Student Accommodation
Minimum downtime maximum impact
Fortis Vision are the market leaders of in-occupation life cycle works whilst minimising disruption and revenue loss.
In the last twelve months Fortis Vision have successfully delivered over 1,000 bedrooms and kitchens across multiple projects and cities in the UK.
Our unwavering commitment to unparalleled expertise, care, and quality sets us apart in the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector. Understanding the unique needs and aspirations of our clients and their students is at the heart of our operations. We deliver projects with unmatched diligence, speed, and precision, ensuring every project is handed over on time and to the highest standard.
Let’s work together
All works are carefully planned by our Construction, Design and Project Managers performing site visits, client and sub-contractor meetings and gathering PCI (pre-construction information) to ensure optimised conditions from day one on site.
Health & safety, logistics, programming, procurement and labour-provision are fully assessed and organised well in advance of the start date, providing clients with detailed information and reassurance for each project.
Our multi-disciplinary student accommodation services include:
- Full site segregation and set-up
- Strip-out and demolition
- Sub-structure preparation
- Bedroom, kitchen, studio and common room furniture installation
- Joinery, including doors, frames and skirting
- Drylining and plastering
- M&E repairs, upgrades and installations
- Painting and decoration
- Flooring
- All builder’s work in-connection
- Fire compartment, door and PFP works
Student Accommodation Projects
What could refurbishment in the student accommodation sector include?
Room refurbishment
Bedrooms, studios, kitchens, en-suites, cluster flats, communal corridors – our team can manage the refurbishment of any room including fixed furniture, flooring, electrical, mechanical, painting & decoration and more.
Amenity spaces
Looking to refresh your amenity space? We can manage the project to create comfortable and stylish spaces for students to enjoy, taking into consideration sustainability, design and functionality.
Our in-occupation approach
Our in-occupation model allows work to be carried out whilst buildings are occupied, including term time. We work efficiently and effectively to ensure that there is minimum disruption to students and employees.
The Building Safety Act
The Building Safety Act (BSA) is a landmark piece of legislation designed to enhance the safety, design, and management of Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs). Under the Act, this includes any residential building that stands 18 metres or higher (or at least seven storeys) and contains two or more residential units. This definition extends beyond standard apartment blocks to include student accommodation, hospitals, and care homes.
A key requirement of the BSA is maintaining a Golden Thread – a digital record of all design and construction information, ensuring transparency and accountability at every stage of a building’s life cycle. Early contractor engagement is invaluable for a seamless application process. We are currently working on several HRB BSA Gateway submissions (GW1, GW2 & GW3) with the regulator and also have experience with Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) emergency work reports. We welcome the opportunity to partner with clients on future projects, please get in touch to discuss your project requirements.
Benefits of student accommodation refurbishment
Improved facilities for students
Refurbishing rooms will enhance the comfort for students and improved layouts can enhance student satisfaction and wellbeing.
Environmental sustainability
Refurbishing rooms can improve a buildings sustainability using greener technology and proving more efficient energy usage.
Modern design & layout
Our team can reconfigure rooms to ensure a better design and layout of existing rooms, or create new rooms that are comfortable and practical.
Attract prospective students
Fresh, modern spaces may attract more prospective students to the accommodation and help increase occupancy rates of the building.
Compliance with industry standards & legislation
Refurbishments can ensure compliance with the latest industry standards and regulations. Upgrading safety features, accessibility and technology enhances resident satisfaction ensuring a safer and more secure environment.
Why choose Fortis Vision as your student accommodation refurbishment contractor?
Choosing Fortis Vision for your student accommodation project means partnering with a team that delivers exceptional quality and innovative solutions. With extensive industry experience and a track record of successful projects, we are equipped to handle every aspect of your refurbishment needs.
Our approach combines sustainable practices, innovation, and a client-centric focus, ensuring your space is revitalised and aligned your requirements. Let Fortis Vision help you transform your property into a modern, efficient, and inviting environment that stands out in the student accommodation sector.
Always with Safety & Compliance First
Fortis Vision takes pride in its various accreditations and certifications. These include three ISO Accreditations 9001:2015 (QMS) ISO 14001:2015 (EMS) and ISO 45001:2018 (OH&S) as well as EcoVadis (Environment, Labour and Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement), CHAS, Constructionline Gold and SafeContractor.
These accreditations verify the quality of our work and demonstrate that we have sound financial, administrative, operational and oversight practices, giving you complete peace of mind.
FAQ’s
What work can Fortis Vision offer in the student accommodation sector?
Fortis Vision are market leaders in student accommodation refurbishment projects. Our highly qualified and skilled team carry out refurbishment projects from concept to completion to the highest standards. We deliver projects with unmatched diligence, speed, and precision, providing detailed information and reassurance for each project.
Our multi-disciplinary student accommodation services include:
- Full site segregation and set-up
- Strip-out and demolition
- Sub-structure preparation
- Bedroom, kitchen, studio and common room furniture installation
- Joinery including doors, frames and skirting
- Drylining and plastering
- M&E repairs, upgrades and installations
- Painting and decoration
- Flooring
- All builder’s work in-connection
- Fire compartment, door and PFP works
What key benefits are there to refurbishing student accommodation?
Refurbishing student accommodation provides upgraded or the creation of new rooms and amenity spaces. Rooms are finished to a high standard and can increase the standard of accommodation for both residents and employees as well as increasing the overall value of the property.
Can we remain operational during refurbishment works?
Yes – we know the importance of being able to stay operational whilst your work is being carried out and that’s why Fortis Vision are the experts at in-occupation refurbishments.
Our skilled team will work with you to ensure seamless appropriate segregation whilst works are being carried out to ensure that there is minimal disruption. We can also offer an in-occupation model whereby we work during term time seamlessly and with efficiency to ensure that there is as little disruption as possible to residents and employees.
What is in-occupation work?
Our in-occupation delivery model offers safe, complaint workspaces with minimal disruption – including a model working during term time. Our in-occupation work refers to work that is carried out whilst the building remains occupied. We know the importance of being able to stay operational whilst your work is being carried out and that’s why Fortis Vision are the experts at in-occupation refurbishment projects.
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