Stelling Properties recently welcomed a group of students from the University of Portsmouth to one of our latest modular construction projects in Southampton, offering a first-hand look at how volumetric modular buildings are delivered on a live city centre site.
The visit was designed to give students practical insight into modular construction, project delivery and the realities of working on a complex urban development. Hosted by members of the Stelling team alongside our Unilife partners, the session covered site dynamics, design considerations and some of the challenges that can arise when delivering in historic locations, including the archaeological works undertaken on this scheme.
For Stelling, opportunities like this are about more than opening up a project site. They are part of a wider commitment to meaningful industry engagement, creating social value and helping the next generation of architects and construction professionals connect academic learning with real-world delivery.
Student feedback reflected the value of seeing modular construction up close. One student said:
“It was a great opportunity to visit the site and contextualise the learning we do at university. The team was incredibly informative, helping us understand the various roles, site dynamics, and the effectiveness of modular construction and design.”
Another added:
“The tour of Stelling's development site in Southampton provided a great insight into a construction method that, as of this stage in my educational and professional career, I had limited knowledge of.”
We were also particularly pleased to hear how welcomed the group felt on site, with one student commenting: “I loved how hospitable everyone on site was. I didn’t feel out of place in any way.”
As a business, we are proud to support opportunities that help students engage with modern methods of construction in a live project environment, while strengthening links with local universities and the future talent entering our sector.