FM newsroom – retail facility, Poland. Over 4500 sqm of leased space in the retail area in 2023, as well as a steady increase in footfall and turnover. Centrum Praskie Koneser confirms its position as the most important mixed-use investment on the right bank of Vistula in Warsaw.
Centrum Praskie Koneser in Warsaw can once again boast consecutive growth in key indicators. According to official announcement, the number of visitors to the commercial and service part of the investment increased by 6,5 % year-over-year, and tenant turnover increased by 11,1 %.
“The excellent results achieved by Centrum Praskie Koneser are a reason for satisfaction and motivation for further dedicated work for us. The high level of key operational indicators on the one hand proves the effectiveness of marketing and placemaking activities, such as Koneser’s Summer or Koneser’s Ice Rink, and on the other hand confirms that modern, multifunctional facilities are much more resilient to market challenges compared to single-function projects.” – Magdalena Bartkiewicz-Podoba, CEO of Liebrecht & wooD in Poland, the company that owns Centrum Praskie Koneser in its portfolio.
New tenants in Koneser
In 2023, Centrum Praskie Koneser experienced dynamic growth in its offerings. New tenants appeared in the commercial, service, and restaurant areas of the investment, occupying a total of 2,864 sqm. Among the new tenats are miniciti, an innovative educational project for children, L’Osteria, the first restaurant of the well-known European restaurant chain, Spółdzielnia.Koneser, a modern restaurant with roots in Łódź. Pharmacy (Medicover Group) also complemented the wide medical offer of Centrum Praskie Koneser, and Ambassade de la Beaute, the first venue in Poland of the exclusive network of beauty salons by the French brand Biologique Recherche.
In the beginning of 2023, the operator and tenant of the Butelkownia event centre (1,667 sqm) became the Dobry Hotel Group, which includes the Moxy Warsaw Praga Hotel in its portfolio, located inside Koneser. New tenants have occupied a total area of 4,531 sqm.
The year 2024 at Koneser
In 2024, Centrum Praskie Koneser is focusing on further developing its offerings. New and exceptional tenants will appear, including an attractive proposal for children, youth, and families, namely the interactive museum ‘Kleks. Magia Kina’ inspired by the world created by Jan Brzechwa. The ‘Zabawa’ music bar, combining entertainment with quality European slow food cuisine and Freya Bistro, a restaurant offering vegetarian and vegan cuisine will also join the line of tenants.
In 2024, Koneser space will also be bustling with activities. The iconic ‘Koneser’s Summer’ will take place in July and August. Moreover, throughout the year, Koneser hosts workshops, exhibitions, events, theatre performances, film screenings, and other attractions. The aim is to positively influence the sustainable development of the city and support the local community, in line with the ESG Policy adopted by Liebrecht & wooD company.
Operating since 2018, Centrum Praskie Koneser comprises nearly 100,000 sqm of space dedicated to office, commercial, cultural, entertainment, gastronomic, hotel, and residential purposes. The investment, located on the premises of the former Koneser Vodka Distillery, was realized and belongs to Liebrecht & wooD and BBI Development S.A.
