An integral part of Birmingham’s Eastside Regeneration Project, University Locks comprises of 659 bedrooms across three buildings accommodating Birmingham University students. The ground floor of the building also houses business start-up units and a small retail unit.
BREEAM Scheme: BREEAM 2014 New Construction: Multi-Residential
BREEAM Score: 56.5%
BREEAM Rating: Very Good
The Environmental Difference:
- All fridge-freezers in communal areas have an A+ energy rating
- All ovens in communal areas have an A energy rating
- Rainwater harvesting system is used to flush all toilets in the building
- No parking spaces provided, simply a drop-off area at the site entrance
- 250+ cycle spaces are provided within the building
- Entrance to cycle storage area covered by CCTV and access by key fob only
- A green/brown roof has been installed
- All trees, hedges and wetland areas on the site protected during the construction period
