As placemaking project manager for The Cotch, I led the co-creation of a youth-centred creative studio in Walthamstow. Powered by Twntyfour and Lymore Gardens FC, The Cotch is my working studio and a space for young people to access design, culture, and self-expression. I facilitated workshops, guided the launch of a youth-led clothing line, and oversaw participation in local issues and festivals. My role combined community engagement, spatial planning, and creative direction—centred on listening to what young people want to build.