Txema Escorsa

Txema Escorsa is a tenant residing in an apartment building on Sant Agustí street in the Gràcia district of Barcelona. He is currently facing eviction after the building was purchased by New Amsterdam Developers (NAD), who plan to convert it into a 'coliving' space. Escorsa is reportedly the last remaining tenant in the building. His situation has garnered significant attention and sparked public outcry, leading to the postponement of his eviction. The Barcelona City Council has urged NAD to halt the eviction, and the President of the Generalitat, Salvador Illa, has stated his opposition and pledged to use legal mechanisms to protect residents. Hundreds of people have protested the eviction, citing concerns about housing rights and the impact of 'coliving' developments on established communities. The case is reminiscent of the Casa Orsola situation in 2024 and highlights ongoing tensions surrounding housing affordability and development in Barcelona.