The latest phase of The Island Quarter is ready to open its doors with the construction completed at Winfield Court – the site’s 693-bed student accommodation phase which will open to students in September for the 2024/25 academic year.
Experienced Nottingham student accommodation provider Fresh will manage the student scheme on behalf of The Conygar Investment Company, following the conclusion of construction work by Bowmer+Kirkland and dressing by Leonard Design Architects.
Amenities for students in the new facility include high-level sky lounges that offer projected views across the city and private courtyard spaces that will provide the opportunity for working, socialising, dining and exercising.
Christopher Ware, property director at The Island Quarter, said: “With Nottingham home to two outstanding universities attracting students both nationally and internationally, Winfield Court will be a thriving student community with high-quality housing while they study in the city.
“This phase is an example of the highest quality student accommodation available and will be an excellent addition to The Island Quarter with plenty of entertainment, relaxation and future employment opportunities for them.
“We look forward to working the first students to Winfield Court as part of our opening ceremony event later this month in partnership with the team at our Binks Yard and Cleaver & Wake restaurants.”
Following the planning submission in February for a further 383-space student block built on the Manvers Road side of the 36-acre site, The Island Quarter could eventually be home to more than 1,000 students from the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University.
Mark Cordin, head of division (central) for Fresh, said: “The completion of Winfield Court marks the beginning of a vibrant student community at The Island Quarter.
“With its exceptional amenities and thoughtful design, complemented by our award winning Be wellbeing programme, Winfield Court will provide students with more than just a place to live – it offers a dynamic and welcoming environment for learning, socialising, and thriving. Nottingham is a flourishing student city.”
The student accommodation will support The Island Quarter’s plans for intergenerational living across the site, which include future plans for rental apartments and family housing on site.
