EH1 Students (Gorgie) has been given the green light for a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development on Westfield Road in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Designed by Flectcher Joseph Associates, the proposals will see the creation of 80 units at the site of the former Murrayfield Sports Bar in Gorgie. EH1 Students (Gorgie) said the project can also help shift students out of flatted accommodation to free up much-needed housing during a ‘housing emergency’ in the city.
“I’m absolutely delighted to get the backing of Edinburgh’s planning committee for our first student housing proposal in the city.
“We’re determined to make this a development of which Gorgie and the city can be proud and one that will provide an outstanding living experience for the students who choose to stay here.”
Maurice McCann, Development Manager, EH1 Students Gorgie
Proposed materials include a mixture of engineered stone cladding mainly to the principal frontage combined with areas of glazing and metal cladding and feature cladding, brick to the east, west and southern elevations, bronze metal cladding to the top floor, and use of aluminium windows throughout. Solar panels are proposed on the flat roof of the set-back top floor.
The new building will be accessed from two different points off Westfield Road, one stepped and the other providing level surface; both entrance points from the street are a similar distance from the main entrance to the building.
“It is good to see planning approved for this development. It will be a great addition to the city’s accommodation for students and free up capacity in the stretched housing system in Edinburgh.”
Tony Banks, Chief Executive, EH1 Students Gorgie
