The development of four former office buildings into 108-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) buildings with amenity spaces, in the heart of Leeds City Centre.
Acting as the main contractor for the development, Fortis Vision carried out the construction on behalf of L&S Leeds, a 100% subsidiary of Woh Hup Holdings, overseen by Aurum UK, acting as Investment Advisor to Woh Hup Holdings, and the building will now be operated under Prestige Student Living.
The £12.5m project spanning over 16-months saw the full strip out and development of four former commercial buildings into student accommodation, creating 108 new studio apartments, meeting rooms, amenity spaces and study areas.
he scope of works included a full replacement of the external façade, including new cladding, curtain walling, windows and extensive re-roofing to all buildings. Internally, the building underwent significant infrastructure upgrades, new MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) installations, risers and drainage routes as well as a connection to the district heating network (Leeds Pipes) providing low-carbon, energy efficient heating and hot water. Extensive fire-stopping upgrades, structural alterations to stair-cores and the formation of new entrance lobbies and reception areas transform the existing buildings.
To complete the transformation into premium student living spaces, the installation of bespoke FFE (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) tailored to each room type ensured maximum functionality and aesthetic appeal while accommodating the constraints of the existing building layouts.
High quality flooring and fixed furniture ensured that the building was delivered with a premium finish, perfectly aligned with the city centre location and clients brand guidelines. Sustainability was considered throughout the project including low carbon energy, sustainable materials and 98% of site waste avoiding landfill.
Project overview
- Development of four former office buildings into 108-bed PBSA building
- Full replacement of the external façade inc new cladding, curtain walling and windows
- Extensive re-roofing to all buildings
- New Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing installations, risers and drainage routes
- Connection to the district heating network
- Fire stopping upgrades
- Stair-case alterations
- Formation of new entrance lobbies and reception area
- Installation of bespoke fixed furniture
- Installation of flooring
- Full decoration throughout
The development work at Headrow Court in Leeds fully demonstrates Fortis Vision’s capabilities as a main contractor. A project of this size and significance naturally comes with challenges and the team have overcome these to ensure a safe, compliant and aesthetically pleasing PBSA building delivered to the highest standard”.
Anthony Todd
Operations Director
The result
