On April 18th, we celebrated the topping out of our new Purpose-Built Student Accommodation building under construction in Sheffield with main contractor Bowmer & Kirkland. The scheme, known as Straits Manor, sits on West Street, perfectly placed for students wanting the convenience of being close to university campus but with the buzz and independence of city centre living. This is an important milestone for the project and marks the completion of the superstructure. Works now progress through the summer to complete the remaining fit out ahead of official opening in September 2019.

DML Project Manager Rory McGovern said “This is an exciting landmark for DML and our investment partner, QIP, who are funding this development. Focus can now turn to curating the internal space and delivering high quality bedrooms and all-inclusive facilities that will create a real sense of community”.

Straits Manor is a 284 bed PBSA scheme located between the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University on West Street. The design incorporates both studio and en-suite bedrooms, in-house cinema, gym, private dining, games and study rooms, outdoor courtyard space and cycle parking. DML is acting as development manager for Q Investment Partners, a Singapore based investment fund. We are also delivering a 300 bed PBSA scheme in Nottingham which is due for completion in September 2020.