How can we make affordable rental homes for seniors in the mid-market segment a tangible part of the housing delivery challenge? Despite growing demand and available investment capacity, the roll-out of senior living projects remains behind schedule. In this session, we discuss what is needed to scale this segment: from public direction and programming to investment viability and residential quality. We also cover the role of housing concepts, as well as the importance of communities and health & well-being for future-proof living environments.
Around the table are Chris Kuijpers (Ministry of VRO), Robert-JanFoortse (APG AM), Frank Aalbers (CBRE IM) and Bart Mispelblom Beyer (Tangram Architekten). The discussion is led by Paul Oremus (CBRE IM) and brings together perspectives from government, investors, asset management and design.

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.'

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.

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.