Firethorn is developing The Malt Works at Leith Walk, Edinburgh – a six-storey building to provide high-quality, purpose-built student accommodation.

This site will offer 230 beds alongside generous amenities, including a fully equipped gym, cinema, modern study spaces and student common rooms.

Key Figures

  • 230

    Bed Spaces

    Providing accommodation for 230 student beds in a prime university city.

The Malt Works offers modern and sustainable student accommodation with excellent connectivity to Edinburgh city centre.

Enhanced by Firethorn’s innovative use of AI technology, The Malt Works will feature sustainable design elements to meet BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC ‘A’ ratings, including photovoltaic (PV) panels.

The wider Leith Walk development has planning permission for two five-storey residential units that will provide a mix of build-to-rent (BTR) and affordable housing. The site owner has engaged Firethorn Living and Calder Weir Properties to assist with the delivery of the residential units.

Delivery of the project is supported by a £ 29.95 million debt package from Leumi UK.

WHO’S INVOLVED

Marcus Weeks

Director, Head of Living

Responsible for driving forward opportunities in the residential markets, Marcus leads the Firethorn Living team, sourcing acquisitions and executing development activity across the UK.

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Flora McDougall

Senior Associate, Living

Responsible for driving growth opportunities for Firethorn Living, Flora ensures each development is delivered to the highest standard and leaves a positive impact for residents, the local community, and the environment.

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