Social considerations are becoming increasingly central to real estate investment, shaping how assets are designed, operated and integrated into their communities. From affordable housing to care facilities, the “S” in ESG is influencing how investors respond to demographic change, wellbeing and community needs.
INREV members have shared case studies below that demonstrate how these priorities are being translated into practice, combining social impact with long-term investment objectives.
- PATRIZIA – A resident engagement pilot workshop in Zaragoza, designed to better understand what communities value in future affordable housing. Residents highlighted the importance of flexible, well-designed homes, access to green and shared spaces, and strong on-site management. The insights are informing design and operational decisions and creating a framework for scaling community engagement across PATRIZIA’s Sustainable Communities portfolio.
- Northern Horizon – Mariehjemmene Kolding, an intergenerational care facility combining 80 purpose-built care units with an integrated kindergarten. The project addresses growing demand for elderly care while fostering daily interaction across generations, embedding social value alongside a strong sustainability focus, with DGNB Gold certification expected in 2026.
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Resident engagement workshop in Zaragoza - PATRIZIA case study
Published on 16 Dec 2025
PATRIZIA piloted a resident engagement workshop in Zaragoza to better understand what communities value in future affordable housing. Thirty residents from different household types shared perspectives on home design, communal areas and community management. Participants emphasised flexible and well-designed homes, access to green and shared spaces, and strong on-site management to build trust and support daily life. The workshop provided practical insights for architects and operators and created a framework for scaling community engagement across PATRIZIA’s Sustainable Communities portfolio.
Intergenerational care facility supporting community needs in Kolding - Northern Horizon case study
Published on 16 Dec 2025
Mariehjemmene Kolding is the first private care home in Kolding municipality and forms part of the city’s response to a growing elderly population and rising demand for modern care beds. The project delivers 80 purpose-built care units and an integrated kindergarten, creating an intergenerational setting where daily interaction between children and elderly residents can occur. Sustainability has been prioritised, with the building pre-screened for DGNB Gold and certification expected in 2026.