Housing Strategies in Mediterranean Cities:

Innovation and Urban Regeneration

First Session

Mediterranean cities are undergoing profound transformation, driven by continuous urban population growth, rising housing costs, and increasing difficulty — especially for young people and families — in accessing decent and affordable housing solutions. Another crucial point is the loss of social and community spaces, which are essential for urban quality of life. In this context, innovation and urban regeneration become key tools for rethinking housing. This roundtable will offer an exchange of experiences from several Mediterranean cities, with the aim of outlining shared strategies for more inclusive, resilient, and liveable Mediterranean cities.

Keynote Speech:

• Massimo FAIFERRI, University of Cagliari

Roundtable Participants:

On experiences and best practices from France (Marseille), Morocco (Meknes), and Italy.

• Michèle RUBIROLA, première adjointe au Maire, City of Marseille
• Ariadna MIGUEL, Strategic Planning Director, Barcelona Council
• Emad ABDELWAHAB, Chairman of Leads construction (Egypt)
• [Name], Tarkem, Izmir*

The Voice of the Chambers of Commerce:

Questions, perspectives, and proposals

*Speakers marked with an asterisk are pending confirmation.