The Real Estate Giants Summit 2024, held in Madrid, brought together industry leaders and innovators to discuss the future of real estate, focusing on modernization, collaboration, and innovation.

Therése Valencia, founder of Atelier Valencia, is renowned for her expertise in interior architecture and design, with over 20 years of experience transforming spaces into functional, inspiring environments. Her ability to seamlessly integrate creativity with practicality has made her a trusted name in both private and commercial projects. This year, Therése attended the summit to explore the latest trends shaping the real estate industry.

Therése’s Takeaways from the Summit
For Therése, the summit was a source of inspiration and reflection. “This event was a masterclass in how innovation and collaboration are driving real estate forward,” she shared. “Hearing from industry leaders about new players, modernization, and public-private partnerships reinforced the importance of staying adaptable and visionary.”
Here are Therése’s key insights from the event:
- Modernization is Key: “The urgent need to modernize real estate stock aligns with my own philosophy—spaces must not only meet functional needs but also adapt to regulatory and environmental changes to ensure longevity.”
- Collaboration is the Future: “The focus on co-financed projects and public-private partnerships was particularly impactful. These collaborations are essential for tackling the housing supply-demand imbalance.”
- Emerging Opportunities: “Despite challenges like legal instability, the optimism from investors shows that the industry is ripe for innovation. This creates opportunities for designers like me to shape spaces that support these evolving needs.”
Therése also emphasized the summit’s relevance to her own practice at Atelier Valencia. “As a designer, I strive to create spaces that lift people’s spirits and respond to their needs. Events like this help me align my work with broader industry trends, ensuring my designs remain innovative and impactful.”

A Vision for the Future
Therése left the summit energized by the potential of the real estate industry. “The themes of this event—modernization, collaboration, and innovation—are at the core of what I do at Atelier Valencia,” she said. “The future of real estate is about transforming challenges into opportunities, and I’m inspired to bring that vision into my own projects.”
As Therése continues to lead Atelier Valencia, her insights from the Real Estate Giants Summit 2024 will surely shape her approach to crafting timeless, functional spaces, infusing each design with vitality and inspiration.
Contact Details
Therése Valencia — Founder / Creative Leader -+ 46 (0) 76 311 5580
therese@ateliervalencia.com

