About Us
ParkProperty Europe operates as a pan-European investor and developer focusing on the residential asset class. We are also active in the hospitality and industrial sectors.
Whether in new construction projects or existing building developments, as a single investor or in partnership with other investors: As a family business, we combine our own capital strength with experience and know-how, thus creating sustainable value in the urban areas of Europe.
€2.5 billion
CONSTRUCTION AND PLANNING VOLUME
+130
COMPLETED
PROJECTS
> 60 years
REAL ESTATE EXPERTISE
Our story
Experience that makes the difference.
Originating from ECE, which was founded by Werner Otto in 1965, ParkProperty Europe draws on over 60 years of real estate expertise.
Since its founding, the group has realized large-scale projects in the retail, office, industrial, and residential sectors. At the same time, the foundation for its current business in North America was laid.
Since 2026, the company, formerly known as ECE Work & Live and ECE Living, has operated as ParkProperty Europe.
Internationally networked.
Shaped by long-term factors.
ParkProperty is a company owned by the Otto family in the residential sector, with subsidiaries
in the USA, Canada, and Europe. The European business is operated by ParkProperty Europe. This allows us to combine an international perspective with deep local expertise.
That's what sets us apart.
Capital, partnership, performance
At home in Europe: We invest strategically where we see potential and growth. We know from experience that every market is different. This diversity offers opportunities. Our pan-European network is established, locally rooted, and has grown over many years. We work collaboratively in joint ventures, co-investments, and fund structures – with a high level of equity stake, deep local market knowledge, and clear responsibilities.
Values that are important in the workplace
We create properties that work in the long term – economically viable, functionally compelling, and sustainably attractive. Our projects impress users and cities alike, while simultaneously creating reliable value for investors and financing partners.
Recognize opportunities. Enhance value.
We seize opportunities in different market phases – even when markets become more demanding. Our work style is characterized by short decision-making processes, a high degree of implementation reliability, and a clear focus on quality and profitability. We pursue our goals consistently and collaboratively. We take responsibility – for what we do and for our environment.
Management
Our company combines many years of experience in investment and asset management as well as in development.
CEO
Henrie W. Kötter
Henrie W. Kötter is CEO of ParkProperty Europe.
Since 2004, he has led various companies in Germany and abroad, including property management and the project development and residential fund business of ECE. He also served on the supervisory board of a listed US shopping center REIT. He began his career in strategy consulting.
Henrie W. Kötter studied business administration at the ebs European Business School. He is a member of the European Executive Committee of the ULI Urban Land Institute.
MANAGING DIRECTOR DEVELOPMENT
Katja Freese
Katja Freese is Managing Director responsible for project development in Germany. This includes the asset classes residential, office, hotel and logistics, as well as the areas of construction and design.
Katja Freese has held management positions within the company since 2021. She possesses in-depth knowledge of management and leadership. Previously, as branch manager of BEOS AG, she demonstrated her expertise in development and asset management for mixed-use commercial sites.
Katja Freese is a graduate engineer (TU Berlin) and real estate economist (ebs) and is a member of the Executive Committee German of the ULI Urban Land Institute.
MANAGING DIRECTOR INVESTMENT
Jan-Hendrik Walloch
Jan-Hendrik Walloch is responsible as Managing Director for international investment activities and for the financing sector.
Since 2008, he has held various management positions within the company, including building up the residential fund business and overseeing transactions for shopping centers in Southern Europe. From his previous roles as a banker and investment manager, Jan-Hendrik Walloch possesses not only a deep network in various European real estate markets but also extensive experience in structuring and financing complex real estate transactions.
Jan-Hendrik Walloch completed a banking apprenticeship and a degree in business administration.