Student Accommodation Design & FF&E – Edge Hill University | 200 Bedrooms & 32 Kitchens
Edge Hill University needed to upgrade student bedrooms and shared kitchens within an existing, fully operational building on a busy campus. The project required a partner who could work safely and efficiently around students, restricted hours and occupied areas, while designing FF&E that would fit non-standard walls, variable dimensions and existing services. Tight campus logistics, limited access and shared circulation with live buildings added further complexity, as did the need to deliver different levels of refurbishment across multiple room types – from full replacements to partial and hybrid retrofits. At the same time, the university wanted durable, value-engineered solutions suitable for heavy student use, with the flexibility to refine layouts and specifications as the design developed. Brookhouse was brought in to manage this balance of precision, robustness and agility.
Live campus environment
Existing building constraints
Evolving brief & access limits
Live-Campus Student Accommodation Refurbishment with Bespoke FF&E
Brookhouse delivered a full FF&E design, manufacture and installation package for 200 bedrooms and 32 student kitchens at Edge Hill University, all within a live campus environment. We developed bespoke joinery tailored to the existing building fabric, resolving non-standard walls, services clashes and uneven tolerances through detailed surveys, re-measures and careful coordination. Multiple room types were delivered with differing scopes – from full replacement to partial upgrades and hybrid retrofit – while tight campus logistics, restricted access and occupied buildings were managed through phased deliveries and controlled material distribution. As the brief evolved, we turned around design changes quickly, issuing updated drawings and manufacture packs to accommodate late client decisions without impacting quality or programme. The result was a robust, value-engineered solution – kitchens, wardrobes, wall panels and bespoke items – designed for heavy-use student accommodation and installed with minimal defects despite challenging existing conditions.
Early Surveys & Existing-Building Coordination
Bespoke Design for Non-Standard Spaces
Prototyping, Re-Measures & Value Engineering
Controlled Manufacturing for Multiple Room Types
Live-Campus Logistics & Phased Installation
Rapid Change Management & Programme Protection
Everything You Need,
All in One Place
Consultation
We help you make confident, informed decisions with sector-specific advice, site audits, and layout planning — saving time, avoiding costly missteps, and unlocking smarter project outcomes.
Design
Our in-house team uses 3D site scans, Revit plans, and walkthrough visuals to show you exactly what you’re getting — before anything is built. That means better compliance, better function, and fewer surprises.
Financing Support
We offer funding guidance, grant application help, and asset finance options, plus our own Furniture Support Fund to reduce upfront spend and help you upgrade what matters most.
Refurbishment
(Full Fit-Out)
We deliver complete turnkey refurbishments, managing everything from rip-out and M&E to ceilings, floors, and decoration — all handled in-house for maximum control and minimal disruption.
FF&E Packages
We supply fully specified fitted and loose furniture packages tailored to each space — science labs, ICT rooms, classrooms, libraries and more — designed to perform for years to come.
Manufacture
All our fitted joinery and FF&E is made in our own UK facilities and certified to BS EN 16121: ensuring exact fit, shorter lead times, and long-term durability you can trust.
Installation
Our trusted installation teams deliver with speed, precision, and care. From fitted walls and washrooms to complete block refurbishments, we control the quality start to finish.
Aftercare & Support
We offer responsive aftercare, warranty management, future upgrades and loose furniture supply — so your investment keeps working for years to come.
A Proven Process That Gets It Right First Time
1. Discovery & Site Survey
Every project starts with a detailed discovery meeting and (where required) a 3D site scan. This enables the capture of precise measurements and existing conditions - removing guesswork and reducing future rework.
2. Design Brief Workshop
We host a collaborative workshop with your key stakeholders to capture the vision, budget, and any technical or safeguarding requirements. This ensures your goals shape every stage of the design.
3. Space Planning & 2D Layouts
Our in-house design team produces 2D plans with up to three revisions, ensuring the layout is functional and fully compliant with educational or commercial standards.
4. Mood Boards & Finishes Selection
We propose tailored finishes and materials in a dedicated mood board considering durability, hygiene, aesthetics, and future maintenance - all aligned to your brand or building identity.
5. 3D Visuals & Walkthroughs
Using Autodesk Revit and 3D modelling, we provide sketches, renders, and even virtual walkthroughs (where required) - helping you visualise the finished space and avoid late-stage surprises.
6. Furniture & Specification Schedule
You receive a full FF&E specification and product schedule covering fitted joinery, loose furniture, and specialist equipment. This is so you know exactly what you’re getting, and where.
7. Full Fit-Out & Project Delivery
Once approved, we manufacture and install everything from flooring and ceilings to plumbing, furniture and final decoration. We deliver a complete turnkey space with no need for third parties.
8. Handover & Ongoing Support
After completion, we conduct a full handover and walkthrough, with warranty support and optional aftercare packages available. Your space is ready from day one - and supported long after.
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