In November, ByggVesta welcomed the very first tenants to Sege Park, a new residential area in Malmö. Together with the City of Malmö and other developers, ByggVesta has contributed to creating something truly special — a neighborhood centered around sustainability, sharing, community, urban gardening, circular consumption, and green mobility. The development Sköterskan is owned by HållBo, a joint venture between ByggVesta and Bonnier Fastigheter Bostad.
Vision illustration by Liljewall Arkitekter – the Sköterskan block in Sege Park
Sege Park is part of Kirseberg in northeastern Malmö — a unique location with nearly 2,000 mature trees, bordering Beijers Park. Several of the historic buildings from the area’s former hospital operations are being preserved for their cultural and architectural value. Together with new developments, they create a district designed for modern, sustainable living.
Sharing Economy, Community, and Urban Gardening
Sege Park is being developed with a clear focus on sustainability in all its dimensions. The goal is to make it possible to live well within planetary boundaries, and at a reasonable cost. Through shared services such as tool libraries, residents will gain access to more resources without the need for ownership. The neighborhood also includes car- and bike-sharing pools.
Sege Park provides ample opportunities for gardening, both next to the buildings and in the communal Sege Park garden area, which features raised beds and traditional allotments. Residents can also join study circles and research projects related to sustainable living, and regular activities for both adults and children will be arranged.
Building Community and Engagement in Sköterskan
From the early planning stages, HållBo aimed to ensure strong resident involvement and co-creation. Together with Theory Into Practice Architects, a workshop was held to gather insights for the design of shared spaces and services that meet residents’ needs. Participants were potential tenants from ByggVesta’s own housing queue.
The discussions led to the idea that the shared community space should function as an “extra living room” for tenants — a place designed to encourage social connection and long-term community. This concept supports social sustainability, even for those who rent rather than own their homes.
It was both interesting and valuable to hear future residents’ thoughts about their dream home. Their input greatly helped us in the planning process, says Sofia Skarpsvärd, Project Manager at ByggVesta.
About Sköterskan
Sköterskan consists of 113 apartments of varying sizes, primarily smaller units of 1–3 rooms and kitchens. Designed by Liljewall Arkitekter, the buildings feature simple forms, carefully placed windows, and facades that harmonize with the historic nurse residences nearby.
Sköterskan is the first of two blocks developed by HållBo in Sege Park. The second, Sjuksalen, with 114 rental apartments, will be completed in 2024.
“I’m really looking forward to welcoming the first tenants. They’ll need a bit of patience before the entire area is finished, but it’s going to be wonderful! Here in Sege Park, together with Bonnier Fastigheter, we’re proud to contribute to something truly unique,”
– Kjell Ehrlin, Property Manager at ByggVesta
