Stories from Svetliy mir

Anya and I live in the RC “Svetliy mir “Ya-Romantik…”. We met here when we bumped into each other in the doorway at the house entrance a few years ago. Our first conversation started with apologies and laughter. We haven't been apart since.

I live in a modern complex on the alluvium of Vasilyevsky Island. Although my flat is small, it is cosy, and I often spend time here because I work from home. And when I need a change of environment or find inspiration, I go to the Neighbourhood centre.

I live in the quarter “Svetliy mir “Ya-Romantik...”, was one of the first to settle in, watched our complex being built; saw the new houses and places for walking appear.

I work at the Neighbourhood centre. Communicating with visitors, making fragrant coffee, and creating a cosy atmosphere – all this makes my life bright and eventful.

When I was considering a flat for purchase, I reviewed the new buildings since I already used to live in the old fund. And now, my reality is a modern and beautiful complex with a well-maintained territory and cosy courtyards. I’m always inspired by the scale of the project when I walk along the inner streets.

I live in the quarter “Svetliy mir “Ya-Romantik...”. I was born on Vasilyevsky Island and never wanted to move to another area. When I found out that a new block was being built on the alluvium, I immediately went to the developer's office to learn more about my future home.

We truly appreciate the time spent together. Often, we take a leisurely walk around the yard, enjoying the fresh air. Our complex is a great example of what houses designed by people for people should look like.

We have been living in this complex for several years now. And every day we rejoice that our choice was the right one. Our city already has not so much sunshine, and we can only see bright colours in summer, so it’s no surprise we want to surround ourselves with colourful objects and things. And when you look at the facades of our house, the mood immediately improves!

Despite the coming frosts, my daughter and I try to go for a walk every day. In our large yard, there are plenty of places for walking and outdoor activities. In case we start to get cold, instead of coming right back home, we go to the “Svetloe café”. Masha drinks her favourite sea buckthorn tea with a chocolate croissant, and I prefer a latte.

For us, winter is a special time of the year, filled with magic and comfort. We met each other in the winter. Turned out that we lived in the same complex! A year later, in December, Alexey proposed to me. I moved into his flat, and we started to rent out my one-room flat.

I’m a person for whom the spirit of competition and an active lifestyle are not just words but a real philosophy. After completing my sports career, I decided to move to St. Petersburg. I settled in the RC "Svetliy mir “Zhizn...", where besides a place for comfortable living, I also found an environment to continue my sports passion.

Andrey and I have been together for many years. I can say with confidence that moving to the RC “Svetliy mir “O'Yunost…” is one of the best events of our lives.

It’s not the gifts that are the main reason why we wait for December 31st.

Mum says that every person, both an adult and a child, needs faith in a miracle. After all, our world is beautiful and full of amazing discoveries.

We love winter. The city gets so beautiful, like in a fairy-tale. What's the main thing in winter? Get dressed warmly! That’s how frosts and winds won’t be able to get you. On top of that, you also need to take some time during your walks to drink something delicious to warm up.

The more attention you pay to yourself, the more opportunities you create for this. That’s the law of positive life!

I really love our stylish public spaces. There is a kind and friendly atmosphere, and it is beautiful and cosy here. Besides, I just admire the staff of the centre, since they always come up with something new for us.

My friends say that I should conduct master classes on effective time management. I appreciate every hour and manage to have loads of things done. Hence, why when looking for a flat, I considered only large projects with an internal infrastructure, in order to spend less time on trips, and solve all household issues on the spot.

When choosing a flat, being a parent makes you look for everything related to the education and leisure of the child, as a primary importance. Our block is located close to one of the best gymnasiums of the district, "Earth and the Universe". Besides, there are a lot of creative and sports activities in the Neighbourhood centre.

I bought a 2-bedroom flat in the RC “Svetliy mir “Stantsiya “L”...”. For now, we are planning to rent it out in order to pay the mortgage faster. After that, in a few years, we will make repairs so that our grown-up daughter can live separately.

A walk with hot tea and a fresh croissant from the “Svetloe café” is my favourite evening tradition. A few laps around our cosy courtyard helps me recharge after a working day, relax, and tune in to a pleasant pastime with my loved ones.

Not only do I try to be a good mum for my son but also a loyal friend. I feel pleased when he comes to me for advice. And even if his problems seem little against the background of my adult worries, I know that it is still important to him. When he called me to the Neighbourhood centre to play board games because he was too shy to go alone, I gladly agreed to support him.

After getting married, I realised that I wanted to devote most of my time to taking care of my family, instead of casual and work meetings. It is more pleasant and convenient to do this when you live outside the city.

People who work from home know how much they sometimes want to change their usual environment. In our wonderful quarter, it is easy to do so!

In autumn, I always collect a bouquet of golden and red maple leaves. Every season gives us certain moments of happiness. You just need to notice them. And when you live outside the city, it's easier to do it.

We’ve always tried to spend as much time as possible with the children in the fresh air. On weekdays, we settled for the playground by the house, and on weekends, went to the bay. Everyone was looking forward to these days. This was how we made the easy and quick decision to move closer to nature.

Ask my son what he loves most in the world. Misha immediately, without hesitation, will happily answer: "Walking!".

That's exactly how I imagined my independent life. Every morning I have a quiet breakfast, watching from the window for neighbours who walk their dogs. During the day, I work. I'm a freelancer, so I only need a laptop and a cosy environment for inspiration. In good weather, I try to spend more time in the yard, in the fresh air.

Our children cannot sit still. They are always drawn to the search for new games and adventures. I can't imagine, how we would have managed in our old house. There was nothing to do in the yard for longer than 15 minutes; and there was no one to play with because we were practically the only young parents in our five-story building.

My favourite time of the year is all of them! After all, every hour I spend with my child and family is precious to me.

As soon as I earned my first serious money, I immediately invested in buying a flat. I was looking for a modern quarter in which there would be spacious courtyards, bright entrances, and flats with turnkey repairs.

When my wife and I were choosing a new residential complex, we carefully looked through all the offers in the Moscow district. For us, the main thing was a large and enclosed courtyard, an interesting playground, and the sports component was also important. We found all this in our wonderful quarter with such an inspiring name: “Svetliy mir “Zhizn...”.

When I chose a new flat, I considered not only the price and the location of the complex, but also its the infrastructure. I liked the Nevsky district, the proximity of the river, which is visible from the window, and, of course, the courtyard with a large sports field.

Moving house changed my life for the better. I've become more positive about lots of things. And in my complex, it was very easy to do this because it was built with love and care for the future residents. You can see it in every detail!

I live in the Nevsky district. My residential complex is easy to recognise, it is the brightest and most unusual. One of my neighbours even started writing fairy tales about butterflies and geese, painted on our buildings.

We’ve been dreaming of a new flat for a long time. When I started working from home, I realised how much we lacked a spare room, which we could equip as an office. Besides, my daughter is growing up, and she needs more personal space.

My family and I have been living in this complex for more than five years. Still, we discover something new here.

I can't think of a better holiday than spending time with my son. We go with him to our Neighbourhood centre, which is located right in the yard. It is very convenient.

We rarely moved with our family, so buying a flat was a big event for everyone. We chose Vasilievsky Island unanimously. When we found out that there are buildings with a view of the bay in the quarter “Svetliy mir “Ya-Romantik…”, we stopped our choice at this complex.

I moved into my flat, feeling a little sad and longing for the old home which I had been renting for ten years. I got used to the neighbours, the neighbourhood, the way of life, and lifestyle. What awaits me in my new home?

This summer we had time to relax at the sea and at my grandparents' dacha. My husband and I, like any parents, try to give our children the best, plan their day in order to combine useful activities and outdoor games.

This is the third year I have been working remotely, visiting the office once or twice a month if necessary. And that's amazing! In good weather, I try to spend more time outdoors. For example, in the yard of your house.

I live in St. Petersburg, in the city centre. I go on business trips so often that I have already flown all over our country. I have visited cities from Kaliningrad to Vladivostok, and nowhere have I seen such a beautiful place as our “Mir Vnutri”.

I love summer! It's a great time to try something new. Currently, I'm learning how to ride roller skates. It’s not going very well yet, so for now, I don’t leave our yard. However, we have everything perfectly arranged here; there are special paths for roller skates and bicycles, a lot of benches to sit down and relax, and canopies that protect from the sun.

My husband and I met in our residential complex. We moved here with a week difference, and met only a year later.

We bought a flat in the first stage of development and were one of the first neighbours to move in. This option was more affordable than a cottage and more convenient to maintain. The houses are built close to the shore, all in the same style, modern and of high quality. And very beautiful!

For my birthday, my children gave me a tablet, and from my grandchildren, I received wireless headphones. Now, I can talk to them via video link at any time. I continue to watch my favourite movies and TV shows on the plane or train. Sitting in the yard until the evening, finishing reading a book, is another thing I can do now.

Our family traditionally spends summer holidays on the bay. We bought the flat for ourselves and did not plan to rent it out so that we could come here at any time.

My wife and I considered only new buildings. We were looking for a flat in the Moscow district so that it would be more convenient to go to the dacha in the summer. And, of course, a lot of greenery was necessary. Now, strolling slowly through the neighbourhood, we walk up to the Pulkovo Park.

My children are my pride! They look so much like me when I was a kid… Next to them, I get younger and seem to forget about my age, enjoy playing hide-and-seek, running, and cycling.

Life on the bay, in our beautiful quarter, in an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity, feels like an incessant holiday. Returning home, I immediately forget about some minor failures. And the mood, at the sight of my house, rises sharply.

My main inspiration to exercise every day is my sister. I look at her like in the mirror and see the result of our hard work.

I absolutely love the facades of our house! Even on the cloudiest day, one glance at the facades is enough to make life sparkle with colours.

What do I love our quarter “Svetliy mir “Vnutri...” for? For freedom of movement! There are no cars in the yards, but there are enough bicycles, skateboards, scooters, and roller skates. It is equally comfortable to move around a large and beautiful territory both on something wheeled and on foot.

All my childhood I dreamed of a treehouse, which almost every boy in an American film had. I shared a room with my older brother until he entered Moscow State University and moved to Moscow. At the same time, my parents decided to sell our flat in St. Petersburg and buy another one on the bay.

Moving out of town was a spontaneous but great decision! We arrived at the bay, saw beautiful houses, and immediately started looking for information on the Net about this complex. Quickly, we agreed with the manager about viewing the flats. A week later, the deal was made.

Although there are enough offers, finding a flat in Moscow is not an easy task. I immediately decided that, instead of succumbing to the persuasions of managers in sales offices, I would choose precisely according to my budget.

My company is engaged in design. For this reason, I learned about the new quarter on the first line of the bay from colleagues. We came specifically with the architects to see the territory where the construction of the first buildings was carried out. Everyone really liked the idea and style of the future houses.

I didn't think the place where I live could affect my mood and well-being so much. We had a cosy flat in St. Petersburg, where every inch was made with love, since I planned the design myself. However, the view from the window to the old courtyard was not inspiring and the monotonous road to the subway was sometimes depressing. I often woke up with the feeling like my every day is an endless Groun

I was born and raised in Lyublino. I went to kindergarten and school here, and even met my wife not far from home. When the question about buying a more spacious flat came up, we began to search from the flat offers in the same area.

We came to the sales department office, which is located near the construction site, with my whole family. I thought my daughter would get bored while we were processing the documents, so I grabbed a tablet for her. It turned out, there is a whole room for children there! My daughter and I got so carried away that my husband had to come get me to sign the contract.

I've been living on Vasilievsky Island for a little over a year. I moved to an already inhabited and fully built quarter. Immediately I started using everything that was provided on our large territory: grocery stores, pharmacy, and café with pastries.

I bought a flat way back at the start of the project. I was very attracted to the “Svetliy mir” format. At first, I just liked the name. It gave an air of the good and the positive. After moving, I realised what was really put into this concept. It was not just about the infrastructure of the complex (which is extensive, by the way) but also the people living in the houses.

This move was the easiest in my life.

It feels like all the main romantics of the city live in our quarter. Our neighbourhood chats and social media accounts are full of photos of sunsets and wonderful views, including those, made from the flat windows. I know that people from other parts of the city often come to visit to take a beautiful photo shoot.

My grandparents had a dacha on Kashirskoye Highway, so these places are familiar to me since childhood. My son and I have come here more than once to take a walk in the nature reserve, and to sunbathe on the beach.

The most pleasant time of every evening is when I return home. Once I go into our yard and see home, all the fatigue immediately recedes. A feeling of peace, quiet joy, and security replaces it instead.

I fell in love with this place as soon as I parked near the sales office and got out of the car. I took a deep breath of clean, fresh air and realised that this was the place I wanted to live in!

The decision to buy a flat in a new building in the Nevsky district was 100% correct. The price was excellent, the flat was already renovated, and the view from the bedroom was on the Neva. Living in old houses, I forgot that the entrances can be so bright and clean.

My husband and I have long dreamed of moving out of town but to a flat instead of a private house. After all, living in your own house has a lot of nuances and constantly arising problems, both big and small, that need to be solved independently. Things are much easier with a flat.

I love my flat and the view of the Neva River that opens from the bedroom windows. It’s so amazing! Back at the developer’s office, I remember that the manager convinced me to have a closer look at this particular layout, although it was a little more expensive than the one, I chose initially. Every time I look out my windows, I mentally thank Mikhail for this offer.

I bought this flat on a mortgage. The quarter is still under construction, so the price was lower than in already developed houses. I chose an area closer to my parents so that it would be convenient for us to visit each other. It takes me only 15 minutes by car sharing from the new flat in Lyublino to their house in Kuzminki.

It's an incredible feeling when you do what you've been dreaming of for a long time. My family finally bought our own flat. Spacious, very bright, with a stunning view from the window. I can already imagine waking up to the nightingale trills in my new bedroom, in the spring!

I bought a flat! I want to repeat this phrase syllable by syllable in order to finally believe it because I've been working towards my dream for so long.

Buying a flat is a very exciting event. Hence, why it is a double pleasure when at such moment a professional in his field helps you through, competently and easily explaining everything you need to know.

In my yard, where I grew up, there were no such playgrounds, swings, or ships… We spent time chasing the ball at home, and riding bicycles to neighbouring areas. Each time, we came up with something new to occupy ourselves with.

My day is scheduled by the minute. I spend a lot of time for negotiating with people, meetings, and travelling around the city. However, I can always find an opportunity to drink some coffee. If I could, I would move all the work meetings to my yard. I mean, why not? There is an excellent “Svetloe café”; it’s cosy and spacious, very predisposing for conversations. There were several times when cus

I just love our beautiful complex! And, like many of the residents, I consider it one of the most romantic places in St. Petersburg. Photos of sunsets and sunrises, taken by our neighbours from flat windows, are very popular in many thematic groups on social media.

Even in the last grades, I set myself a goal – to buy myself a flat before the age of 30. And I did everything for it! Now, I am the happy owner of a studio on Vasilievsky Island with a picturesque view of the bay. Of course, I had to save on vacations and clothes for several years, yet I spent more time at the dacha with my dear grandmother.

For the first time, I came to the quarter "Svetliy mir "Ya-Romantic..." three years ago to celebrate a house-warming party with a colleague. I walked around the block and was surprised how everything was beautifully and competently arranged here. In the evening, I returned to my yard, crowded with cars, and realised that I no longer wanted to live there.

Serezha and I like to visit our Neighbourhood centre. We love to take part in quizzes and board game evenings, master yoga, and try new varieties of tea in cafés. I really like the fairs, arranged by the neighbours. There's always a great opportunity to buy some unique hand-made item: a bracelet, a pair of earrings, or a woven handbag.

My position allows me to work from home once or twice a week. It is convenient when I need to babysit, wait for a delivery of goods, or expect a repair technician. In the warmer time of the year, I prefer to sit with my laptop in the yard or in our “Svetloe Café”.

Winter looks like it's not going to leave St. Petersburg. But I'm even glad of it. The houses' facades in my complex look so bright against the background of white snow!

My daughter often asks if I'm happy. And then, without even waiting for an answer, she begins to cheerfully talk about her childhood joys: a new doll, a beloved friend, good feedback from a teacher, and a trip to the circus on the weekend.

I'm used to having my day scheduled by the minute. It's been like this since childhood: a gymnastics section, an English class, take a dog out for a walk, help parents around the house. Now I'm a mum myself and I also try to keep my daughter busy so that she doesn't get bored and doesn't sit with gadgets.

I lived in rented flats all my youth. I easily moved and changed areas. After the wedding, everything changed, because my wife was categorically against rented housing.

We spent the honeymoon in our flat, since we bought a new-built flat with finishing on the alluvium. We decided that we would still have time to go on a honeymoon trip in the future. It was better to spend money on our housing instead of a big celebration. And so, we did.

My wife and I have always worked hard and with pleasure, confidently went to our goal – to move as soon as possible from the old flat to a spacious and bright one with a stunning view from the window and modern renovation.

The day when I got the keys to my flat on Vasilievsky Island was the happiest. Until this winter. Because this winter, I met Masha.

When choosing a new home, I paid attention to all the little things and details. After all, my child will live here! Everything needs to be taken into consideration carefully: how the yard is arranged, the entrance to the entrance group, what facilities there are for walking and leisure, how things with security are.

My granddaughter is a very kind and positive person. We often go for a stroll together; I pick her up from school when her parents are at work. We walk long distances, enjoying the city and each other's company.