More than 1,300 rental inquiries: High demand for Moringa Hamburg HafenCity
The Landmarken Group has begun renting out the apartments in its Cradle to Cradle pilot project, Moringa Hamburg HafenCity. As of June, there were already over 1,300 inquiries for the 217 residential units. While applications for the subsidized section were closed even before the leasing process began, the first lease agreements for the high-rise “The Crown” were signed as soon as leasing began. Europe’s first residential high-rise built according to the principles of the circular economy will be fully completed at the beginning of next year.
Located directly on the waterfront of Baakenhafen, the Moringa—with its level of recyclability, unprecedented on this scale—is considered an industry-wide pilot project in rental housing construction. Approximately 80 percent of the construction and finishing materials (KGR 300, DIN 276) used in the Moringa can be dismantled, sorted by type, and reused. In addition, this ambitious project, with approximately 24,000 m² of gross floor area, fulfills numerous socially relevant functions. All residential units are rental apartments, and more than one-third of the living space is publicly subsidized. “At the Moringa, living will become part of a better future—sustainable and forward-looking. And all this in a unique location in HafenCity, characterized by water and modern architecture,” says Daniel Huppertz, head of the leasing department at Landmarken’s sister company, Stadtmarken GmbH.
Moringa impressively demonstrates how green building, social responsibility, and forward-looking urban development can go hand in hand, as Karen Pein had already noted at the topping-out ceremony last September: “A model for resource-efficient and healthy living is taking shape here,” said the Hamburg Senator for Housing and Urban Development. In addition to its high ecological standards, the Moringa also prioritizes community and social sustainability. This is supported by healthy and allergy-friendly materials as well as communal spaces designed for interaction and neighborly connection. As part of the efficient energy concept—which includes photovoltaics and district heating—continuous energy monitoring ensures optimized consumption.
In addition, the complex designed by kadawittfeldarchitektur will offer coliving and coworking spaces. Both will be operated by POHA House, Landmarken’s sister company specializing in sustainable shared workspaces. The dining area on the Warftebene also serves as a practical addition to the complex’s functions. The green facades and accessible rooftop gardens will be eye-catching features for residents in HafenCity. In October, the bilingual Kitea daycare center will open, creating an important childcare option in HafenCity with 80 spots across three nursery groups and two elementary groups.
Demand for the subsidized apartments is particularly high. More than 700 applications were reviewed for the 72 units in the “Moringa The Leaf” building; additional applications were no longer accepted. The first tenants can move in here as early as this month. But the premium apartments in the “Moringa The Crown” tower—almost all with waterfront views, and many also overlooking the Elbphilharmonie—are also generating significant interest. The first leases have already been signed. Here, too, leasing is being handled by the on-site Stadtmarken team, which is currently organizing numerous viewings. Prospective tenants can still schedule appointments via moringa.eco. POHA House is expected to follow suit in the fall and begin leasing the coliving area.
