Winvic tops out at Coventry PBSA
The 544-unit Progress House is on track to be finished next summer, according to the contractor, following a topping-out ceremony to mark the structural completion of the building.
Construction for the six-storey building on Westwood Way, located around a mile from the main campus at the University of Warwick, began in May 2025, starting with the demolition of an existing office building to make way for the development.
The scheme will also include a 4,000 sq ft ground floor commercial unit to serve both students and the local community.
Representatives from Winvic, client Gilltown, engineer Westlakes and architect GDL gathered for a ceremony to mark the structural completion of the 185,736 sq ft building.
Mark Jones, managing director for Multi-room at Winvic Construction, said: “Reaching this milestone at Progress House is a significant achievement for the entire project team and a proud moment for everyone involved.
“Our partnership with Gilltown and the consultant team has been instrumental in maintaining strong progress on site.
“As we move into the next phase of construction, our focus remains on delivering a high-quality, sustainable building that will provide an exceptional living experience for students, while creating lasting social value for the local community through employment, training, and engagement with local businesses.”
James Gillespie, director at Gilltown, added: “Winvic’s attention to detail, proactive approach and commitment to maintaining high standards have been evident throughout the build.
“It’s encouraging to see the scheme taking shape exactly as envisioned, and we appreciate the collaborative spirit that has driven the project forward. We’re looking forward to the next phase as we work together to deliver a standout development for the University of Warwick’s student community.”
Residents will benefit from a range of facilities, including a gym and fitness studio, cinema room, communal lounges, study areas, games lounges and a garden lounge. Externally, landscaped amenity areas, an outdoor sports space and a pétanque court will provide opportunities to socialise and a 4,000 sq ft ground floor commercial unit will serve both residents and the wider community.
