EdR and Kaba: Team Players for Many Years

EdR, a leading developer, owner, and manager of high-quality collegiate housing communities, was facing the challenge of outdated housing that could not meet the needs of a 'wired' generation. With enrollments increasing at a greater pace, university leaders realized the need for new construction of privatized developments and repurposing of school-owned facilities. EdR was aware of the benefits that electronic locks would provide when dealing with key control, and saw them as a perfect fit for student housing projects. However, locks using mechanical keys needed to be physically changed at each semester turn, which was a significant operational challenge.

EdR is one of the nation’s largest developers, owners, and managers of high-quality collegiate housing communities. Founded in 1952 in Memphis, TN, the company quickly became known as one of the most successful developers in the country. Twelve years later, they introduced the “student hotel concept” to the market which has grown to become a vibrant, active student housing industry. With an extensive portfolio of both privatized and university-owned collegiate housing communities, their pioneering history and innovative approach, EdR is the benchmark company within the student housing industry. Many of their concepts and practices have been adopted as standard operating procedure by their industry peers. Most important to EdR’s success is their talent for listening and collaboration with their collegiate partners to create unique solutions for each university or college. This long-term investment process includes careful planning and proposals that are suited exclusively for the needs of the institution.