REBS Guadalajara 2024: Real Estate Growth and Opportunities in the Metropolitan Zone.

On September 12, 2024, the Hilton Guadalajara Midtown hosted REBS Guadalajara, gathering over 200 real estate professionals to discuss the region’s challenges and opportunities. 

The Guadalajara Metropolitan Zone (ZMG), a key economic hub in Mexico due to its strategic location, was a central topic. The area has attracted companies from sectors like electronics and cybernetics. A report from Tasvalúo projects housing growth from 1.48 million units in 2020 to 2.06 million by 2030, highlighting pressing infrastructure and urban planning challenges. 

Discussions focused on urban development, emphasizing mobility improvements and infrastructure upgrades. Innovative proposals aimed at managing disorderly growth and optimizing resources were presented. 

A key theme was the innovation in mixed-use developments, illustrating how combining commercial, residential, and office spaces can reshape communities, create multifunctional environments, and enhance residents’ quality of life. 

New housing models, including coliving and flexible housing, were highlighted as ideal for digital nomads, adapting to evolving work and lifestyle dynamics. 

Nearshoring was another focal point, examining how Guadalajara’s location is attracting foreign investment and expanding its logistics infrastructure, further fueling economic growth. 

Gonzalo Puceiro, Director of Habilitaciones at the firm, discussed contemporary architecture’s new approaches, stressing the need for innovation to meet sector challenges and move toward a sustainable future. 

REBS Guadalajara wrapped up with reflections on the future opportunities and challenges in ZMG’s real estate and industrial sectors, underscoring the critical role of strategic planning and innovation in ensuring balanced, sustainable growth.