New Amsterdam Developers (NAD)

New Amsterdam Developers (NAD) is a company that purchased a building on Sant Agustí street in the Gràcia district of Barcelona in 2023. Their plan is to develop 'coliving' spaces, a housing model involving renting individual rooms within a shared living environment. NAD is currently facing significant public and political opposition due to their attempt to evict Txema Escorsa, a long-term tenant of the building. The planned eviction has been met with protests from local residents and housing collectives, drawing comparisons to the Casa Orsola case in 2024. The Barcelona City Council has formally requested that NAD halt the eviction. Due to safety concerns and public pressure, the eviction has been postponed until April 15th. This situation highlights the tension between investment firms, affordable housing, and tenant rights in Barcelona.