowledge that we call learning happens constantly throughout our lives in infinitely varied contexts. From the safe immersive environment provided by formal schooling to everyday interactions to extraordinary life changing events. In formal education, children learn within the safety and control of the class- room environment, largely from second-hand media. The thesis of this project is that progressive and immersive teaching practices can be enabled by reimagining spaces of learning as hands-on tools for experiencing the world.

Cross-studio Presentation

A video introducing Rurban, the research theme for Studio 2 2010, University of Sheffield.

urban agriculture prototype

The ECOroof prototype was constructed as part of a University of Sheffield live project

a hyperlocal radio station for Stallingborough: 5th Year Project, University of Sheffield

Local radio stations usually cover a large metropolitan or county area. However, a hyperlocal station, covering just one village, could be a fascinating exercise in establishing community coherence. By involving as many locals as possible in the construction and running of the station, a real sense of ownership can develop, vitally necessary for the success of any long-term social project.

In the project Talking Place, I have explored how one village might be brought together and engage in positive change through a long-term self build program at the heart of the community.

Local radio stations usually cover a large metropolitan or county area. However, a hyperlocal station, covering just one village, could be a fascinating exercise in establishing community coherence. By involving as many locals as possible in the construction and running of the station, a real sense of ownership can develop, vitally necessary for the success of any long-term social project.