Hutchinson Builders: Modular Living for Student Accomodation

This is a scanned article i took from a property magazine, talking about Hutchinson Builders new student accommodation block at the Australian National University. Some great ideas here for possible modular student accommodation for the TOD's planned within the scope of the universities.

URSULA HALL - Laurus Wing

The Laurus Wing at Ursula Hall provides Single Studios and One Bedroom Apartments suitable for either singles or couples. Each apartment is self-contained with its own kitchen and bathroom.

	On a green campus like ANU naming the building after a tree is appropriate, given its location adjacent to the wetlands and facing Black Mountain Nature Park.
	Laurus Wing provides 46 single studio units and 24 one bedroom units (queen beds) which are suitable for couples or single occupancy. Each unit contains a bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, fridge, kitchen, bathroom facilities and a balcony. The rooms are heated and carpeted.
	The Laurus Wing offers a 48 or 52 week contract with tariffs starting from $216.50 p/w for a studio and from $328 p/w for a one bedroom unit (2011 rate).
	Units in the Laurus Wing are self-catered, and are fitted with a full kitchen which includes an oven, bench top hot plates and full sized fridge. Residents may bring their own microwave.
	Your rent includes electricity, heating and water charges.
	Each room has a phone with Voice mail. Residents can make internal hall and on campus calls at no charge. Local, STD and international calls are charged at competitive rates negotiated by the University.
	All rooms have internet connections and a TV with access to the ANU TV channel network. A small Info Commons facility is available. Ursula Hall operates an extensive intranet administered by residents. Internet fees are included in the weekly tariff.
	It is an easy walk to shops, Union Court, lecture halls, Civic, and the National Botanical Gardens. Buses depart from outside the Hall to all major Town Centres in Canberra. Secure storage for bicycles is also provided.
	Residents of Laurus Wing have access to the strong Ursula Hall network of pastoral and academic support.
	Ursula Hall has many talented music students and four rooms are available for music practice.
	Laurus Wing contains a common laundry, the use of which is included in the weekly tariff. Residents provide their own laundry detergent.
	A limited car park is located at the rear of Ursula Hall. An adjacent multi-storey carpark with designated bays is also available by application, for an extra fee. A University parking permit must be purchased to park on campus. Canberra's network of bike paths and public transport is quite good, so we encourage residents to save money and not bring a car. Parking availability is not guaranteed.
	Residents are responsible for cleaning their own units. Vacuum cleaners are available for common use. Recycling is strongly encouraged.	Location Building 50, Daley Rd Phone: +61 2 6125 6200 Email Ursula Hall Ursula Hall Homepage
	Smoking is prohibited in all University buildings . Designated smoking areas are located outside and away from all buildings.
	There are 4 accessible units in the Laurus Wing. Please contact the Hall to discuss your needs.