Qazaq Stroy

From four people to six schools and 8,800 student places — how a construction firm became a builder of neighbourhoods.

Qazaq Stroy has evolved from a small construction enterprise into one of Kazakhstan’s notable residential developers, with a growing presence across major urban markets such as Almaty and Astana. The company’s approach extends beyond apartment construction, focusing on creating integrated communities where homes are supported by schools, kindergartens, landscaped areas, playgrounds, recreation zones, commercial facilities and transport connectivity. Its portfolio includes large-scale developments such as Kenesary, Jeti Qazyna, Ulytau Park and River City, each reflecting a different interpretation of contemporary urban living. With millions of square metres of housing delivered and tens of thousands of families served, Qazaq Stroy has become an important participant in Kazakhstan’s evolving real estate landscape. Its emphasis on infrastructure, community facilities and long-term urban planning highlights the changing expectations of modern residential development.

The Founder: Nurlan Artykbayev

Nurlan Artykbayev is the founder of the Qazaq Stroy group. The company identifies him as an entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience and a strategy centred on organic growth, long-term investment and projects that create wider social value. Recent company disclosures identify Artykbayev as the group’s founder and highlight his involvement in construction, infrastructure and social initiatives. His approach has extended beyond residential development. Qazaq Stroy’s wider activities include social infrastructure and major urban projects, while the company has also emphasised support for families and community development. The group says it provides more than 100 apartments annually to large and financially vulnerable families and has transferred residential properties to the Almaty authorities.

From a Small Construction Firm to a Major Developer

Qazaq Stroy traces its beginnings to a four-person company that set out to establish itself in Kazakhstan’s construction industry. Its stated philosophy combines professional construction practices with an emphasis on contributing to the country and its communities. The company’s residential portfolio has expanded substantially, with projects spanning Almaty and Astana. Current company information indicates that the group has completed more than 55 projects and constructed over 4.8 million square metres of housing, including substantial social infrastructure. This evolution is important in understanding Qazaq Stroy’s position in Kazakhstan’s real estate sector. Rather than focusing solely on individual apartment blocks, its developments increasingly seek to create complete neighbourhood environments.

“Six schools with capacity for 8,800 students, completed across Almaty and Astana — social infrastructure treated as a core product, not an afterthought.”

A Community-Centred Development Philosophy

Qazaq Stroy’s design philosophy places considerable attention on the spaces surrounding residential buildings. The company says its design teams consider apartment layouts alongside entrance areas, stairways, landscaping, playgrounds and accessibility to transport and infrastructure. This approach can be seen across several of its residential projects. Educational institutions, children’s facilities, exercise areas, walking routes, retail spaces and landscaped communal areas form an important part of the development model. The strategy also reflects a broader transformation taking place in Kazakhstan’s urban housing market, where buyers increasingly evaluate not only apartment size and architecture but also schools, mobility, recreation, security and access to everyday services.

Kenesary Integrated Family Living in Almaty

Kenesary in Almaty’s Zhetysu District is an example of Qazaq Stroy’s integrated residential approach. The development is conceived as a self-contained neighbourhood with housing supported by educational and recreational infrastructure. One of its defining features is a Comfortable School, incorporating classrooms, computer facilities, laboratories, sports and assembly halls, a library, coworking areas and dining facilities. The residential environment also includes children’s playgrounds, workout zones, landscaped areas and spaces for family recreation. The development demonstrates how educational infrastructure can become an integral component of residential planning rather than an external amenity.

Jeti Qazyna Housing Combined with Education and Everyday Services

Located in Almaty’s Turksib District, Jeti Qazyna is another major Qazaq Stroy residential development. Positioned around the Kuldzhinsky Tract and Ryskulov Avenue, the project combines residential buildings with educational, childcare, recreational and commercial facilities. The development includes one-, two- and three- bedroom apartments and has been planned around everyday convenience. A school and kindergarten form part of the project’s infrastructure, while playgrounds, exercise zones, recreational spaces, cafés, retail facilities and landscaped communal areas support daily life within the neighbourhood. From a construction perspective, Jeti Qazyna uses a reinforced-concrete structural system, gas-block walls and ventilated façades. The project also incorporates materials such as travertine and fibre- cement panels, reflecting the developer’s emphasis on contemporary architectural treatment.

Ulytau Park Residential Design with a Family Focus

Ulytau Park, located in Almaty’s Nauryzbay District, combines contemporary residential architecture with landscaped outdoor areas and family-oriented infrastructure. The project comprises nine residential buildings and offers one-, two- and three-room apartment layouts. Its design incorporates reinforced monolithic construction, contemporary façades and thermal insulation systems. Beyond the buildings themselves, the development includes children’s playgrounds, workout areas, walking routes and landscaped spaces. A nearby Comfortable School further strengthens the project’s family-oriented character. Commercial premises on the lower floors are intended for services such as cafés, shops, pharmacies and beauty businesses, creating a more self- sufficient residential environment.

River City A Riverside Urban Concept

River City introduces a different dimension to Qazaq Stroy’s residential portfolio. Situated beside the Bolshaya Almatinka River in Almaty’s Auezov District, the development uses its riverside location as an important element of its residential identity. The project incorporates pedestrian paths, recreation areas, children’s playgrounds and workout zones, while its location provides views toward the surrounding mountains and city. The buildings use reinforced monolithic construction and combine travertine, clinker brick and fibre-cement façade elements. Apartments include one- and two-bedroom configurations, while underground parking, controlled access, video intercoms, security and fire-safety systems contribute to the project’s broader residential infrastructure.

Beyond Residential Construction

Qazaq Stroy’s growing profile extends beyond apartment development. Company disclosures describe involvement in schools, kindergartens, medical and cultural facilities, as well as major institutional and infrastructure projects. The group has also been involved in projects connected with the Academy of Sciences, the Presidential Library, KazNU facilities and sports infrastructure. This diversification positions Qazaq Stroy not simply as a housing developer but as a participant in the broader development of Kazakhstan’s urban infrastructure.

Social Infrastructure as a Core Element

One of the strongest themes in Qazaq Stroy’s recent development strategy is social infrastructure. The company reports that six schools with capacity for 8,800 students have been completed in Almaty and Astana, with additional school capacity under development. The group has also undertaken community-oriented initiatives and received recognition for its contribution to social infrastructure and support for residents. Such activities illustrate an increasingly important direction in real estate development: creating communities that provide social value alongside commercial housing.

Shaping the Future of Kazakhstan’s Residential Market

Qazaq Stroy’s trajectory reflects the changing character of Kazakhstan’s real estate sector. The emphasis is moving from constructing individual residential buildings toward creating connected communities with education, recreation, commerce, landscaping and mobility integrated into the planning process. Through projects such as Kenesary, Jeti Qazyna, Ulytau Park and River City, the company demonstrates different interpretations of this model—from education-led family communities to landscaped neighbourhoods and riverside residential environments. Its expanding portfolio and broader infrastructure involvement indicate an ambition to play a continuing role in shaping the built environment of Kazakhstan. For the real estate industry, Qazaq Stroy represents a development model in which residential construction is increasingly connected to the wider questions of urban quality, community infrastructure and long-term city growth.