In collaboration with Morgan Li, weʼre launching purpose built unit furnishings unlike anything youʼve seen before. You wonʼt find our designs in a catalog or on other campuses. And, if you think Built to Spec is going to cost more, think again.
Our Built to Spec unit furnishings expertly fit your unique budget and space. Designed for style, impact and durability, you can bank on more leases, more renewals, more value.
Wondering who we are?
We’ve been designing award-winning projects for over 35 years. We know what it takes to design spaces that attract students and deliver what we call R.O.E.® — a Return on Environment. It’s how we measure success for builders/developers and success for students. They sleep, live, study, work and play better in spaces designed to meet their specific needs.
What makes us different?
Our student housing projects include dorms and apartment communities both on and off campus that feature carefully curated, flexible, and high-functioning amenity spaces. From floor to ceiling, we design every inch and each piece of furniture for maximum impact.
How do we do it?In collaboration with Morgan Li, we’re launching purpose built furnishings unlike anything you’ve seen before. You won’t find our designs in a catalog or on other campuses. And, if you think built to spec is going to cost more, think again. Our built to spec furnishings expertly fit your unique budget and space. Designed for style, impact and durability, you can bank on more leases, more renewals, more value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did MCA select Morgan Li to collaborate with and why now?
MCA’s collaboration with Morgan Li brings together two front runners in their respective industries to deliver a first-to-market Built to Spec solution for student housing furnishings. Today’s student housing market is increasingly competitive. Built to Spec furnishings are a cost-effective way to create beautiful, functional spaces designed for style, impact, and durability resulting in more leases, more renewals, and more value.
What does Built to Spec mean?
Built to Spec furnishings are uniquely designed, purpose-built, manufactured, and installed student housing furnishings for student housing living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms that are not available in any catalog.
Living room pieces include:
- Sofas
- Chairs
- Coffee tables
- Side tables
- Consoles
Kitchen pieces include:
- Islands
- Counter stools
Bedroom pieces include:
- Bedframes
- Desks
- Dressers
- Chairs
How will the collaboration work?
MCA’s will bring its best-in-class interior design experience in student housing to design purpose-built furnishings which Morgan Li will manufacture. MCA will also provide installation services for a one-stop solution that sets student housing projects apart from the competition.
How does the Built to Spec process work?
MCA’s designers work closely with clients to strategically identify the target demographic’s specific needs and develop design concepts that align with the project’s brand and objective. MCA then designs custom furniture pieces that meet the project’s specific needs, preferences and budget. Morgan Li leverages its decades of manufacturing expertise to bring these designs to life, crafting high-quality, durable pieces that stand up to the wear and tear of student living.
Does Built to Spec take longer?
No. Built to Spec furnishings offer a more seamless approach to selecting and installing student housing furniture. By bringing the design and manufacturing of furnishings under MCA’s interior design deliverables, clients can expect deadlines to be met in the same efficient manner they are accustomed to.
Does Built to Spec cost more?
No. Built to Spec offers high quality, durable and aesthetically designed student housing furnishings that meet any budget requirements.
What are the benefits of using a Built to Spec approach vs a catalog for student housing furnishings?
Today’s students sleep, live, study, work and play better in spaces designed to meet their specific needs. Unique, well-designed furnishings can make a significant difference in attracting residents and surpassing occupancy and renewal goals. Built to Spec furnishings deliver innovative, purpose-built student housing furniture that sets a property apart with style, impact and durability at no additional cost.