Poland: Resident integration in new housing developments
New residential projects are increasingly focused on fostering community life by incorporating infrastructure that supports resident integration and the creation of social bonds. Developers are introducing shared spaces such as community rooms, green courtyards, playgrounds, fitness areas, and co-working zones, while also emphasizing sustainable design and accessibility. Current trends highlight the importance of multifunctional outdoor areas, facilities for leisure and cultural activities, and amenities that encourage both everyday interaction and organized community events. Among the most effective solutions are flexible communal spaces and green infrastructure, which not only enhance quality of life but also strengthen social ties among residents.
Tomasz Kaleta, Managing Director of Sales and Marketing at Develia
In line with the growing importance of sustainable construction, elements of integration infrastructure that support the building of social bonds and improve the quality of life of residents are becoming an indispensable part of modern design. We want our housing estates to promote social integration, an active lifestyle and the building of neighborly relations. Our projects include green courtyards, recreation areas, outdoor gyms, playgrounds and community gardens. Amenities such as salt graduation towers, yoga glades and chess tables are also becoming increasingly common. We also pay attention to small architectural elements such as pergolas, benches and platforms, which create a friendly and comfortable space for meeting and relaxation.
A good example of a housing estate that promotes community building and daily contact with nature is Przemyska Vita in Gdańsk. Over 40% of the land in this development has been allocated to greenery and common areas, including two playgrounds, a boules court, a barbecue area with a fire pit, benches and picnic tables, and a dog run.
Danuta Majka, Business & Product Development Director at Archicom
When designing our projects, we focus not only on residential functions, but above all on comprehensively caring for the quality of life of our residents. We want to create spaces that foster neighborly relations and a sense of community. Market research shows that the quality of a neighborhood is determined not only by its location, but also by the opportunity to interact with others. That is why we plan a variety of integration solutions in our projects, especially those involving multiple stages. These include residents' clubs, fitness rooms, outdoor gyms, and workshop spaces. Green areas within the estate and the appropriate development of common areas play an equally important role.
Tomasz Czuchra, Vice-President of the Management Board of Waryński S.A. Holding Group
The Waryński Group actively introduces solutions that promote the integration of future residents into its projects. We believe that building good neighborly relations should begin at the design stage, both on the scale of the housing estate and individual buildings.
In our investments, we attach great importance to well-thought-out architecture and functional use of common areas. Key elements for us include green areas and recreational spaces within the development, benches, walking paths, playgrounds and relaxation areas conducive to spontaneous meetings, the appropriate location of balconies and terraces in relation to each other and the surroundings, and commercial premises on the ground floors of buildings, which activate the space and facilitate everyday interactions between residents, even where not required by regulations.
Such elements, although often considered simple, require a great deal of design commitment and understanding of the needs of future users. We carefully analyze the profile of the target group of residents and design the space with the real needs of the local community in mind.
Current trends in inclusive infrastructure planning often draw on proven models from the past, such as board game and chess tables, open-air gyms, and multi-purpose sports fields. These solutions are gaining a new quality today thanks to modern materials and improved ergonomics. At the same time, it is crucial that inclusive infrastructure does not generate excessive maintenance costs for residents, which is why we focus on durability, functionality, and low operating costs.
Mariusz Gajżewski, Head of Sales, Marketing and Communication, BPI Real Estate Poland
Integrating residents is an important part of building the value of a neighborhood for us. In our completed projects, we have introduced common spaces: gardens and terraces on roofs, chill-out, fitness and coworking areas, gazebos and playgrounds. Such places are conducive to building neighborly relations and creating an integrated community.
Current trends show that residents increasingly expect “added value” rather than just square footage – they want to live in a space that supports relationships and activity. Places for relaxation and spending time together in the fresh air are particularly popular.
Katarzyna Mirota, Sales & Marketing Manager, Matexi Polska
Our key goal is to create not only functional apartments, but above all attractive places to live. Customers are increasingly paying attention to access to green areas and the quality of common spaces, which is also related to the growing importance of remote work and the need for rest in a friendly environment. Therefore, in line with our motto “Welcome to the neighborhood,” we strive to build communities that promote social integration, neighborly relations, and active leisure.
In our new projects, we consistently plan common areas such as recreational areas, playgrounds and neighborhood meeting places that naturally encourage residents to interact and build a local community. For example, in the Żelazna 54 development in Warsaw, residents will be able to enjoy a green courtyard and a roof terrace. In the Sady Żoliborz development, we have also designed a large public terrace for residents, which is an ideal space for relaxing outdoors, both individually and with neighbors. In multi-stage developments such as Splot Wola, we are planning playgrounds, neighborhood meeting places, and outdoor gyms so that everyone can find a space in the neighborhood that suits their needs.
Joanna Chojecka, Sales and Marketing Director for Warsaw and Wrocław at Robyg Group
An increasing number of development projects include elements that promote social integration. Customers are looking not only for apartments, but also for a sense of community, security, and a comfortable environment. In response to these needs, many companies, including ours, are introducing solutions that foster neighborly relations.
A modern housing estate is not only a residential space, but also a social environment. The integration of residents affects the attractiveness of the project, customer loyalty and the good reputation of the investment. Importantly, it is not about big budgets, but about well-thought-out details that encourage everyday interactions.
Current trends in integration infrastructure in housing estates include shared recreational spaces such as playgrounds, outdoor gyms, relaxation areas with deckchairs, and community gardens. There is also small architecture and greenery conducive to socializing, with benches in the shade of trees, gazebos, neighborhood barbecues, green roofs, and shared terraces. There are also sports fields and areas, not only for children but also for adult residents, such as paddle tennis courts, ping-pong tables, and running tracks around the housing estate.
Karolina Bronszewska, Marketing and Innovation Director at Ronson Development
We want our projects to be inclusive, open and supportive of strong local communities. That is why all our investments are designed not only with the comfort of everyday life in mind, but also with the quality of interpersonal relationships that develop between neighbors. We create spaces that inspire people to meet, encourage dialogue and allow residents to feel part of a larger whole.
The best example of this approach is Ursus Centralny, a project in which carefully designed common areas play a special role, responding to the needs of different groups of residents and encouraging daily integration. We have created dedicated spaces that encourage meetings, conversations and joint activities, such as the Meeting Station, where residents can spend time over coffee, or the Good Shape Station – an outdoor gym that brings neighbors together through joint exercise. Such places become a natural backdrop for everyday interactions, both spontaneous and more planned.
Our experience shows that open, multifunctional spaces that are transparent, accessible, and intuitive to use work best. They are the most effective in encouraging residents to leave their homes, establish relationships, and build a neighborhood community, which is what matters most to us.
Damian Tomasik, President of the Management Board, Alter Investment
Although we specialize in land sales, we are seeing growing interest among developers in creating integration spaces in planned housing estates. Our plots are prepared with the possibility of creating common spaces such as playgrounds, community gardens and service pavilions. This type of infrastructure is becoming standard in modern construction and increases the attractiveness of investments.
Photo: Warszawski Swit, Home Invest
Source: Dompress.pl
