West Tollcross
CLIENT:
Silvermills Estates and Land Ltd
CONTRACTOR:
To be determined
STAGE:
Planning
CITY:
Edinburgh
Located just south of the city centre, the student accommodation features 145 student rooms spread across three curved, stepped blocks, rising to six floors within the predominantly Victorian neighbourhood. The development’s thoughtful design ensures that it enhances the area’s character while introducing modern accommodation to meet growing demand.
The site will include ground-floor commercial units, including a relocated gym, to activate the surrounding streets and contribute to the vibrancy of Home Street and Lochrin Terrace. The inclusion of a public green space nestled between the curved north and south blocks will provide a welcoming, accessible area for the community, complementing the surrounding built environment.
The design approach for 3 West Tollcross focuses on blending contemporary architecture with the historic context of the area. With careful massing and townscape analysis, the development responds sympathetically to the existing urban fabric while completing a challenging urban edge. This mixed-use development will bring a new dynamic to the area, creating a sustainable, well-mannered solution that enhances the public realm and green space opportunities.
