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Understanding the student experience
We are working with Interior Design students from Plymouth
University to explore and develop ideas for the student
accommodation sector.
Set up by our lead designer, Jonathan Forster, we’ve created
a research and development hub that is researching current
trends and generating new design ideas for the future.
Our collaboration provides a unique insight into the sector
from a student perspective.
3. Designer and educator
Jonathan has 20 years experience of commercial furniture
and interior design, which combined with his role as a tutor
on the Interior Design course at Plymouth University, creates
a unique opportunity to generate new ideas whilst teaching
the next generation of designers.
The process provides valuable industrial experience for the
students where they learn through doing the projects.
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4. WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don’t
cover accommodation.
!WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!WHERE IS EXPENSIVE?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don
!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don
cover accommodation.
!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don
cover accommodation.
!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don
cover accommodation.
!
As you move around the country prices rise as you get
into the major cities- London is the most expensive
place to live as a student, loans barely or don’t
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cover accommodation.
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Design projects
We are currently running a ‘Home from home’ design brief
to explore new ways to design the student experience of
living at university.
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Home from Home
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Design projects
Previous project include designs for student common rooms,
bar and cafe areas and reception spaces.
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A two way conversation
Students get the opportunity to research and design on real
projects and current issues and their design work provides
ideas and inspiration, which can be adopted by universities
and accommodation providers alike.
