Construction Begins on ‘Hearth House’ - Arka Living’s Flagship Luxury Student Residence in Southampton

Construction is now underway on Hearth House, a landmark luxury student accommodation scheme in Southampton and the flagship development from Arka Living, a design-led, next generation developer dedicated to raising the standard of student living in the UK.

Scheduled for completion in Summer 2027, Hearth House will deliver 192 boutique studio apartments (198 beds) within a striking five-storey building with an additional basement level, located on Hulse Road. Each studio is fully fitted and finished to the highest specification, featuring individually controlled air conditioning as well as building-wide air conditioning throughout - a proactive response to warmer summers and the UK’s changing climate. Studios also include luxury bathrooms, premium kitchen appliances, ergonomic study furniture, smart TVs, safes, and generous storage solutions including dual wardrobes and under-bed compartments.

Designed around wellbeing, sustainability, and community, the scheme offers an unparalleled mix of lifestyle amenities. Residents will benefit from a private gym, cinema, landscaped gardens with outdoor BBQs and pergolas, corner lounges on every floor, and a 100-person entertaining space complete with chef’s kitchen for social dining and members’ events. The building also features a glazed amenity link connecting the accommodation blocks, enhancing natural light and creating a sense of openness and community.

At the heart of Hearth House is Arka Living’s belief that student life should be effortless, secure, and inspiring. Every detail - from the biophilic courtyard gardens to the private study lounge - has been designed to support student wellbeing and bring a sense of belonging.

With sustainability as a core focus, Hearth House aspires to achieve a BREEAM Outstanding rating, the benchmark for environmental performance in the built environment. The development integrates energy efficiency with conscious design to deliver a future-forward living space that nurtures students academically, socially, and emotionally.

Amiri Construction has been appointed as principal contractor, bringing extensive expertise in high-quality, sustainable projects across the South of England.

Jon Daines, Managing Director of Amiri Construction, said:

“We are proud to partner with Arka Living to deliver Hearth House, a scheme that represents the very best in sustainable, student-focused design. This development will set a new benchmark for quality and innovation in student living, and we are excited to bring it to life.”

Arka Living’s vision is to create a legacy of luxury student living by combining quality, craftsmanship, and conscious design with a focus on wellbeing, functionality, and sustainability. Hearth House will be the first in a new generation of boutique residences, uniquely tailored to their location and community, while consistently reflecting the quality and vision of the Arka brand.

Construction is now underway, with Hearth House due to welcome its first residents in Summer 2027.