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447-bed student accommodation marks milestone
A purpose-built student accommodation scheme within Bristol’s largest brownfield regeneration project has reached a major milestone.
The £50m development, located 200m from Bristol Temple Meads station, has marked a key stage as the final steel beam of the structure was raised during a traditional “topping out” ceremony.
Delivered by GMI Construction Group on behalf of Host and Corebridge Real Estate Investors, the Avon Street scheme will transform the former Chinese food wholesaler Chanson Foods site into 447-bed student digs.
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The scheme will be delivered across two apartment blocks and a standalone mixed-use building.
The purpose-built student accommodation joins a wave of new developments in the area, including Avon Point, Feeder Road and Freestone Island – photo: GMI
Designed by Chapman Taylor, the 12-storey project sits opposite the new Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus of the University of Bristol.
The purpose-built student accommodation joins a wave of new developments in the area, including Avon Point, Feeder Road and Freestone Island, all aiming to address the city’s shortage of student housing.
GMI’s Adam Taylor said the scheme would help meet growing demand for high-quality student accommodation.
The 12-storey project (shielded under white tarpaulin) sits opposite the new Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus (right) of the University of Bristol – photo: Milan Perera
He said: “It is a privilege to be delivering such a high-profile development in the heart of Bristol. Demand for well-designed student accommodation in the city has never been greater, and this scheme will play an important role in meeting that need.
Avon Street also demonstrates the depth of expertise we have amassed in the PBSA sector, as well as GMI’s ability to expand into new regions while maintaining the same standards of quality and delivery that our clients expect.”
The 447-bed student accommodation scheme sits opposite the Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus – photo: Martin Booth
Tiger Developments’ John Nesbitt described the scheme as “transformative” for students living in Bristol.
The development is expected to complete ahead of the 2026/27 academic year and the opening of the University of Bristol’s Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus in September 2026.
Main photo: GMI
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