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Melburg, the developer behind 360 Bristol, alongside client AG South Plaza B.V and construction partner Winvic Construction Ltd, has celebrated a key construction milestone at Bristol’s first eco Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development on Marlborough Street in the heart of Bristol city centre.

Project partners including IESIS, structural engineer HEXA and architect ECE Westworks came together on 30 October for a topping out ceremony, marking the completion of the building’s structure. This milestone represents a significant step in the transformation of a former 1960s office block into a 10-storey, 399-bedroom sustainable student living community.

Works officially began in August 2024, with enabling works undertaken ahead of the main construction phase, which commenced in May 2025. The scheme is scheduled for completion in summer 2026.

Once complete, 360 Bristol will offer a mix of studio and cluster bedrooms alongside a comprehensive range of amenities designed to support student wellbeing, social connection and study. Facilities include shared kitchens, a gym, cinema, karaoke and content rooms, games lounge, dedicated study spaces, yoga and Zumba rooms, and extensive outdoor social areas. Outdoor amenity provision includes an accessible terrace on the 10th floor and ground-floor external spaces on the podium above the existing basement. Basement parking and cycle storage have been retained throughout the works.

The development involves extensive refurbishment of the existing structure, including remedial repairs to the structural frame, fire protection enhancements and the construction of three additional upper floors to create new living spaces. Significant fire safety improvements are being delivered in line with the requirements of the Building Safety Act.

Sustainability has been central to Melburg’s approach to the scheme. By retaining and enhancing the existing structure, the project is expected to deliver approximately 3,500 tonnes of lifetime carbon savings, alongside a 1,500% biodiversity net gain. The development is targeting EPC A and BREEAM “Excellent” ratings, reinforcing Melburg’s commitment to responsible regeneration throughout the UK.

Delivered by Winvic under the Gateway 2 process, 360 Bristol is progressing through the new building safety regime, with a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term performance.

The scheme is also delivering meaningful social value. Two site visits have been held to date, including one in partnership with The Restore Trust and O’Neill and Brennan, hosting 15 unemployed learners, and another for T Level students from IBK Academy, with one student set to complete their industry placement on site. Over 50 local employees (within 30 miles) are currently working on the project, which is expected to deliver more than 200 training weeks for new and existing staff, including members of the supply chain.

Andrew Burns, Head of Asset and Development at Melburg, said:

“We are incredibly proud to see 360 Bristol reach this significant milestone. From the outset, our vision was to create a vibrant, inclusive community that responds to the evolving needs of students while setting new standards for sustainability and wellbeing.

By retaining and enhancing the existing structure, we have significantly reduced embodied carbon, and our commitment to EPC A and BREEAM ‘Excellent’ ratings ensures strong long-term environmental performance. The extensive amenity offer—from social and study spaces to wellness facilities and accessible outdoor terraces—reflects our belief that great places to live should actively support personal growth and community connection. We look forward to welcoming students to a development that truly raises the bar for sustainable urban living in Bristol.”

Working alongside Melburg on the scheme are Winvic Construction Ltd as main contractor, IESIS as Employer’s Agent and project manager, ECE Westworks as architect, HEXA as structural and civil engineer, and BOX 20 as M&E consultant.Melburg, the developer behind 360 Bristol, alongside client AG South Plaza B.V and construction partner Winvic Construction Ltd, has celebrated a key construction milestone at Bristol’s first eco Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development on Marlborough Street in the heart of Bristol city centre.

Project partners including IESIS, structural engineer HEXA and architect ECE Westworks came together on 30 October for a topping out ceremony, marking the completion of the building’s structure. This milestone represents a significant step in the transformation of a former 1960s office block into a 10-storey, 399-bedroom sustainable student living community.

Works officially began in August 2024, with enabling works undertaken ahead of the main construction phase, which commenced in May 2025. The scheme is scheduled for completion in summer 2026.

Once complete, 360 Bristol will offer a mix of studio and cluster bedrooms alongside a comprehensive range of amenities designed to support student wellbeing, social connection and study. Facilities include shared kitchens, a gym, cinema, karaoke and content rooms, games lounge, dedicated study spaces, yoga and Zumba rooms, and extensive outdoor social areas. Outdoor amenity provision includes an accessible terrace on the 10th floor and ground-floor external spaces on the podium above the existing basement. Basement parking and cycle storage have been retained throughout the works.

The development involves extensive refurbishment of the existing structure, including remedial repairs to the structural frame, fire protection enhancements and the construction of three additional upper floors to create new living spaces. Significant fire safety improvements are being delivered in line with the requirements of the Building Safety Act.

Sustainability has been central to Melburg’s approach to the scheme. By retaining and enhancing the existing structure, the project is expected to deliver approximately 3,500 tonnes of lifetime carbon savings, alongside a 1,500% biodiversity net gain. The development is targeting EPC A and BREEAM “Excellent” ratings, reinforcing Melburg’s commitment to responsible regeneration throughout the UK.

Delivered by Winvic under the Gateway 2 process, 360 Bristol is progressing through the new building safety regime, with a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration and long-term performance.

The scheme is also delivering meaningful social value. Two site visits have been held to date, including one in partnership with The Restore Trust and O’Neill and Brennan, hosting 15 unemployed learners, and another for T Level students from IBK Academy, with one student set to complete their industry placement on site. Over 50 local employees (within 30 miles) are currently working on the project, which is expected to deliver more than 200 training weeks for new and existing staff, including members of the supply chain.

Andrew Burns, Head of Asset and Development at Melburg, said:

“We are incredibly proud to see 360 Bristol reach this significant milestone. From the outset, our vision was to create a vibrant, inclusive community that responds to the evolving needs of students while setting new standards for sustainability and wellbeing.

By retaining and enhancing the existing structure, we have significantly reduced embodied carbon, and our commitment to EPC A and BREEAM ‘Excellent’ ratings ensures strong long-term environmental performance. The extensive amenity offer—from social and study spaces to wellness facilities and accessible outdoor terraces—reflects our belief that great places to live should actively support personal growth and community connection. We look forward to welcoming students to a development that truly raises the bar for sustainable urban living in Bristol.”

Working alongside Melburg on the scheme are Winvic Construction Ltd as main contractor, IESIS as Employer’s Agent and project manager, ECE Westworks as architect, HEXA as structural and civil engineer, and BOX 20 as M&E consultant.