FM newsroom – construction, office building. Construction has officially begun on Warsaw’s newest landmark — a shimmering 150-metre skyscraper that will redefine the city’s fast-growing business district.
Breaking Ground in the Capital
Echo Investment has kicked off construction of the AFI Tower, a 150-metre office skyscraper set to dominate the Towarowa22 super-quarter at Rondo Daszyńskiego in central Warsaw. The project, scheduled for completion within three years, will become the tallest point in this emerging urban hub.
At the site between Towarowa and Pańska Streets, heavy machinery is already at work on deep foundations and earthworks. Contractors are installing diaphragm walls plunging more than 40 metres below ground — the outline of five subterranean floors that will house car parks, technical facilities for the office tower, and a neighbouring 125-metre residential block, propertynews.pl reports.
A Landmark for the Towarowa22 Super-Quarter
AFI Tower marks the next milestone in the transformation of Warsaw’s city centre. Developed jointly by AFI, Echo Investment and Archicom Collection, it will stand as the flagship of the Towarowa22 super-quarter — and the only office tower in Poland designed with terraces for nearly every tenant.
Its tiered, offset form, reminiscent of stacked books, pays tribute to the site’s literary past as the former home of Dom Słowa Polskiego — once the country’s largest printing house, where newspapers, books and magazines rolled off the presses for decades.
A Tower in Tune with Nature
On the 23rd floor, a 1,200-square-metre sky garden will offer sweeping views across Warsaw and a tranquil retreat for workers high above the city streets. At ground level, mature trees and lush shrubs will frame new public spaces, including a landscaped square for residents and visitors alike.
Across the wider Towarowa22 development, green areas will eventually cover two hectares — helping to cool the urban microclimate and bring new life to one of Warsaw’s busiest districts. The site’s proximity to Rondo Daszyńskiego metro, tram and bus stops ensures seamless access by public transport.
Building Responsibly for the Future
From the outset, Echo Investment has committed to low-emission, energy-efficient construction methods to minimise environmental impact. The tower will run on renewable energy and feature cutting-edge systems that recycle excess heat from air conditioning into Warsaw’s municipal heating network — literally helping to warm the city’s homes.
Once complete, AFI Tower is expected to achieve top-tier sustainability accreditations, including BREEAM Outstanding, WELL Health & Safety, WiredScore Platinum, and SmartCore certifications — placing it among Europe’s most advanced and eco-conscious office developments.