Case Study:

Centre Court Nottingham -Student Accomodation Coffee Machine

Fresh milk bean-to-cup coffee for a private student residence in Nottingham

Results That Speak for Themselves

Student residence common area – average daily usage

20

Drinks/Day
Sold on average

100%

Resident satisfaction
reported informally

Centre Court£1
Starbucks£3.45
Caffè Nero£3.3
Costa Coffee£3.25
Pret A Manger£3.1

Residents pay ~70% less per drink compared to high street chains — saving £2.25–£2.45 per cup, with convenience and no queues.

Client Overview

  • Organisation : Centre Court Nottingham
  • Sector: Student Accommodation / Residential
  • Location: Nottingham, UK
  • Environment: Student residence communal kitchen and social space

The Challenge

Centre Court Nottingham required a high-quality self-service coffee solution for residents, suitable for daily use within a shared communal environment. The solution needed to deliver consistent drink quality, be easy for on-site staff to maintain, and integrate cleanly with the design and layout of the residence.

Procurement Requirements

  • Fresh milk bean-to-cup coffee provision for residents
  • Simple self-service operation
  • Equipment suitable for frequent daily use
  • Easy routine cleaning and maintenance by on-site staff
  • Reliable operation within a shared residential environment

Why Livewell Was Selected

Livewell was selected for its experience delivering coffee solutions within residential and managed living environments. The proposed solution combined premium fresh milk coffee equipment with straightforward day-to-day operation and ongoing support, giving Centre Court confidence in long-term reliability.

Solution Delivered

Service Scope

Livewell delivered a fully installed and supported coffee solution, with setup and ongoing support designed to operate reliably within a student residence environment.

  • Delivery and installation of fresh milk coffee equipment
  • Configuration of drinks menus for resident use
  • Staff handover and training on routine cleaning and maintenance
  • Ongoing technical support from Livewell
  • Supply of coffee beans, hot chocolate, and consumables

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Equipment and Technology

The installation centred on a premium fresh milk coffee machine selected for ease of use, drink quality, and suitability for shared residential spaces.

  • Gaggia La Brillante fresh milk bean-to-cup coffee machine
  • Touchscreen drink selection interface
  • Integrated fresh milk system
  • Cashless payment capability
  • Compact footprint suitable for communal kitchens

Operational Benefits

  • Consistent coffee availability for residents
  • Simple daily cleaning and maintenance for on-site staff
  • Reliable operation suited to shared residential use
  • Reduced need for external coffee trips by residents

Staff Outcomes and Feedback

“The residents really like the coffee machine, and it’s very easy for me to clean and maintain. My personal favourite is the Galaxy hot chocolate.”

Dean, Resident Service Manager, Centre Court Nottingham

Key Benefits

Quality Coffee

Great Value

Boost Morale

Self Funding

Cloud Access

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