Adriatic Expo

• Tomislav Čeh, PKF Hospitality

Cres and Opatija are expecting significant changes with the arrival of Marriott and Hilton, which brings great potential for year-round tourism and new guests. How will these projects shape the destination’s offerings, real estate prices, and stimulate the development of other development initiatives? How will the new camp in Omiš and the largest hotel in Biograd look like? What other global brands are coming to Croatian cities, and what are the local community and city administrations doing in this context?

• Nikola Avram, Valdarke (Autograph Collection by Marriott, Cres)
• Josipa Jutt Ferlan, Zagreb City Hotels (Hilton hotels / Curio by Hilton, Opatija)
• Goran Fabris, Rudan tourism
  Moderator: Franco Peruza, PKF Hospitality

• Marin Račić, 3D Art

Kvarner, the oldest hotel on the eastern Adriatic coast, was opened in 1884 as the first luxury facility in Opatija. What did this mean for the development of tourism in Opatija and how did Hotel Kvarner stimulate the development of other significant development projects that defined the further tourist direction of the destination?

• Maroje Mrduljaš, dr.sc., Faculty of Architecture Zagreb

Can Croatia preserve space while simultaneously developing sustainable tourism and residential zones? Urban planning experts and architects will provide a brief overview of the current situation, but also reveal what awaits us in the near future of urbanism on the Croatian coast, with positive (but also some negative) examples from other Mediterranean cities

• Maroje Mrduljaš, dr.sc., Faculty of Architecture Zagreb
• Gorana Stipeč Brlić, Association of Architects Rijeka
• Zoran Paunović, The city of Makarska
• Dean Lah, Studio Enota
• Fernando Kirigin, Town of Opatija
  Moderator: Bojan Bilić, Plan 21

How did the Exclusive resort Zelena Punta on the island of Ugljan make a significant step in transforming the Zadar region into a year-round tourism destination? Along with planning a new hotel and other facilities and renovating existing capacities, this brownfield project will set the foundation for the future of tourism on island Ugljan

• Dino Manestar, Premium Star Hotels

One of the most daring projects in this part of the Adriatic will unify a sports center with tourism and residential real estate, thereby changing the landscape of the western part of Rijeka and making a leap towards the city’s tourism progress

• Siniša Zdjelar, ZDL Architects

What kind of projects are being developed in Bosnia and Herzegovina, exemplified by a unique residential and commercial building on the olympic mountain Trebević in Sarajevo?

• Minet Musić, MM Real Estate

The most important development projects in the region. In which direction is tourism heading? How will we achieve sustainable development? Potentials – is Croatia for family hotels or large tourist resorts?

• Siniša Zdjelar, ZDL Architects
• Minet Musić, MM Real Estate
• Dino Manestar, Premium Star Hotels
  Moderator: Vedrana Likan, Colliers

Case study – how Schüco Carbon Control can effectively eliminate CO2 emissions during construction, use and dismantling of buildings

• Darko Rođak, AluKönigStahl Croatia

How a development of new residential spaces that are fully adapted to a luxurious lifestyle will place the Croatian segment on the map of premium real estate in Europe

• Robert Kralj, Adria Europe Group

Showcase of a new generation of real estate that combines residential and tourism purposes at the highest level

• Marko Pažanin, Croatia Sotheby’s International Realty

How do luxury tourist-residential properties affect the development of year-round tourism in destinations that are otherwise oriented towards seasonality? How can local communities thrive outside the season thanks to this type of property? Who are the buyers of such properties and what are their expectations and needs?

• Marko Pažanin, Croatia Sotheby’s International Realty
• Mercedes Serafimova, Sealeven Residence
• Robert Kralj, Adria Europe Group
  Moderator: Tomislav Čeh, PKF Hospitality

The renowned Croatian online marketplace, Njuškalo, unveils insights into the most sought-after property types, those attracting the highest number of clicks, peak times for search activity, and key factors to enhance the appeal of your listing

• Igor Glavak, Njuškalo

The past year brought numerous changes to real estate agencies – apart from a major reset in the market, agencies decided to expand into new markets, and they themselves started developing development projects. Why is nothing the same after 2022/2023, and what can agencies expect in the coming years?

• Borislav Vujović, Opereta Real Estate
• Branko Papeš, Dogma Real estate
• Igor Butorac, Casa de Mar
  Moderator: Antonija Mandić

How have earthquakes started a new era of technological innovations, the introduction of climate parameters, and other ESG standards in construction projects? How do these changes increase energy efficiency and reduce investment risks? How can experts enhance profitability and ensure well-being for all involved throughout the entire lifecycle of a property?

• Alenka Radović Pevec, Molior.eu

How modular wall systems have become an innovative solution for quality construction and, among other things, addressed the issues of high prices, a shortage of labor in construction, and a lack of skilled contractors

• Gabrijel Peroli, Constigo Grupa

• Marin Račić, 3D Art

What lies behind the prices announced for projects in 2024/2025? How much have prices really risen, and how have inflation and labor shortages affected them. Should we turn to new construction technologies, and why is modular construction becoming increasingly popular?

• Predrag Dilenardo-Zamlić, Opatija Real Estate
• Gabrijel Peroli, Constigo Group
  Moderator: Marin Račić, 3D Art

• Marin Račić, 3D Art

Climate change is increasing costs in the real estate sector, making it crucial to anticipate climate challenges for the next 30 years. New ESG regulations also require planning for climate risks. How can we use artificial intelligence to predict local effects of climate change and adapt construction practices?

• Duško Radulović, Climatig

Showcase MM Real Estate AI technology for investors and agencies AI is increasingly being used in the real estate business, and a new AI platform for agency operations has emerged in the market. How it facilitates the work of real estate agencies and investors, with a great overview of its functionalities – from virtual avatars presenting properties in 100 languages to personal AI consultants for investments

• Minet Musić, MM Real Estate

Systems based on AI and new technologies give agencies and buyers the ability to virtually view properties, as well as detailed and quick assessments of their value considering numerous parameters. How to use new technologies and in what ways they help the process of property placement and presentation

• Saša Petković, Conversion
• Minet Musić, MM Real Estate
  Moderator: Antonija Mandić