Refurbishment and modernisation of several purpose-built student accommodation buildings in London, including schemes in King’s Cross and Spitalfields. The work upgraded communal, amenity and residential areas throughout, and was carried out while the buildings remained fully occupied by students.
Project facts
- Location: King’s Cross and Spitalfields, London
- Property: purpose-built student accommodation, occupied throughout the works
- Work: phased refurbishment of communal areas, amenity spaces, bedrooms and external areas
- Delivery: project experience of the LACD team
- Services: commercial refurbishment, refurbishment, project management, bespoke joinery
Scope of works
Arrival and communal areas
- Reception and arrival areas upgraded
- Communal lounges, study and social spaces refurbished
- Games areas and rooftop lounges modernised
Amenity spaces
- Gyms and fitness studios
- Cinema, theatre and media rooms
- Restaurants, cafés and bar areas
- Laundry facilities
Residential areas
- Student bedrooms and studios refurbished
- Bathrooms and toilets upgraded
- Shared kitchens
External areas
- Landscaped courtyards and external seating areas refurbished
What mattered on this project
- Working in occupied buildings. Students lived in the buildings throughout, so works were phased area by area, with safe segregation, controlled access and noise and dust kept to a minimum.
- Keeping amenities available. Communal and amenity spaces were sequenced so residents always had access to essential facilities.
- Hard-wearing finishes. Student accommodation sees constant, heavy use, so finishes and fittings were chosen to last and to be easy to maintain.
