Emily Crompton

Dr. Emily Crompton is a Senior Lecturer at the Manchester School of Architecture, Manchester Metropolitan University. She specializes in participatory design practices, queer spatial theory, and inclusive architectural pedagogy. Her roles include leading the Foundation Year program, co-leading the PRAXIS atelier, and directing the MSA LIVE initiative.

• Academic focus on community-led design and spatial justice
• Collaborator with The Proud Trust and URBED cooperative
• Recipient of Colvin Prize shortlist (2025)
• Key research areas: Queer spaces, Age-friendly cities, Feminist pedagogy

Research Trends: Her work bridges architectural practice with social justice, emphasizing community engagement in urban development and space design. Recent publications explore Manchester's LGBT+ heritage, participatory methodologies, and educational reform in architecture.

Notable Projects:

• Library of Engagements (2017-ongoing): Interactive archive of community engagement techniques
• Manchester Age-Friendly Neighbourhoods (2016-2020): Participatory urban planning for aging populations
• The Proud Place (2013-2023): 10-year study of Manchester's LGBT+ Centre heritage and rebuilding

Scientific Awards:

• Colvin Prize shortlist (2025) for architectural research contribution

Community Engagement: Emily leads public walking tours and virtual exhibitions about Manchester's LGBT+ history, including the 31st-anniversary tour of the UK's first purpose-built gay center. She actively contributes to policy discussions on queer space preservation through webinars and public events.