Published 7 September 2026
Hawthorne House is Unite Student’s landmark purpose-built student accommodation development in Stratford, London, offering a vibrant new destination for students.
Designed by Falconer Chester Hall and developed by Unite Students and RG Group, the 36-storey mixed-use scheme has transformed the former Jubilee House site into a vibrant new destination for students, supporting wellbeing, academic success and community building.
The development provides 719 student bedrooms alongside a dedicated 65,000 sq ft facility for the London Academy of Excellence (LAE). Residents benefit from a range of amenities, including study spaces, a digital gym, social areas and roof terraces. Located close to Stratford station and several university campuses, including the University of the Arts London (UAL), the development helps meet demand for high-quality student accommodation in the area. The first six floors are dedicated to the London Academy of Excellence, helping to widen access to one of the UK’s leading A-level providers.
The scheme has been designed to exceed sustainability targets set by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) through a fabric-first approach that maximises building performance and improves energy efficiency. It is expected to save 9,770 tCO₂e in carbon emissions over 60 years, surpassing the RIBA 2020 Climate Challenge target.
Our building services specialists provided technical advisory services throughout the design and construction phases, supporting the delivery of this high-quality student living and learning environment. Working collaboratively with the wider project team, we helped bring the scheme from concept to completion through technical reviews, site-based quality assurance and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
