McLaren adds Fabric to Nottingham student housing

McLaren Construction Midlands and North has reached practical completion on a 323-bedroom accommodation block in the city centre, just in time for the new academic year.

The £26m scheme for client McLaren Property is located at 77 Talbot Street, and has transformed the site of a former office block.

Designed by Leonard Design Architects, the BREEAM ‘excellent’ nine-storey building, known as Fabric, offers a mix of cluster bedrooms and studios. There are amenities including a gym, yoga studio, cinema room, and social study spaces. The top floor features large-format studios with panoramic views across the city.

Luke Arnold, regional director at McLaren Construction Midlands & North, said: “Talbot Street, now known as Fabric, has been a flagship project for our Midlands and North business – combining sustainable construction methods, collaborative delivery, and a strong commitment to community engagement. We are proud to bring the scheme to fruition, handing over in time for students in the September intake.”

Ed Court, development director at McLaren Property, said: “Fabric is a great example of our purpose-built student accommodation and we’re delighted to see Talbot Street completed to such a high standard. Working closely with McLaren Construction, we’ve delivered a scheme that reflects the evolving expectations of students – offering high-quality amenities, great design, and a strong focus on sustainability.”