Skanska to launch final phase of Albatros Kbely residential project in Prague

Skanska has announced the launch of the final phase of its Albatros Kbely residential development in Prague 19. The upcoming Charlie apartment building will introduce 89 low-energy units, completing the five-stage project that spans nearly 100,000 square meters. Construction of the final phase is scheduled to begin in 2026, with completion expected in 2028.

The Charlie building will include a mix of apartment layouts ranging from 1+kk to 3+kk, with 2+kk units making up the majority. Each apartment will feature a balcony and electric outdoor window shading. Top-floor units will offer private terraces prepped for whirlpools and pergolas. Shared amenities will include a rooftop terrace, bicycle and pram storage, waste management areas, cellars, and garage parking with shelters. All parking spots will be prepared for electric vehicle charging.

The development continues Skanska’s focus on sustainability. The building is designed to meet the highest energy performance classification (PENB-A) and aims to achieve BREEAM certification. It will incorporate smart home systems, underfloor heating, triple-glazed windows, and video intercom access. Materials used in construction meet EPD, FSC, and PEFC standards. Prefabricated bathrooms will be included in most units to ensure consistent quality and reduce waste on site.

The project includes energy-efficient features such as rooftop photovoltaic panels expected to produce up to 43 MWh annually. Water efficiency is enhanced by using water from the development’s own well for toilet flushing and laundry, as well as collecting rainwater for irrigating communal greenery. These systems are projected to reduce drinking water consumption by 30%, or 33 litres per resident per day.

Sustainability in construction is further supported by the use of Rebetong, a type of concrete made from recycled construction waste. It will account for 30% of the final phase’s monolithic structure, alongside low-carbon concrete materials.

The final phase also adds public infrastructure, including a children’s playground, cycle paths, a large public park of over 8,000 square meters, and access to 15,000 square meters of green areas in the surrounding space. Other community features planned include outdoor gyms, barbecue areas, vegetable gardens, a supermarket, a nursery school, and recreational facilities for all age groups.

Once completed, Albatros Kbely will include 688 apartments across 11 buildings. Three phases and a kindergarten are already complete. The fourth phase is under construction with a 2026 completion target, while the final phase has now entered the sales stage.

Named after the Aero L-39 Albatros training aircraft, the project incorporates aviation themes throughout its architectural elements and building names, reflecting the local heritage of the nearby Kbely Aviation Museum.