Image: Studio Moren / MDPL Group

Plans have been revealed for a new 17-storey building in Woolwich, set to include over 300 student rooms and a 265-room hotel. The proposed development, Riverside House, has been submitted to the council by the MDPL Group and would be located on Beresford Street, Greenwich.

The project outlines 332 student rooms, with half designated as affordable housing. The development will also feature a café and gym, aimed at creating “modern and vibrant” spaces that promote community and well-being.

Alongside the student accommodation, a seven-storey hotel is planned, including a public restaurant, bar, lounge, and ground-floor retail space. According to Studio Moren, the architectural firm behind the design, the new hotel is expected to create 115 jobs in the area.

The development will involve refurbishing two existing 1960s office buildings on the site, which are currently in poor condition. A two-storey structure connecting the buildings will be demolished, making way for a new public space.

The planning documents state, “The new pathway through the site will improve connectivity from Beresford Street to Woolwich town centre. This enhancement will provide a more convenient walking route for the local community, students, and hotel guests.”

Engagement with Greenwich Council on the project began in November 2023, followed by a public consultation in July 2024.

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