University of Southampton Block J Glen Eyre Halls18

University of Southampton - Revitalising Student Living: Cliftons Projects Transforms 1960s Halls into a Modern Student Hub

Cliftons Projects successfully delivered an ambitious refurbishment project for the University of Southampton, revitalising a set of 1960s student halls into a modern, sustainable, and community-focused living environment. Our role encompassed Project Management and Contracts Administration, ensuring the successful transformation of these halls while maintaining budget, programme, and quality expectations.

Our Role & Services Provided

Cliftons Projects was appointed to provide:

Project Management – Overseeing the entire refurbishment process from inception to completion, ensuring programme, cost, and quality control.

Contracts Administration – Managing contract obligations, facilitating communication between stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.

A Vision Brought to Life

The University of Southampton sought to enhance its student accommodation, creating a more modern and sustainable living environment. Cliftons Projects played a key role in coordinating and delivering the transformation, ensuring that the project met the university’s needs and long-term aspirations.

The refurbishment works included:

Modernised Accommodation – Refurbished student rooms with improved layouts, upgraded finishes, and enhanced comfort.

Sustainability at the Core – Installation of energy-efficient heating systems, upgraded insulation, and the use of sustainable materials.

Enhanced Communal Spaces – Creation of vibrant lounges, study zones, and social spaces to encourage student interaction.

Upgraded Facilities – Improved kitchens, bathrooms, and accessibility features to ensure a high standard of living for all students.

Delivering Excellence

With our expertise in complex refurbishments within live environments, Cliftons Projects ensured the seamless delivery of the project, mitigating risks, managing contractors, and maintaining clear communication between all stakeholders. Our Contracts Administration service ensured that the project remained contractually compliant, resolving any issues efficiently and effectively.

The completion of this project reaffirmed Cliftons Projects’ reputation as a trusted partner in higher education development. By integrating strong project management and meticulous contracts administration, we successfully revitalised the University of Southampton’s student living experience, delivering a space that is modern, sustainable, and built for the future.

Cliftons Projects: Where vision meets precision and buildings become experiences. info@cliftons-projects.com