Students want places that feel comfortable, connected, and convenient, while parents prioritize security, safety, and peace of mind. And all of this must be provided within significant financial constraints. Studio KDA brings these competing demands into balance, delivering student housing that residents want to live in, parents trust, and investors are willing to fund.

Our Housing Studio supports the full development process, from feasibility and entitlement through architecture, interior design, procurement, and furnishing. With over 1,170 units across 18 projects, we understand the planning and entitlement challenges that shape student housing, and our in-depth knowledge of state and local housing legislation helps us uncover opportunities for our clients. On the financial side, we work with clients to calibrate unit and bed counts, project costs, amenities, operating requirements, and lender and investor expectations to shape developments that will get funded and built.

Across a broad spectrum of building types – high-rise, mid-rise, value-add and infill, we integrate design with development, operational, and financial considerations to create student housing that supports a positive resident experience and the project’s long-term performance.