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Places, spaces, communities

Thursday 12 March 2026 - Thursday 12 March 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
MIPIM
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This panel will delve into the importance of mixed-use developments in towns and city centres, creating dense walkable environments and places where people can live, work, play and thrive.

40 years ago, there was a desire and ambition to unlock the untapped potential of the Quayside, it is now an urban regeneration project that has become globally renowned and iconic. Since then, Newcastle and the neighbouring town of Gateshead has been fostering mixed use spaces, enhancing vibrancy, and building communities.

From reviving town centres, to creating thriving destinations that local communities are proud of. Join local leaders, developers and investors who will deep dive into community-centric urban development and its impact on people and places.

How can we shape places through public and private sector collaboration? Why address the urban density gap?

Placemaking can transforms cities, join this expert panel who will share learnings from the UK cities and towns and New York.

Speakers:

Pam Smith, Chief Executive

Newcastle City Council

Joy Sinderbrand, Senior Vice President for Capital Programs

New York City Housing Authority

John Moffat, Co-Managing Director

Capital&Centric

James Pitt, Regional Managing Director

Avison Young

Dr Sarah Green OBE, Chief Executive

NewcastleGateshead Initiative

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