Crane work begins for new East Village modular student housing
The modular housing was fabricated off-site in a temperature-controlled factory by NRB Modular Solutions and is being transported to the site. Each of the 52 modules will be set on the foundation footprint by crane and joined together like building blocks to make one integrated building. Once the modules are in place, the joints will be sealed and weatherproofed.
St Andrews: former Madras College to be massive student accommodation block
Fife Council has approved plans to transform the former Madras College buildings and grounds at Kilrymont, into 209 student bedrooms, a cafe, a convenience store, and a deli.
Muinzer acquires 33 student-housing properties near Purdue University
Muinzer and T2 Capital Management recently acquired Basham Rentals in West Lafayette, Indiana. The acquisition includes the entire Basham Rentals student-housing portfolio of 33 properties adjacent to Purdue University.
5,000 fewer student beds in private sector than four years ago
THE Sinn Féin spokesperson on Further and Higher Education, Mayo TD Rose Conway-Walsh, has called for an explanation from government following the Residential Tenancies Board revelation that there are almost 5,000 fewer student beds registered in the private sector.
What new Temple Meads university campus will look like
The contracts have been signed and the University of Bristol is finally going to start constructing the thing it has been talking about for years - a new campus right next to Temple Meads station. Work will begin in earnest next month, years after the university knocked down the derelict old Royal Mail sorting office that was a 'welcome to Bristol' eyesore for anyone arriving in the city by train.
Construction begins on 3rd student dorm at Florida Polytechnic in Lakeland
Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland is beginning construction this week on its third student residential building. The school says the building is needed to accommodate the growth of its student population.
Approval nears for major Brighton scheme
Plans for a 566-strong student accommodation scheme in Brighton – the highest element of which would reach 15 storeys – look set to be backed next week.
Redevelopment of Cardiff office building revealed
Plans have been revealed for the redevelopment of a prominent office building in Cardiff city centre into student accommodation and retail space.
Student accommodation scheme launches to market
Knight Frank and Lewis & Partners are seeking offers in excess of £13m for the freehold asset, reflecting a net initial yield of 5.98 per cent. Livin Cardiff comprises 136 student bedrooms arranged as 134 studios and two two-bedroom apartments.
ALMA Is Changing the Face of Student Housing in One of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Cities
Following the success and popularity of purpose-built student accommodations (PBSAs) in the U.S., U.K. and Europe to address the need for quick, safe and stylish housing for growing student populations, Canada is putting itself on the map in the sector with a brand-new PBSA in Guelph-one of the country's fastest growing cities.