Zauner Developments

What Zauner Developments does

Zauner Developments GmbH is a Berlin-based independent property developer founded in 2021 by Heike Zauner, who brought over 25 years of experience from leading Berlin real estate companies. The company specializes in premium residential and mixed-use property development across Berlin and Brandenburg, with a portfolio of eight projects — four completed (Carte Blanche in Charlottenburg, Templiner Park in Prenzlauer Berg, Schmidstraße in Mitte, FIDELIO in Potsdam Sanssouci) and four in active development or planning (LUCHS – FINEST LIVING in Grunewald, KARLLOTTA in Steglitz, TIAMO in Potsdam, Seebadallee in Rangsdorf). Projects range from 19 to 109 residential units and are designed in collaboration with award-winning architecture firms including Hilmer Sattler, Bonanni, Graft, Schmidt & Rudolf, and Soltkahn, with each development carrying a distinctive architectural identity. Technical differentiation centers on A+ energy efficiency, with projects integrating geothermal heat pumps (up to 35 ground probes), photovoltaic arrays, Power2Heat installations, and Jung Home building automation — already compliant with Germany's 2045 climate-neutrality targets.

The company operates a full-cycle development model covering site acquisition, planning, construction management, architectural conception, and direct sale of completed units. Revenue is realized one-time per unit sold; no recurring revenue streams. The 15-person team handles direct sales through project-specific websites, a model apartment open every Saturday, and on-site community events (Richtfest, Tag der offenen Baustelle, Christmas markets), supplemented by a channel partnership with Accord Estates for LUCHS and KARLLOTTA. Target customers are affluent urban homebuyers in Berlin's prestige neighborhoods (Grunewald, Steglitz-Zehlendorf, Charlottenburg, Potsdam) and real estate investors seeking properties with strong sustainability credentials and long-term value. Architectural features range from urban apartments (64–245 m²) to ultra-premium villas at LUCHS with up to 340 m², Michelin-star chef kitchens, and bespoke interiors by Fabian Freytag Studio.

The company is privately held and family-operated (Luisa, Julius, and Vinzenz Zauner participate in commercial and digital transformation roles), with no external investors, VC backing, or public funding rounds disclosed. The legal entity is Zauner Developments GmbH, headquartered at Kurfürstendamm 38/39 in Berlin-Charlottenburg. Notable commercial milestones include over 50% sell-through of KARLLOTTA at launch (February 2024) and full sell-through before construction completion. The firm collaborates with GASAG Solution Plus for energy systems and Berliner Sparkasse for project financing, while academic engagement with Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin signals talent pipeline development.

Name

Zauner Developments

Legal name

Zauner Developments GmbH

Website

https://zauner-berlin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zauner Developments is a Berlin-based independent residential and mixed-use property developer founded in 2021 by Heike Zauner, targeting affluent urban homebuyers and investors across Berlin and Brandenburg with premium, architecturally distinctive, and energy-efficient projects ranging from urban apartments to ultra-premium villas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Real Estate Development

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117)

SIC

Operative Builders (1531), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Spec Home / Production Homebuilding (Tract & Volume Builders) (IMAFABAD)

Keywords

• Residential real estate development
• Luxury property development
• Sustainable housing construction
• Mixed-use property projects
• Urban real estate Berlin

Headquarters

HQ city

Berlin

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Development and Sale: Zauner Developments generates revenue by acquiring land, developing residential and mixed-use properties (including planning, construction management, and architectural conception), and selling completed units to end buyers. Revenue is realized upon transfer of ownership — a one-time transaction model per unit. The company handles the full development lifecycle from site acquisition through planning, construction, and final sale.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Zauner Developments is a Berlin-based real estate development firm that acquires land, plans, builds, and sells premium residential and mixed-use properties across Berlin and Brandenburg. The company manages the full development lifecycle — site acquisition, architectural conception, construction management, and direct sales of completed units to end buyers — with a focus on architecturally distinctive, A+ energy-efficient projects in prime urban locations.

Product overview

Zauner Developments is a Berlin-based independent property developer specializing in high-quality residential and mixed-use projects across Berlin and Brandenburg. The company offers a portfolio of distinct branded developments including LUCHS (luxury villas in Grunewald), KARLLOTTA (urban residential in Steglitz), TIAMO (heritage and new construction in Potsdam), Seebadallee (lakeside living in Rangsdorf), and completed projects FIDELIO, Carte Blanche, Schmidstraße, and Templiner Park. The portfolio ranges from exclusive single-unit villas to multi-hundred-unit residential ensembles, with the company handling the full development lifecycle from acquisition through design, construction, and sales.

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Products and services

• LUCHS – FINEST LIVING Luxury residential ensemble of eight multi-family villas with exclusive apartments and townhouses at Luchsweg 11-23 in Berlin-Grunewald, featuring high-end interiors by Fabian Freytag Studio, kitchens from a Michelin-star chef, private gardens, and renewable energy systems. Targeted at ultra-high-net-worth buyers seeking bespoke premium living in Berlin's most exclusive neighborhood.
• KARLLOTTA Residential and commercial ensemble in Berlin-Steglitz comprising 65 apartments and commercial spaces, combining Vorderhaus KARL (53 units) with Gartenhaus LOTTA (12 terrace apartments), featuring sustainable energy concepts with geothermal and photovoltaic systems and A+ energy efficiency. Targeted at upper-mid-market urban families and professionals seeking sustainable, well-located city living.
• TIAMO Potsdam Sanssouci Mixed-use ensemble in Potsdam featuring five heritage-protected buildings (21 apartments) and new construction including 3 garden houses and 5 remises (32 apartments), combining historic restoration with modern living near the UNESCO World Heritage site Park Sanssouci. Targeted at premium buyers seeking heritage charm combined with new-construction quality in a culturally significant location.
• Seebadallee Maritime-style residential project in Rangsdorf featuring 28 exclusive lakeside villas and 25 apartments in a classical multi-family building, located near Rangsdorfer See on approximately 13,000 m² of land. Targeted at families and lifestyle buyers seeking waterfront living within commuting distance of Berlin.
• FIDELIO Potsdam Sanssouci Completed residential and commercial property in Potsdam near Schlosspark Sanssouci, featuring 19 premium apartments and a historic ballroom for commercial use, with meticulous restoration of 1920s architecture by Soltkahn Architekten. Targeted at premium buyers seeking heritage character and refined design near Sanssouci.
• Carte Blanche Completed residential ensemble in Berlin-Charlottenburg with 80 units and 1 commercial space, featuring modern classical architecture by Bonanni Architekten with rooftop garden, courtyard, and concierge service.
• Schmidstraße Completed co-living residential project in Berlin-Mitte with 68 apartments and a community lounge, featuring modern architecture by Bonanni Architekten and a kindergarten facility.
• Templiner Park Completed residential and commercial project in Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg with 109 apartments and 2 supermarkets, designed by Graft architecture firm, featuring fee-development services in quality assurance and buyer management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50% of KARLLOTTA (65 apartments + commercial) sold within months of sales launch
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• GASAG Solution PluscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 May 2024GASAG Solution Plus provides fossil-free, 100% renewable heating and energy solutions for Zauner Developments' projects, specifically the KARLLOTTA project. The partnership delivers geothermal heat pump systems with 35 ground probes, supplemented by air-source heat pumps and Power2Heat technology. A photovoltaic array on the roof powers the heat pump operations. This partnership enables climate-neutral building heating compliant with Germany's 2045 requirements.
• Accord EstatescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccord Estates serves as the co-marketing and sales partner for LUCHS Finest Living and KARLLOTTA projects. They manage sales events, buyer engagement, and promotional campaigns including the 'Aktion Rot' advertising initiative and the sales launch family event for KARLLOTTA.
• Bonanni ArchitektencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBonanni Architekten is the lead architect for multiple Zauner Developments projects including KARLLOTTA (Steglitz), Seebadallee (Rangsdorf), and Schmidstraße (Berlin-Mitte). They provide architectural conception and design services across the project development lifecycle.
• Schmidt und Rudolf ArchitektencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchmidt und Rudolf Architekten designed the TIAMO project in Potsdam Sanssouci, responsible for the architectural vision that connects heritage Altbau restoration with new construction, preserving the historic character near the UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Hilmer Sattler ArchitektencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHilmer Sattler Architekten designed the LUCHS project at Luchsweg in Grunewald, creating eight distinct luxury villas each with its own architectural personality — classical, modern, and romantic styles — integrated into the exclusive Grunewald setting.
• Graft ArchitektenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraft Architekten, an internationally renowned architecture firm, designed the Templiner Park project in Prenzlauer Berg. Zauner Developments served as fee developer providing quality assurance and buyer management for this project.
• Thomas Zauner (Rechtsanwalt)supportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThomas Zauner, husband of founder Heike Zauner, provides legal counsel specializing in civil construction law. Since 2001 he has advised clients primarily in project support and receivables management, bringing legal expertise to the company's development operations.
• Vinzenz ZaunersupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVinzenz Zauner, trained engineer (M.Sc.) and innovation manager (M.Sc.), serves as digital transformation consultant, optimizing business processes and promoting enterprise-wide digitalization. He provides consulting on sustainable and future-oriented operational improvements.
• Fabian Freytag StudiosupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerFabian Freytag Studio provides bespoke interior design services for the LUCHS project, offering high-end interior concepts including custom room designs for prospective buyers — an exclusive service elevating the premium positioning of the LUCHS development.
• Frank von Bargen LandschaftsarchitektensupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrank von Bargen designed the landscape architecture for the LUCHS project, creating private gardens and extensive communal green spaces within the luxury villa ensemble.
• Soltkahn ArchitektencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSoltkahn Architekten designed the FIDELIO project in Potsdam, a sensitive renovation of a 1920s hotel building near Sanssouci, combining classical and modern architectural elements while preserving historical ornamentation including original colors, stucco work, and façade details.
• Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht BerlinminorOthersHochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin partnered with Zauner Developments for a guest lecture on project management in real estate development. Vinzenz Zauner and Patrick Schramm delivered the lecture to 2nd-semester Business Administration students, bridging theory and practice in real estate project development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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