Ghelamco introduces new solutions in office buildings amid pandemic

Ghelamco, leader of the commercial property market in Poland, is the first to introduce in its office buildings special solutions to prepare them for an epidemic. An innovative approach to HVAC systems will enable the buildings to operate in the so-called pandemic mode.

The office buildings built by Ghelamco in Warsaw are to provide tenants with maximum comfort and safety. The developer has implemented in its projects an integrated suite of solutions yet unseen on the market. They will become a standard in the company’s future projects.

” Safety does not have a price. Today it has become a top priority when choosing an office building. We have rapidly responded to the new market need, which is to protect office tenants and their employees against the coronavirus and its impact. Together with our partners we have developed a whole suite of state-of-the-art technology solutions which are already being implemented in Ghelamco’s latest office projects: The Warsaw HUB and Warsaw UNIT. This will also provide tangible benefits for the property and its investment potential. When it comes to protection against epidemics, the buildings which meet top safety standards will become far more attractive for the tenants as they will allow for minimizing the risk and avoiding disruptions. This will translate into higher property value and ultimately be a very important selection criterion for investment funds,” Jeroen van der Toolen, Managing Director CEE, Ghelamco, said.

Ghelamco’s office buildings will be equipped with innovative technology solutions which, in the event that the government announces a state of epidemic threat, will enable them to immediately switch to the so-called pandemic mode. The special mode of building operation has been developed based on Ghelamco’s internal analyses. In addition, the company commissioned a special report including recommendations on building systems in view of COVID-19. The document has been prepared by scientists from the Faculty of Building Services, Hydro and Environmental Engineering of Warsaw University of Technology. 

(WBJ)