What is the “15-minute city” concept?

Have you ever thought about how many minutes you spend each day commuting to work, taking your child to school, going to the gym, or meeting friends for a cup of coffee?

Research shows that even after many people adopted hybrid work models following the pandemic, the average person still spends at least 59 minutes of their day commuting. But what if all of your daily needs — work, education, leisure, shopping, healthcare — were within just a 15-minute reach from where you live? This is the core idea behind the “15-minute city” concept.

The concept’s creator, French urbanist Carlos Moreno, believes that urban spaces should save people time, strengthen social ties, and promote a more sustainable way of living. Cities from Paris to Copenhagen have already begun implementing this approach, and the results are quite promising. According to a 2022 study conducted in Paris, residents living in 15-minute city zones have, on average, 1.5 hours more free time each day.

So how can this concept be applied in Azerbaijan? Bahar Residence is one of the few developments that align with this vision. Located just 3 minutes from the Ganjlik metro station, the complex is surrounded by a newly developed park, shopping centers, restaurants, fitness, and leisure areas — offering residents a lifestyle close to nature while remaining in the heart of the city. Moreover, amenities like co-working spaces, a yoga patio, cinema, and spa zones within the complex turn the idea of “life close to home” into a reality.

Creating smarter, more sustainable, and human-centered cities isn’t just a dream — the “15-minute city” is a real plan for the future we want to live in. And Bahar Residence brings that future to the heart of the city, starting today.