PLOT STRATEGY – LOCATION, SCALE, AND ACCESS

For the Established Urban Independents concept, plot selection is driven by a different set of priorities than early-career urban living. Location, scale, and access must support long-term comfort, autonomy, and ease of daily life — not intensity or density.

We are seeking a Copenhagen site capable of supporting the first SUITE 01 building for Established Urban Independents: a location that offers architectural clarity, calm urban presence, and strong long-term investment fundamentals.

Unlike younger demographics, this group values spatial generosity, accessibility, and privacy over proximity to nightlife or hyper-centrality. Sites must therefore combine urban connection with a sense of retreat.

Our acquisition strategy is grounded in realism and early engagement, and includes:

  • Direct dialogue with public landowners (e.g. By & Havn)

  • Strategic partnerships with private landowners or developers

  • Selective repositioning or redevelopment of existing properties

  • Off-market opportunities where scale and parking potential can be secured

Location Strategy:

Preferred locations are urban but calm, with strong infrastructure and immediate access to green space, water, or low-density neighbourhoods.

Priority areas include:

  • Inner Frederiksberg (particularly quieter streets and edges toward green areas)

  • Selected parts of Nordhavn with lower density and proximity to water

  • Islands Brygge and Amager with direct access to waterfront and parkland

  • Transitional zones between inner city and villa districts

We deliberately avoid the most congested inner-city locations. For this target group, ease of access, light, and quiet outweigh walking distance to retail concentration.

Scale & Building Parameters:

The EUI concept requires fewer, larger homes, resulting in lower unit density per building and a more residential character.

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Target building parameters:

  • Buildable floor area: approx. 3,500–6,500 m² GFA

  • Total units: typically 25–45 apartments per building

  • Building height: ideally 3–5 storeys, with potential for set-back top floors or penthouse units

  • Architectural expression: calm, timeless, and materially grounded rather than expressive or iconic

This scale supports community without crowding, and allows for meaningful shared spaces without over-programming.

Parking & Access:

For Established Urban Independents, private vehicle access is essential.

  • Parking provision:

    • Target 1.5–2 parking spaces per apartment

    • Combination of underground and covered on-grade solutions

  • Additional requirements:

    • EV-ready infrastructure

    • Secure storage for bicycles and mobility aids

    • Direct lift access from parking to residential floors

While residents remain urban in outlook, many maintain two cars per household, travel frequently, and expect frictionless arrival and departure.

Programme & Apartment Mix:

Apartments are designed for long-term living rather than flexibility or turnover.

Typical unit mix:

  • 2–3 bedroom apartments as the primary offering

  • Select larger corner or top-floor units for owner-occupiers seeking extended comfort

  • Minimal number of smaller units

Indicative apartment sizes:

  • Typical units: 90–130 m²

  • Larger units / penthouses: 140–180+ m²

Layouts prioritise:

  • Generous living spaces

  • Strong daylight and views

  • Acoustic comfort

  • Storage and utility space

  • Step-free access and long-term adaptability

Shared Functions & Ground-Level Use

Shared amenities are integrated with restraint and intention.

Likely inclusions:

  • Shared lounge or library-style room

  • Wellness or movement space

  • Guest apartment (“chambre privée”) for visiting family

  • Landscaped garden or courtyard

  • Optional small-scale cultural or community space

Ground-floor commercial use is selective and limited — if included, it should serve residents directly (e.g. café, studio, or health-oriented service) rather than attract external footfall.

Summary

The plot strategy for Established Urban Independents is fundamentally about quality over quantity. Fewer homes, larger units, strong parking provision, and calm urban locations create a residential environment aligned with autonomy, longevity, and sustained urban living.

This approach supports both the lifestyle expectations of the target group and the long-duration, low-volatility investment logic required for pension fund capital.