Botanica Residence unveiled as a new benchmark for premium living in Baku

Botanica Residence unveiled as a new benchmark for premium living in Baku

The official launch presentation of Botanica Residence took place on 18 June at the Four Seasons Hotel Baku, introducing one of the city's most ambitious new premium residential developments.

Developed through a partnership between PMD Group and Kensington, Botanica Residence has been designed by Chapman Taylor and represents a distinctive new approach to urban living in Baku, combining the convenience and energy of city life with the wellbeing benefits of a nature-focused environment.

The event brought together representatives from government agencies, the business community, investors and project partners, who were introduced to the vision, design and lifestyle concept behind the development.

Located adjacent to Baku's Central Botanical Garden, Botanica Residence has been conceived around the principle of creating a healthier and more balanced way of living. The project offers residents the opportunity to remain closely connected to the city centre while enjoying direct access to green spaces, fresh air and a tranquil natural setting.

The development comprises four residential towers containing 359 premium apartments and four penthouses. Two of the buildings rise to 22 storeys and two to 18 storeys, creating a landmark residential destination set within extensive landscaped surroundings.

Group Board Director Jon Hale from Chapman Taylor presented at the launch

Carefully designed outdoor spaces, family-friendly public areas, recreation zones and facilities that promote active lifestyles have been integrated throughout the development. 

Chapman Taylor's design responds to both the urban and natural context of the site, creating a contemporary residential environment that balances architectural quality, landscape and everyday comfort. The project reflects the growing demand for premium homes that prioritise wellbeing and sustainability.

Botanica Residence builds on the extensive experience of PMD Group, one of Azerbaijan's leading real estate developers, and Kensington's expertise in premium residential development and project management. Together, the partners have created a residential destination that offers a new benchmark for quality living in Baku.

The official unveiling marks an important milestone for the project and highlights the continued evolution of Azerbaijan's residential market towards lifestyle-led, internationally designed developments.

Jon Hale (BA (Hons) Dip Arch ARB ČKA)

Group Board Director, Prague

Jon heads up Chapman Taylor's business in the Central Eastern Europe (CEE) region, leading on the design and implementation of projects in the Czech Republic, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia and Serbia.

Based in Prague since 1991, Jon joined Chapman Taylor in London in 1997 and was invited to the Group Board in 2020. His knowledge of the CEE markets and his leadership have helped our Prague studio become one of the foremost architects of commercial buildings in the region. The Prague team is dedicated to delivering high-quality architecture to clients in the CEE region with a strong emphasis on delivering sustainable and commercially successful projects that people enjoy.

Areas of expertise:

Mixed-use / Workplace / Residential / Retail

Adriaan de Kroon (MSc. Arch)

Architect, Prague

Adriaan graduated from Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands in 2004 and has since built over 20 years of professional experience, primarily in Prague. He joined Chapman Taylor in 2008 and has successfully led projects from concept through to completion, including Azerbaijan's largest retail development, Ganjlik Mall, as well as the refurbishment of Nový Smíchov's Food Avenue and the Kotelna Park office development. More recently, he has focused on mixed-use masterplanning and residential projects in the Czech Republic and internationally, including Botanica Residence in Baku and Queen's District in Bucharest.

He successfully alternates between large-scale masterplanning and careful architectural detailing. His particular strength lies in developing strong architectural concepts that create distinctive and successful places.

Adriaan is Dutch and speaks fluent English and Czech.

Areas of Expertise:

Residential / Workplace / Retail / Masterplanning

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