Pielesz living | relocation intelligence accumulated over 30 years

Helping life feel at home anywhere in the world.


International relocation is never just about property.
It is about where your family will live, grow, connect and build the next chapter of life.

Why PIELESZ Living?

PIELESZ Living combines cross-border relocation experience, buying-side advisory and ecosystem intelligence developed through more than three decades of international living, property decisions and life transitions across multiple countries and cultures. A successful property acquisition is not measured by the transaction itself, but by how naturally life begins to feel like home afterwards.

PIELESZ Living was not created from theory.It was shaped through more than thirty years of international relocation experience across seven countries and eleven cities, including multiple full-scale life transitions involving housing, schools, business environments, cultural adaptation and rebuilding daily life from the ground up.Over the years, we navigated not only properties, but entire ecosystems:
people, institutions, neighborhoods, infrastructure, safety and quality-of-life realities that ultimately shape whether a relocation becomes a success or an expensive mistake.
This perspective was further strengthened through years of executive search, advisory and organizational work focused on people assessment, decision quality and long-term alignment.Today, PIELESZ Living opens this accumulated experience and intelligence to selected individuals and families seeking a smoother international transition, whether relocating abroad or creating a second, third or fourth home internationally. Our offer is also directed to people relocating to Poland, returning after years abroad, or rebuilding life between countries.Our role is not to push transactions.
Our role is to protect the quality of the decision.

What we actually do?

• Buying-side property advisory
• International relocation support
• Ecosystem & neighborhood intelligence
• Second and third home advisory
• Family relocation strategy
• Lifestyle and location alignment
• Cross-border decision support
• Discreet international coordination
• Helping clients build trusted local connections
• Support through the emotional and practical realities of international relocation

When to work with PIELESZ Living?

• When considering relocation abroad
• When searching for a second or third home internationally
• When evaluating lifestyle and family alignment beyond the property itself
• When navigating unfamiliar legal, cultural or institutional environments
• When privacy, discretion and decision quality matter
• When you want independent guidance not tied to a single agency or developer
• When you need someone to evaluate both the asset and the ecosystem around it

Our engagements typically centre around properties from €500 000 upward, with most transactions in the €800k-€1.5M, whether you are relocating or expanding your portfolio.

Who we work with?

PIELESZ Living works with internationally minded individuals and families seeking discreet support during complex life transitions.
Some clients relocate permanently.
Others search for a second or third home abroad, a Mediterranean base, a slower lifestyle, greater privacy or a better long-term environment for family life.
In many cases, the property itself is only one part of a much larger decision.Our role is to help clients evaluate not only the asset but the ecosystem surrounding it:
people, culture, rhythm of life, institutional quality, privacy, infrastructure and long-term personal alignment.

PIELESZ Living is fully buyer-side aligned.

We do not limit clients to one agency, developer or partner network.
Our role is to evaluate opportunities independently and recommend solutions that genuinely match the client’s long-term interests, lifestyle and priorities.
For clients for whom emotional, energetic or symbolic aspects of a home also matter, additional bespoke support can be arranged discreetly: from blessing ceremonies and space harmonization to other personally meaningful practices.

The PIELESZ philosophy and advisory structure

PIELESZ in Polish evokes the idea of shelter, warmth, safety and a place one returns to, a private refuge, a home. The Pielesz coat of arms carries a different historical meaning connected to resilience, movement and courage. Together , these two symbolic layers reflect what is essential about relocation itself: safety gained through courage, movement and strength required to rebuild life in a new environment.
This philosophy shapes the foundation of PIELESZ Living.
The goal is never simply to acquire property, but to help people create environments where they genuinely feel grounded, safe and connected whether it is a primary residence, a second home or a life built across multiple countries.
Because a home is not defined only by walls or location.
It is defined by how deeply a place allows a person to feel like themselves.
PIELESZ Living exists to help create that feeling.Every project is individually scoped depending on:location, complexity, research depth,
coordination needs, discretion requirements, and level of ongoing support.
PIELESZ Living works through:strategic consultations,
market research engagements,
relocation advisory retainers,
and discreet long-term support arrangements.
Some clients require support for a single property decision.
Others seek full ecosystem guidance while building a second, third or long-term international home.
Pricing and timing are shared after an initial confidential conversation. Most engagements involve high-value international property acquisitions and long-term lifestyle transitions.
The goal is not the ownership alone. The goal is continuity, belonging and the feeling of returning home, anywhere in the world.
* Temporary and rental housing can also be arranged as part of a broader relocation strategy.

Relocation stories

One of the core principles behind PIELESZ Living is absolute discretion.
For this reason, only selected relocation journeys may ever be shared publicly and always with full consent of the people involved.
Meet Kinga and her partner, a Polish-Dutch family who relocated to the Costa del Sol several years ago with children, a dog and an operating business. This transition unfolded in stages: from short-term rental, through longer-term rental, to eventually purchasing a property in Spain. The entire process took over a year.Today, they successfully live and run their business in the Estepona / Marbella area and remain part of the trusted local network surrounding PIELESZ Living.
Kinga was an expat before, she transitioned from Riga to Costa Del Sol, her previous experience helped in some aspects of this move. However, some transitions might take even up to two years.


About me

My name is Judyta Kwaśniewska. My close family and some friends call me Judy.
Over the past 30 years, I have lived across 7 countries and 11 cities, experiencing more than 25 relocations — including 5 full international moves involving family, children, pets, businesses and entire households rebuilt from the ground up.
I know firsthand that relocation is never just about property.
It is about rebuilding daily life:
finding the right neighbourhood, schools, doctors, infrastructure, legal systems, rhythms, people and environments that genuinely support long-term wellbeing and stability.
Over the years, I navigated not only homes, but entire ecosystems, often while balancing family life, business responsibilities and major personal transitions across cultures and countries.This experience was later strengthened through years of work in executive search, advisory and people assessment, where understanding human needs, long-term alignment and decision quality became central to my work.Today, PIELESZ Living allows me to open this accumulated experience to selected individuals and families seeking a smoother and more intelligent international transition, whether relocating abroad, building a second or third home internationally, or searching for a more aligned way of living.I work discreetly, independently and personally.
Not as a transaction-focused broker, but as someone who understands how profoundly the right environment can shape the next chapter of life.

Example Client Scenarios:

Ready to start?

The right move starts with the right conversation.
Judy

PIELESZ Living is a PIELESZ Ventures brand.
The Hague, The Netherlands
KVK-nummer: 88172112

Some decisions shape the next decades of life. If you feel this may be one of them, feel free to reach out:
[email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR RENT

GLIWICE, ul.Matejki 17,
SHORT TERM

EGON’S VINTAGE HOME · GLIWICEDiscover Gliwice from a beautifully located 48 m² apartment, just steps from the Old Town Square. Set on the 2nd floor of a historic building, the apartment combines authentic family antiques and character with modern comfort.Perfect for a city break, remote work or a longer stay, with free Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace and everything you need for a comfortable visit.Up to 5 guests · 1 bedroom · 48 m² · 2nd floor · no elevatorTHE SPACE & VIBEA warm, authentic apartment with a unique character. The interior combines carefully preserved family antiques and retro furniture with modern facilities. The space was refreshed in 2025 to meet contemporary standards while keeping its original atmosphere.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS · UP TO 5 GUESTSThe apartment can comfortably accommodate up to 5 people.* Master bedroom: comfortable double bed plus an additional single sofa, suitable for an older child or an extra adult.
* Living room: stylish pull-out sofa sleeping two adults, connected to the open kitchen and dining area.

KITCHEN & DININGThe fully equipped kitchen provides everything needed to prepare meals during your stay.The dining table is set for 4 people. For groups of 5, an additional chair can be brought in from the bedroom.HEATING & COMFORTThe apartment has underfloor heating, controlled remotely, ensuring that the space can be prepared to feel warm and welcoming for your arrival.IMPORTANT: HOT WATERThe apartment is equipped with an eco-friendly 30-litre hot-water boiler.It heats up quickly, but the hot-water supply is limited at any one time. For groups of 4–5 guests, we recommend shorter showers and allowing some time between showers for the water to reheat.

LOCATIONThe apartment is located directly in the heart of Gliwice:* Old Town Square: 1-minute walk
* Gliwice Railway Station: approximately 12-minute walk
* Palm House & Park: approximately 10-minute walk
* Silesian University of Technology: approximately 10-minute walk
* PreZero Arena Gliwice: approximately 5 minutes by Uber/Bolt, or around 25 minutes on foot
GUEST ACCESSGuests have exclusive access to the entire 48 m² apartment. No shared spaces or amenities.SELF CHECK-INEasy self check-in via a secure key lockbox. Access details and clear check-in instructions are provided shortly before arrival, allowing you to arrive independently and at your own pace.OTHER THINGS TO NOTEHot water: Please remember the 30-litre boiler limitation described above, particularly for groups of 4–5 guests.Stairs: The apartment is on the 2nd floor of a historic building with no elevator. Please take this into consideration if travelling with heavy luggage.Age policy: Due to the historic character of the apartment and the delicate nature of the family antiques, the property is not suitable for children under 7 years old.FLEXIBLE CHECK-OUTWe offer a flexible check-out up to 2:00 PM, allowing you to enjoy your final morning in Gliwice without rushing.