1906

The beginning of a global brand

The Coldwell Banker story began in 1906 in San Francisco, when the city was devastated by one of the most powerful earthquakes in US history. Amid the chaos and unfair market practices, Colbert Coldwell, a young entrepreneur, decided to create a real estate company based on trust and transparency. He was soon joined by Benjamin Banker, which launched one of the most respected brands in real estate.

1920-1970

Expansion and innovation

In the decades that followed, Coldwell Banker grew steadily. As early as 1925, the company expanded into the residential real estate sector. In 1955, it became the first in the industry to offer buyer guarantees, emphasizing its transparency and integrity. In the 1960s. Coldwell Banker entered the commercial real estate market, and a decade later began expanding to the US East Coast.

1980-2000

Globalization of the brand

The acquisition by Sears, Roebuck & Co. in 1981 significantly accelerated the company’s growth, enabling it to expand rapidly across the country. In 1998, Coldwell Banker began to globalize, opening its first office outside the US – in Toronto. Soon after, the company became a pioneer in the digitization of the real estate market, launching its own website and introducing concierge programs for premium clients.

2008

The birth of Nuvalu Poland

Simultaneously in Poland, Lukasz and Marcin Wasilewski founded Nuvalu, a commercial real estate consultancy. Their mission was to provide the highest quality services in leasing and investment transactions. The company’s dynamic growth allowed it to compete with international players and strengthen its position as a leader in the Polish market.

2010-2020

Expansion and strengthening of position

Coldwell Banker developed its presence in Europe, especially in the luxury real estate market. In parallel, Nuvalu went from strength to strength in Poland, winning prestigious clients and conducting some of the largest lease transactions in the country. The company also survived the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, adapting its business model to new market realities.

2025

A new chapter: Coldwell Banker Commercial Nuvalu

In 2025, Nuvalu officially joins the international Coldwell Banker network, becoming its key representative in the Polish market under the Coldwell Banker Commercial Nuvalu brand. This strategic combination combines the strength of a global brand with local experience and expertise, enabling further expansion and the delivery of superior service to domestic and international clients.

An identity that remains the same

The rebranding does not imply a change in the values that have defined Nuvalu’s business for years – specialization in tenant-only services remains the company’s fundamental value and differentiator in the market. The new brand – Coldwell Banker Commercial Nuvalu – remains true to the company’s DNA of representing only tenants, which guarantees full independence and no conflict of interest.

We remain focused on providing our clients with comprehensive advice based on transparency, professionalism and a deep understanding of their business needs. For us, working with an international leader means not only a new quality, but also greater negotiating power and access to global resources. However, what has set us apart and what our clients appreciate – flexibility, individual approach and strategic support at every stage of the leasing process – remains the same.

The new branding is a continuation of best practices and further development, while maintaining the operating philosophy that has made Nuvalu one of the most trusted tenant advisors in Poland. We are not changing the values – we are changing the scale of operations.