A flexible structure with a wide range of skills and abilities
Expert and real estate consultant
Philippe Favarger has extensive experience in real estate, in housing projets and property development. He previously taught and conducted research at the University of Genève and more recently at the Swiss Federal Polytechnic in Lausanne. He has also managed the real estate portfolio of Geneva canton. Since 2012, he works independently, specializing in real estate valuations, advising clients and project management.
Representative of the State of Geneva
Deputy Secretary General, Office of the Cantonal President
With many years of experience in coordinating projects for the Swiss federal government and the UN, Michael Meier now works at the cantonal level, with responsibility for planning and property development in the international district.
Founding partner
Créateurs Immobiliers SA
Partner in a property development firm in Geneva, Anne Grossman has extensive experience in the areas of project development, construction and property management in the public and private sector.
Director sustainibility
Magenta
François Guisan est un environnementaliste actif tant dans les milieux économiques du secteur de la construction et dans les milieux associatifs à buts non lucratifs. Avec un Master en Sciences d’Ecologie Appliquée, obtenu en 1995 à l’Université de Neuchâtel, François Guisan travaille depuis plus de 25 ans à la recherche de solutions de durabilité pour le secteur de la construction et de l’urbanisme. Il bénéficie, depuis 2022, d’un brevet fédéral de développeur immobilier. Il a accompagné et accompagne de nombreux projets de développement et a été le concepteur du protocole de certification SEED next generation living pour des quartiers durables.
François Guisan is an environmentalist active both in the economic circles of the construction sector and in non-profit associations. With a Master's degree in Applied Ecology Sciences obtained in 1995 from the University of Neuchâtel, François Guisan has been working for more than 25 years in the search for sustainability solutions for the construction and urban planning sector. Since 2022, he has been awarded a federal diploma as a real estate developer. He has accompanied and continues to support numerous development projects and was the designer of the SEED next generation living certification protocol for sustainable neighbourhoods.
Associate architect
Liengme Mechkat Architectes sàrl
Laura Mechkat is a partner in a Geneva-based architectural practice. She has extensive experience in the design and construction of residential buildings, particularly for cooperative associations.
Laura is passionate about eco-living and sustainable architecture whose purpose is to serve the needs of residents.
Associate architect
De Giuli & Portier Architectes SA
An experienced architect and town-planner, Jean-Claude Portier has a global approach to property development, combined with technical and legal expertise, and an excellent knowledge of local conditions in Geneva, particularly in the construction industry.
Lawyer, holder of a master's degree in real estate and a diploma in financial advisory
With more than 20 years of multidisciplinary and entrepreneurial experience, Arev Salamolard has a global vision of real estate. She is committed to achieving the Foundation's objectives: the creation of quality housing that should contribute to good living. In addition to her legal and real estate skills, her knoledge of Geneva's socio-economic network complements the current board to pursue its mission.
Associate lawyer
Étude DuprazSulc
A lawyer at the Geneva bar, specialising in the transactional and judicial aspects of property law, Timo Sulc has a clear vision, as well as legal and strategic expertise in the management of property development projects.
Fondation Terra et Casa
With the responsibility for the operational management and representation of the foundation, Silvia Solari- Hunziker brings broad experience in real estate development and management. A graduate of the EHL Hospitality University with a Master's degree in Real Estate Management, she has a solid network in international Geneva. Francophone, she is also fluent in German, English and Italian.