“There’s no such thing as semi-transparency.”
“There’s no such thing as semi-transparency.”
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“There’s no such thing as semi-transparency.”

21. 11. 2022 by Michael Divé

Architect Anais Cosneau is working as an ombudsperson on a large BUWOG construction project in Weingarten. We gather with her for an interview about effective communication, residents’ concerns and transparent real estate companies.

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Blackout in Austria – this is what you can do
Blackout in Austria – this is what you can do
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Blackout in Austria – this is what you can do

14. 11. 2022 by Helmut Bayerl

Blackouts and power outages are a main topic at the moment and causing many people to worry, especially now that winter is just around the corner – a frightening scenario. In this blog post, we would like to inform you about how to prepare for a possible power outage or blackout and how to take action in an emergency. If worse comes to the worst, authorities and emergency organisations such as National Crisis and Disaster Management (SKKM) are there to help. However, personal responsibility and the right course of action can ease the burden on emergency services and benefit those affected.

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Urban density: How can sustainable urban development succeed in a limited space?
Urban density: How can sustainable urban development succeed in a limited space?
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Urban density: How can sustainable urban development succeed in a limited space?

03. 11. 2022 by Torsten Hahn

BUWOG podcast: In this episode we talk to architect Eike Becker about the need for urban densification. How can sustainable urban density be achieved in harmony with a better quality of life? And what role do vertical and car-free neighbourhoods play in this?

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Housing Guide: What to Do with Electronic Devices?
Housing Guide: What to Do with Electronic Devices?
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Housing Guide: What to Do with Electronic Devices?

19. 10. 2022 by Michelle Veillard

Good for the environment and good for your conscience: Old electronic devices that no longer work should be properly disposed of. In Austria, this is possible at electronics retailers or designated collection points. But many devices are still too good to throw away. The nationwide repair bonus provides a remedy here.

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Martinshöfe: step by step to a new neighbourhood development
Martinshöfe: step by step to a new neighbourhood development
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Martinshöfe: step by step to a new neighbourhood development

17. 10. 2022 by Michael Divé

Transparent information and dialogue with the local residents are the be-all and end-all for new construction projects. An information event for the Martinshöfe project in the Ravensburg district provided information concerning numerous questions.

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BUWOG Podcast with Eva Weiß: Challenges and opportunities in neighbourhood development
BUWOG Podcast with Eva Weiß: Challenges and opportunities in neighbourhood development
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BUWOG Podcast with Eva Weiß: Challenges and opportunities in neighbourhood development

13. 10. 2022 by Michael Divé

In this episode we talk to Eva Weiß, Managing Director of BUWOG Bauträger GmbH, about neighbourhood development. How does a liveable residential quarter succeed from land acquisition to completion? What role does ecological, economic and social sustainability play?

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Mission 11 – Conserving Energy Together
Mission 11 – Conserving Energy Together
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Mission 11 – Conserving Energy Together

11. 10. 2022 by BUWOG

BUWOG is the only company in the Austrian real estate sector that’s a member of the klimaaktiv pact. Thus for us, it obviously makes sense to support “Mission 11”, an energy-saving campaign of the Federal Ministry for Climate Protection, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology. In this article, we present valuable tips on how you can reduce the costs of your energy bill.

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Digital residential convenience in MARINA TOWER
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Digital residential convenience in MARINA TOWER

29. 09. 2022 by Gastbeitrag

They stand out right away in the entrance of MARINA TOWER: big, clear displays of information and services, providing access to the digital world of this exemplary residential project. Here we reveal what it’s all about!

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