End of Q1 2026 urbanest Canary Wharf construction update Following our end of 2025 update, Construction of urbanest Canary Wharf continues to progress at pace, with the scheme now rapidly nearing completion. As of the end of Q1 2026, all bedroom and kitchen units have been completed across all floors, a significant milestone as we Read More
By James Watson Partnerships Manager, Student Minds After announcing a strategic partnership in 2025, urbanest and Student Minds have been working together closely over the past 12 months to strengthen support for students’ mental health, and to champion a more positive experience of university life. The partnership reflects our shared belief that students should feel Read More

At urbanest, we believe that student accommodation should be more than just a place to live—it should inspire, engage, and create a sense of belonging. That’s why we partnered with Acrylicize, a leading creative studio, to bring a unique artistic vision to urbanest Battersea and urbanest City. This collaboration has transformed our communal spaces into Read More
Creating sustainable places to live and work has been central to urbanest’s ethos from day one. We continue to lead the way in developing student accommodation that is kinder to the environment. All of our new-build developments have achieved BREEAM Excellent – a key measure of environmental performance – while urbanest Battersea is certified as Read More



