Stephen McCusker RIBA RIAS FHEA is appointed part-time as a Senior Lecturer at the Manchester School of Architecture where he combines his research interests with his ongoing practise as an Architect-Director at Loop Systems Co-operative - an award-winning, Manchester-based practice - where he delivers value-led projects. His work and research largely focuses on co-operation, the co-operative movement and the re-appropriation of existing buildings for the social solidarity economy; including many community-led ventures. He is currently working with both MArch and BA teams at the MSA in parallel to his ongoing role on the Architects Registration Board.
As an experienced ARB prescribed examiner, Part 3 examiner, year leader and teacher of Architecture & Design Thinking, Stephen continues to bringing his professional, academic and leadership expertise to the role; building on his knowledge of a broad range of project types ranging from furniture to museums and responsible material selection.