Swimming in style

The first housing estate in Wrocław to boast a swimming pool is being developed by Spectrum Development. The project should be completed by the end of 2008.

"We are a company which likes innovation and which likes to surprise," says Joanna Żbikiewicz, of Spectrum Development's marketing department.

The residential estate is located in Wrocław's Ołtaszyn district, between Motylkowa and Łubinowa streets. When finished, it will comprise five two-storey buildings with underground garages and space for services. The area between buildings is designed for children's playgrounds. Future inhabitants may choose between 300 apartments which range from one to five rooms and 26-150 sqm. All apartments will be equipped with anti-burglar doors, internet access and wooden-frame windows. Additionally, one luxury apartment building will offer fireplaces and will be connected to the estate's recreation center by an underground passage.

The project's biggest advantage is perhaps its location. "Ołtaszyn it is a residential district. There are a lot of trees, no tall buildings and the connection to the city center is very good. It is a rather well-off district," says Joanna Żbikiewicz.

The housing estate's main attraction will be its recreation center. Inhabitants will be able to use its sauna, fitness club, a monitored room for children and, of course, the 20-meter swimming pool.