EVO Student Launches Flagship Accommodation in Nottingham City Centre

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EVO Student, a new brand by Homes for Students, has opened its first purpose-built student accommodation scheme called Arcadian in Nottingham.
Located in central Nottingham across from the Victoria Centre, Arcadian will offer 293 ensuites and studios to residents starting September 2024.
Arcadian will feature premium amenities like fitness spaces, study areas, high-speed internet, a coffee bar, and a wellness courtyard.
An “Elevated” experiential program focusing on resident wellbeing will be delivered by a dedicated onsite team.
The Arcadian development is a collaboration between EVO Student and real estate investors Urbium Capital, who aim to set new standards for UK student housing.

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NOTTINGHAM – EVO Student, the new dedicated student housing brand by Homes for Students, has officially launched its first purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme called Arcadian today. Located in the heart of Nottingham city centre at traffic Street, Arcadian is set to welcome over 290 students when it opens in September 2024.

The 293-room PBSA property is a collaboration between EVO Student and real estate investment firm Urbium Capital, who jointly funded and developed the project on a prime 1.1 acre site opposite the intu Victoria Centre shopping mall.

Arcadian will feature a mix of self-contained studios and ensuite cluster flats, complete with premium furnishings, ultrafast broadband, and smart home technology. Students can expect extras like fitness centres, private study rooms, a wellness courtyard, and even a coffee bar onsite.

Managing Director Kate Forester said EVO Student chose Arcadian as the brand’s flagship due to Urbium’s commitment to designing PsBAS focused on tenant wellbeing and community: “The lifestyle-led approach of this development puts student mental health at the forefront.”

Investment Director Iain McKillop explained that Arcadian’s facilities and programming set it apart from other student accommodation projects: “We are launching the future of purpose-built housing in the UK – where high-quality service and hospitality-standard design enables students to thrive.”

Central to the Arcadian concept is EVO Student’s new signature “Elevated” program, which promises personalised support and growth opportunities facilitated by dedicated staff. From skill-building workshops to cultural excursions into the city, the scheme aims to be more than just a place for students to sleep.

Homes for Students currently manages over 180 student accommodation sites across Britain. The EVO brand launch and the Nottingham Arcadian development represent the company’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of next-generation student housing backed by exceptional service delivery.