By Anthony Mellalieu, Chief Operating Officer According to our latest survey data, three quarters of students say sustainability matters when choosing their accommodation. However, the way PBSA providers can shape greener habits is a more challenging question. From Passivhaus design, like in the case of the newly opened urbanest Canary Wharf, home to over 1,650 Read More
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

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
At urbanest, sustainability is more than just a goal—it’s something we live and breathe every day. While we are committed to building and operating our properties to the highest environmental standards, we also believe that small everyday actions can make a big impact. That’s why we provide our residents with the tools, opportunities, and information Read More



