In various parts of the Netherlands, liveability and safety are under pressure. At the same time, we are building new homes on a large scale over the coming years. How do we prevent building the problem neighbourhoods of the future? What can we learn from earlier area development projects?
In this panel discussion, we examine the lessons from the twenty areas of the Nationaal Programma Leefbaarheid en Veiligheid (NPLV). We will explore the dilemmas surrounding densification, affordability, safety and resident participation.
What works in practice, and which decisions make the difference?
Speaker(s): Roy Kramer (moderator), Chris Kuijpers (Directeur-Generaal Volkshuisvesting en Bouwen), Francesco Veenstra (Rijksbouwmeester), Cathelijne Bouwkamp (Wethouder Stedelijke Ontwikkeling, Groen, Duurzaamheid en Cultuur, Gemeente Arnhem), Marjolein Cazemier (Directeur Verhuur & Wonen van Ymere)
PROVADA winner Michel Baars: 'MOOS will become the ASML of housing construction'
Not a man of one company, but a man of movements. His strength? Not shouting from the sidelines, but starting new companies himself that set the market in motion and challenge existing systems. That's how the jury of the PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 describes winner Michel Baars. 'Michel gives direction to our entire construction and real estate sector.'
PROVADA 2026: It's a wrap!
For three days, the real estate sector stood shoulder to shoulder at RAI Amsterdam. With a record number of visitors, a packed programme and plenty of energy, PROVADA 2026 was an edition to remember. Below, we look back at the highlights — and at the end you'll find the photos and aftermovie to relive it all.
PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 for Michel Baars
At PROVADA 2026, the PROVADA Inspiration Award 2026 was presented to Michel Baars. The award is presented annually to an individual who realises sustainable change within the built environment through vision, courage and decisiveness. This year's presentation marks the award's fifth edition.