Kestel Group
Housing Classification Standards

CLASSIFICATION OF HOUSING IN COMPARISON

Classification of multi-story residential buildings and projects according to quality

Architecture

Constructions

Glazing

Ceilings

Common area

Apartment

Apartment area

Kitchen area

Entrance areas

Economy class

Standard (serial) project, projects for reuse.

No limitations.

Profiles with double frame made of local wood or plastic, or single-layer profiles with single glass, profiles with double frame and double glass.

The net ceiling height is 2.3 meters.

Standard finishing.

Finishing or standard finishing.

Net area
1+1 – 28 sqm
2+1 – 28 sqm
3+1 – 44 sqm
4+1 – 56 sqm
5+1 – 70 sqm

Starting from 10 sqm. It can be a kitchen-living room combination.

No specific requirements.

Power distribution - 10 kW per apartment, single-phase. Heating - air conditioning.

Standard level of landscaping design.

Not applicable.

Standard swimming pool. Existence of areas designated for non-residential buildings in accordance with the conditions of residential development and legislation.

Presence of social facilities within a 1 km radius of the residential area.

Must comply with the regulatory requirements of the local master plan.

Comfort class

More diverse architectural options (modifiable floors, facades, layouts), enhanced serial projects, projects for reuse, or individual projects.

Panel residential building, frameless ceramic blocks, and framed block apartments (dividing a monolithic residential building, buildings made of aerated concrete blocks, ceramic blocks, etc.).

Imported profiles with medium-priced double glazing. High-quality glass in accordance with imported technologies and local manufacturing.

The ceiling height is from 2.5 meters. The rooms are isolated and there are wide balconies and storage rooms. Some projects include bay windows and summer rooms. The possibility of rearrangement is usually limited.

Enhanced finishing.

Apartments without finishing (rough finishing) or with enhanced (high-quality) turnkey finishing.

Net area
1+1 - 34 sqm (studio - 28 sqm)
2+1 - 34 sqm (studio - 28 sqm)
3+1 - 50 sqm
4+1 - 65 sqm
5+1 - 85 sqm

15 sqm

Property manager. Entrance doors with intercom system, concierge room, metal entrance doors to apartments.

Power distribution - 10 kW per apartment, single-phase. Heating - centralized heating system with radiators or convectors equipped with thermostatic controls.

It is possible to have fencing around the garden area, standard children's playgrounds, and service facilities. There is a common green area.

Environmental safety is ensured but not mandatory. Property manager, intercom system.

Indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Gymnasium. Existence of areas designated for non-residential buildings in accordance with the conditions of residential development and legislation. Additionally, management service may be located in these areas.

Presence of social facilities within a 1 km radius of the residential area.

Must comply with the regulatory requirements of the local master plan.

Luxury class

Individual project with original design, involving work on architectural appearance.

Frameless ceramic blocks and framed block apartments (dividing block apartments, buildings made of aerated concrete blocks, ceramic blocks, etc.).

High-priced modern imported profiles made of plastic and wood with double frame and double glazing, along with energy-efficient glass.

The ceiling height is from 2.80 meters. The apartment has a spacious layout. The possibility of rearrangement is usually available, and there are penthouses and duplex apartments. It is possible to divide the apartment into a guest area and a leisure zone. Winter gardens with wide balconies and covered balconies can be organized. Apartments with two or more rooms should have at least 2 bathrooms.

High-quality finishing (decorative plaster, ceramic tiles, artificial stone, etc.).

Apartments without finishing (rough finishing) or with enhanced (high-quality) turnkey finishing.

Net area
1+1 – 45 sqm
2+1 – 45 sqm
3+1 – 65 sqm
4+1 – 85 sqm
5+1 – 120 sqm

20 sqm

Property manager. Entrance doors with intercom system, enhanced thermal and sound insulation in entrance areas, concierge room, metal entrance doors to apartments with exterior and interior finishing, locks with 4 sides in the apartments.

Power distribution - more than 10 kW per apartment + emergency power supply for the building. Centralized ventilation and air conditioning system (or ducts for external units of split-systems), possible external separate systems, additional water and air purification levels. Independent or centralized heating (separate individual heating systems). Fast elevator, imported or jointly produced, cabins with individual finishing. Modern low-voltage and communication networks.

Imported bimetallic radiators with thermostatic controls.
Separate locations for air conditioners, drainage systems.

A portion of the area around the building is designated for landscaping and is fenced off during the design stage as part of the master plan.

Designated areas for children's playgrounds and service facilities. Possibility of landscaping the territory. Landscape design, small architectural forms. Concierge service, electromagnetic locks, in-house security service, control points at the entrance of the building courtyard. Video surveillance at the entrance and around the building. Alert system that notifies about the entry of third parties onto the premises - direct communication with the concierge via the intercom.

Indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools. Gymnasium. Public hall. Presence of necessary security personnel (at least 1 person). Extensive network of social and commercial facilities and events that can control access of unauthorized individuals. In-house management service.

Location in areas with high commercial and administrative activity. Social facilities should be accessible within a radius of no more than 1 km from the residential area.

Closed, above-ground/underground parking + no less than 1.0 parking space per apartment, should be accounted for in the total area and have the ability to park in a secured area of the same district.

Ultra luxury

The design of a residence requires a thorough analysis of the building's external elements, the plot of land, and the surrounding landscape. The house should be constructed according to an individual project by a renowned architect (with a level of recognition within national boundaries) and can aspire to be recognized as a local architectural landmark.

Frameless ceramic block and framed block apartment (dividing buildings made of ceramic blocks).

Increasing the glazing area (taking into account the climatic zone). High-quality glass in accordance with imported technologies and local manufacturing.

The ceiling height is 2.95 meters. There are typically 3-4 apartments that face the staircase. The area around the external walls allows for flexible planning. Special layouts are available. There are winter gardens and utility rooms (laundries, dressing rooms, etc.) located in the basement or intermediate floors. Kitchens can double as dining areas, and there are terraces. All apartments should have at least 2 bathrooms.

Customized finishing, according to the design project.

Apartments with customized finishing (using special materials for finishing, according to the architect's design project) or without finishing (fully prepared for subsequent finishing and soundproofing, including dedicated engineering channels for each apartment).

Net area
1+1 – 60 sqm
2+1 – 60 sqm
3+1 – 80 sqm
4+1 – 120 sqm
5+1 – 250 sqm

25 sqm

Property manager. Entrance doors with intercom system, enhanced thermal and sound insulation in entrance areas, reliable lock system (reinforced against tampering), security features such as reinforced doors. Pre-installed video door viewers. Lobby, reception area. Metal entrance doors to apartments with exterior and interior finishing, locks with 4 sides in the apartments.

Power supply - more than 10 kW per apartment + emergency power supply for the building. Each apartment has a centralized ventilation and air conditioning system, air purification, steam humidification, maintaining the desired temperature (cooling in summer, heating in winter), and additional levels of water and air purification. Extensive 5-stage filtration system. Water quality is certified for drinking. Independent heating (boiler room)/dual-circuit system or air convectors (separate individual heating systems). High-speed elevators from leading manufacturers, in line with the architectural design of the entire complex, cabins with individual design. Modern low-voltage and communication networks, presence of installation box in the apartment. HD TV, satellite, cable, internet, telephone. Imported convectors that maintain the microclimate inside the room using fan coils/individual comfort units. Metering system - remote monitoring of all energy resources of each apartment and transmission of records to a central control point.

Landscape design, small architectural forms. Concierge service, electromagnetic locks, in-house security service, access control point at the entrance of the building.

Mobile patrol service at the parking entrance, entrance to the building courtyard, around the building, on the premises, stair landings, and corridors. Video surveillance at the entrance of the building, around the building, entrance to the apartments, stair landings, and corridors. Fire safety - installation of sprinkler fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, and smoke extraction systems. All information is transmitted to a central control room and copied to the security guard. The control room, where all engineering networks and systems are located, operates 24/7. Fast information and response system for emergencies and incidents. Alert system that notifies about the entry of third parties onto the premises - the concierge contacts the guest through an owner's invitation card.

Open-air pools designed in a unified style, with enhanced security systems. Gymnasium. Public hall. Wide range of activities for residents, accessible only with club cards that serve as invitations exclusively for apartment owners. Additionally, personalized services and additional activity options are available.

Located in areas with high commercial and administrative activity. Ultra-elite social facilities should be available and utilized. Close proximity to cultural centers and architectural landmarks. Preferred location from an ecological standpoint. Picturesque views should be visible from the windows. Easy access to transportation (the ability to easily reach the residence).

There should be a closed, above-ground/underground parking. Access to the parking for residents: apartment - elevator - parking. There should be no less than 1.5 parking spaces per apartment.

Engineering

Courtyard

Security

Public area

Infrastructure of complex

Parking