Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, has selected contractors for the design and construction of its new office building in Warsaw.
The tender for this modern investment was won by a consortium of companies from the Eiffage Group. The nearly 70,000 sqm building, located on Racławicka Street in Warsaw, will accommodate over 2,000 Frontex employees. This is another flagship project for the Eiffage Group and the company’s largest investment to date on the Polish market.
The winning project will be carried out by Eiffage construction companies, with the Polish branch of the firm as the consortium leader.
“As part of the tender, we proposed an innovative design for an efficient building that reflects the shared ambitions of both organizations in the area of sustainable development. Frontex’s future headquarters will offer modularity, a high standard of security, and will support the well-being of its employees,” says Denis Mathern, CEO of Eiffage Polska Budownictwo.
The building, with a total floor area of almost 70,000 sqm, will be located on a plot at 136 Racławicka Street in Warsaw’s Mokotów district, next to the former Gwardia stadium. It will consist of seven above-ground floors and two underground levels. The design emphasizes the preservation of as much greenery as possible, introduces plantings to support biodiversity, and provides high-quality landscaping of the outdoor areas, including a staff garden and a public park.
Frontex is expected to move into the new building at the end of 2028. The project’s chief designer is the architectural studio SUD Architect, while ARUP has provided innovative solutions in the field of technical installations and sustainability.
“The new Frontex office building will undoubtedly become a showcase for the Eiffage Group in Poland and one of the key projects in our entire portfolio. This collaboration consolidates our position as a responsible general contractor offering an advanced, innovative approach to construction. Both the project itself and the technical solutions we proposed reflect the group’s policy and vision, according to which we aim to combine functionality and quality with environmental responsibility,” adds Denis Mathern.
A sustainable and innovative building of the future
The project incorporates technologies designed to reduce the building’s environmental impact. Part of its electricity will be supplied by photovoltaic panels installed on the roof. A geothermal system will provide heating and cooling, while a rainwater harvesting system will reduce the use of this precious resource. The foundations of the new headquarters will be partially built using low-emission concrete compared to the standard materials typically used in such projects. Key areas of the building, including the main lobby and canteen, will feature timber construction.
The design meets the high security standards tailored to Frontex’s operational needs. High-quality interior facilities, combined with a clear layout for the Agency’s various departments, will enable staff to carry out their duties effectively and securely.
The office spaces will promote employee well-being through modern acoustic, ergonomic, and lighting solutions. A landscaped green park adjacent to the building, with small architectural features, will serve as a recreational area.