Please revise, refine and polish the following Statement of Intent, 要求：
1. 帮助我反思我对建筑领域的兴趣
2. 描述建筑对您的意义来让University of Manitoba的招生委员会更好地了解我是谁
3. 请用英文完成
Statement of Intent
Dear Admissions Committee,

I am writing to express my interest in the field of architecture and to apply for admission to the University of Manitoba. I would like to use this opportunity to reflect on my passion for architecture, describe its significance in my life, and provide you with a better understanding of who I am.

From a young age, I was fascinated by architecture as a result of having a famous architect as a relative. Visiting his design institute as a child and seeing the various building models felt like entering a miniature world, a home for my toys. Looking at his hand-drawn sketches and the abundance of design drawings on his desk, I felt that this was an incredibly enjoyable profession. Walking down the streets, I often encountered buildings designed by him, and I couldn’t help but feel proud to tell my classmates that he was my relative. Thus, from an early age, I developed a strong interest in the art of constructing buildings, and this interest ultimately led me to choose architecture as my major in university.

When I first started studying architecture, I asked my professors for recommended reading lists. However, they told me that it was challenging to provide one, as architects should have knowledge from a wide range of fields. Over time, I have come to appreciate that architecture is a highly interdisciplinary subject. It is a product of social development, art, and even religious and cultural influences.

People often say that “architecture is frozen music.” Throughout history, architecture has often reflected different societies and their cultural traditions. For example, traditional Chinese wooden architecture and ancient European stone masonry architecture directly reflect the distinct social traditions, religious cultures, and aesthetics of these two regions.

After more than a century of development, modernist architecture has now formed extremely diverse theoretical directions. It enriches society and culture from multiple perspectives, providing the most direct and unique cultural impact and experience. Personally, I am particularly fond of some Southeast Asian architectural styles that match the local climate, such as those found in Singapore. These buildings respond to natural climates through spatial and green facades, creating microenvironments. They themselves are the most important material carriers of local regional culture. I also admire Japanese architecture, especially the works of Tadao Ando and Kazuyo Sejima. Through different materials, construction methods, and spatial treatments, their architecture represents contemporary Japanese cultural values from various angles, influencing people around them and inspiring their creativity and aesthetic sense.

Architecture is a fusion of technology and art. We embrace technology, create artistic value, address practical functional needs, and enhance public vitality. Ultimately, architecture becomes the most important component of cultural diversity.

The construction industry in China has experienced a rapid expansion, and in the midst of this bustling era, I have often contemplated what this “prosperity” has brought us. When I return from Beijing to my hometown 1200 kilometers away or travel to more distant places, I feel that each city or newly developed area looks incredibly similar. If it weren’t for hearing the accents of people around me or experiencing the different local cuisines, I could hardly perceive any differences in city architecture.

The excessive and rapid construction in the architecture industry has left us with little time to reflect on how to embody the locality of architecture. We often focus too much on the form and facade of buildings, but pay little attention to the relationship between architecture and the environment, the relationship between architecture and local social culture, the relationship between architecture and cutting-edge construction technologies and materials, and even the experience of the users. Therefore, during my master’s studies, I believe it is an excellent opportunity to pause and reflect. I want to explore and learn advanced design thinking, such as how to make buildings better adapt to future social changes, climate change, and an aging society. I also want to delve into architectural energy-saving and green building technologies.

During my trip to Japan in 2019, I visited the Chichu Art Museum on Naoshima Island, designed by Tadao Ando, specifically for the Monet exhibition. I fell in love with this building. Entering the museum through a relatively dim corridor and stepping into the immaculate space, I felt as though my soul had been purified. Monet’s water lilies were embedded in the pure white walls, and the floor, also white, was intricately paved with square pebbles, creating a highly detailed surface. What impressed me the most was Ando’s ingenious lighting design for the exhibition halls. The entire museum is an earth-covered structure, with the exhibition halls located underground. Ando skillfully brings indirect natural light into the interior through skylights and the ceiling. Visitors feel the presence of light, yet cannot see the source. The light reflects off the ceiling onto the surrounding exhibition walls, naturally cascading down, providing a “soft and mysterious” visiting experience. At the same time, this clever treatment allows the play of light and shadow within the exhibition halls to undergo subtle changes over time and gives visitors a different spatial perception.

“Harry Potter,” created by J.K. Rowling, has constructed a magical world that captivates readers. It is a world filled with rich elements of fantasy, including magic, wizards, and magical creatures. I love Harry Potter because of the message that “love can change lives.” Maternal love is truly great, and the magical world is full of wonders and adventures. The love and care given to the children give them the courage to take risks and explore the unknown. This love and care give the children the courage to pursue their dreams and to remain strong and brave in the face of difficulties.

Of course, Harry Potter also includes fantastic descriptions of the architecture in the magical world. For example, Hogwarts Castle has a magnificent central courtyard and staircases that constantly change their positions. There is a grand dining hall where the weather outside can be seen, a secret chamber located beneath a restroom, and Gringotts Bank, a colossal underground maze used to store wizarding wealth and treasures. The Ministry of Magic features a magical atrium, courtrooms, and a variety of astonishing departments. Every time I read these books, I marvel at the author’s creativity and imagination.

In light of the above, I kindly request your assistance in providing a Statement of Intent to the University of Manitoba. This statement aims to help me reflect on my interest in the field of architecture, explain the significance of architecture in my life, and provide you with a deeper understanding of who I am.

Thank you for considering my application.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]