Vita Student Southampton

Vita Student Southampton

Scope of Works

Scope of Works

Powells was appointed to refresh the Ground and Lower Ground floor hub spaces at Portswood House, a flagship Vita Student residence. Although the building was recently constructed in 2018, the refurbishment was designed to keep the environment aligned with Vita’s evolving premium brand experience.


Our works included:

  • Full strip-out and demolition of existing finishes

  • Installation of durable, modern flooring

  • Fresh decoration aligned with contemporary student design trends

  • Electrical and lighting upgrades to improve functionality and ambiance

  • High-quality bespoke joinery and millwork manufactured by Powells Joinery Ltd

  • Installation of a feature curtain as a stylish and flexible space divider

Client

Vita Student

Scope of work

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Commercial

Timeline

5 Weeks

Scope of Works

Powells was appointed to refresh the Ground and Lower Ground floor hub spaces at Portswood House, a flagship Vita Student residence. Although the building was recently constructed in 2018, the refurbishment was designed to keep the environment aligned with Vita’s evolving premium brand experience.


Our works included:

  • Full strip-out and demolition of existing finishes

  • Installation of durable, modern flooring

  • Fresh decoration aligned with contemporary student design trends

  • Electrical and lighting upgrades to improve functionality and ambiance

  • High-quality bespoke joinery and millwork manufactured by Powells Joinery Ltd

  • Installation of a feature curtain as a stylish and flexible space divider

Client

Vita Student

Scope of work

/

Commercial

Timeline

5 Weeks

Challenges

Challenges

Challenges

  • Tight Programme: The works had to be completed within the short summer break. Our team planned meticulously to deliver all elements within the available window.

  • Live Environment: Working in an occupied student accommodation required minimal disruption and constant coordination with Vita Student’s management team.

  • Brand Alignment: Ensuring consistency with Vita Student’s high standards meant precise detailing and careful collaboration with the client to reflect their vision throughout the refurbishment.

Key Results

Key Results

Key Results

  • Delivered a revitalised, high-quality communal hub on time and on brand

  • Enhanced the student experience with vibrant and functional design upgrades

  • Reinforced Powells’ track record in the student accommodation sector as a trusted fit-out partner for premium residential environments

  • The success of this project led to further appointments by Vita Student, including projects at their Bristol and Exeter locations

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