About FORCADELL

FORCADELL, trustworthy since 1958

FORCADELL, a real estate services company, offers a full-service management tailored to the needs of each client and for any type of property. Its team of experts provides advice on marketing, administration and consultancy, ensuring a professional and personalised approach.

FORCADELL was founded in 1958 by the married couple Salvador Forcadell Fortuny and Carmen Company Montes, and has since evolved over three generations. The second generation, led by Carles Vila i Polls, current President, and Carme Forcadell Company, has played a key role in the expansion of the brand, especially in Catalonia, and also in the rest of Spain. Thanks to his vision, he has consolidated its presence in the market with multiple marketing outlets.

Its ethical and professional values have positioned FORCADELL as one of the national referents in real estate services, addressing its services to both owners and users of real estate, including large companies, institutions, family offices, property owners, individual owners and communities of neighbours. Through ten business lines, it offers complete and effective solutions adapted to each profile.

FORCADELL’s History

1958-1988: First Generation

Salvador Forcadell Fortuny and Carmen Company Montes

Founders of a Dream: The Beginning of Real Estate Excellence

Mr Salvador Forcadell and Mrs Carmen Company took a bold step that would transform the real estate map of Barcelona, establishing the first office at street level at  Carrer Tallers 75. It was a small premises that symbolised the ambition of a very young family business and the beginning of a dream. With a deep respect for the legacy of their father, Josep Forcadell, who had started the construction business in a discreet manner, the Forcadell-Company couple set out to offer a more professional service in the administration and marketing of homes.

With this vision in mind, in 1962 they acquired new premises at Carrer Tallers 77, which not only became a calling card in Barcelona’s real estate sector, but also a symbol of their commitment to Barcelona’s growth. The new privileged location allowed the brand to be positioned in a new building in the centre of the city.

The new location made it possible to expand the lines of services with the management of homeowners’ associations. Over the years, FORCADELL has established itself as a trusted brand in the real estate sector, offering personalised advice with specialised professionals who, in addition to their technical capacity, have an unquestionable vocation for service.

The decade of the 70’s meant an important technological advance with the incorporation of the incipient computer science to the company. No resources were spared to provide FORCADELL with the essential tools to grow in the field of management.

Also the promotions of new construction in the housing and industrial areas, received a strong push to place the Company as one of the most recognised in Barcelona. Within the metropolitan area, there were numerous developments, all with the mark of quality and distinction that Mr. Forcadell gave them.

Over the years, the atmosphere in the area around Carrer Tallers and Plaça Castella had deteriorated significantly and the company’s growth was restricted by a lack of space. Despite the fact that the global economic situation was not the most favourable, the company proceeded to purchase the building located at number three of Plaça de la Universitat, in order to demolish the building and promote a new one, destined for office use. On 14th March 1979, FORCADELL’s offices were inaugurated in this new building. The wide availability decisively favoured the spectacular growth of all the services of the Company.

Undoubtedly, the relocation of FORCADELL in Plaça de la Universitat has been one of the most important milestones in its history. The way to the future was pointed, to a large extent, at that moment.

1988-2022: Second Generation

Carles Vila i Polls and Carme Forcadell Company

Consolidation and Growth: A New Horizon for the FORCADELL Brand

The second generation, led by Carles Vila i Polls and Carme Forcadell i Company, took over the reins of the company with the challenge of keeping the family legacy alive and leading a period of growth, consolidation and improvement in the quality of services.

Under his leadership, the internationalisation of the Company is promoted, participating in renowned real estate fairs and establishing collaborations with universities. Growth is reinforced by expanding the territorial presence with new offices located in Palma de Mallorca, Granollers, Madrid, Seville, Terrassa, Mollet del Vallès and Gavà. With each new office, FORCADELL consolidates its position within the sector, becoming a reference brand in the field of real estate services.

Convinced also that the size of the company was important to face the multinational companies already established in our country, the search for national and international growth has been constant. Thus, FORCADELL invested a lot of efforts in the creation, together with another real estate agent, of a network that would reach the whole state. The project, very advanced, did not come to fruition. FORCADELL also promoted, from FORCADELL, the creation of a company participated by the main real estate agents of Spain, Portugal and Latin America. For those years, it was too ambitious a project that frightened some of the initial participants.

Firm defenders of the fact that good results come from a job well done, we promote continuous internal training through monographic conferences and active participation in seminars and forums of the sector. In each new office opened and each completed project, FORCADELL consolidated its position within the sector, becoming a reference brand in the field of real estate services.

To advance in real estate services for companies, in the 90’s FORCADELL decided to create a specific area of services that in a few years would place the company as the first in real estate services, of Catalan origin, both for the globality of the services offered and for turnover.

Sustained by a spirit of permanent improvement and an unequivocal will to improve, both individually and collectively, the dynamics of growth has been all these years, and will continue to be present in FORCADELL.

2022-Present: Third Generation

Ivan Vaqué Mas and Mireia Vila Forcadell

Third Generational Changeover: Innovation to Adapt to a Dynamic Future

Ivan Vaqué Mas and Mireia Vila Forcadell take on the challenge of leading a new stage in FORCADELL, marking a generational handover full of challenges and opportunities with the aim of bringing a renewed vision without ever losing the essence that has always characterized the brand. Mr. Vaqué, as CEO of the Company, and Mrs. Vila, bringing a new perspective as Manager of the Company, intend to guide the company into the future. Innovation and adaptation to the new times are the key to continue setting the standard in the current real estate market.

FORCADELL has been oriented towards the diversification of services, expanding its offer with a clear commitment to innovation and sustainability. The integration of digital tools in real estate management and the improvement of customer experience have become differential and priority triggers. The creation of online platforms to facilitate transactions and consultations and the inclusion of valuators and online transaction simulators are proof of this.

FORCADELL’s social commitment remains strong, participating in a large number of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that seek to contribute to social welfare. The participation in solidarity events such as the collaboration with the different campaigns organised by the Sant Joan de Déu Hospital prove it year after year.

With this generational change, FORCADELL is more prepared than ever to face an increasingly changing and demanding future, without renouncing to its values that have always defined it during these three generations: trust, tradition and innovation.

FORCADELL’s mission, vision and values

Mission

To lead the state real estate sector by setting the standard through the combination of experience and tradition of a third generation family business with over 65 years of history. With the eagerness to embrace technological innovations as a means to meet the changing needs of our clients. 

The best team, the most efficient processes, the commitment to results and the persevering search for excellence are FORCADELL’s commitment to achieve a better real estate sector and a better natural and social environment.

Vision

FORCADELL is committed to a real estate sector that promotes social well-being, integrating technology and innovation to enhance the experience of buying, selling or investing in real estate.

With the will to be an active agent in the creation of dynamic and inclusive neighbourhoods, FORCADELL offers a wide range of spaces adapted to the diversity of the population, contributing to build a healthier, balanced and sustainable environment for future generations.

Values

Tradition: 

65 years of experience, three family generations and a solid philosophy. 

Innovation: 

At the forefront of new technologies to meet and exceed expectations.   

Confidence: 

The basis on which FORCADELL has supported each real estate advice. 

Orientation to the result:  

The first premise for FORCADELL to win is that the client does too.

Commitment to people:  

Every voice is heard and taken into account, FORCADELL is your team. 

Social and responsible commitment: 

Working for a more sustainable and respectful society with its environment.

Presidency and Management

Carles Vila i Polls

President

Ivan Vaqué i Mas

CEO

Mireia Vila Forcadell

Director & FCO

Lluís Català Rovira

Deputy Director

FORCADELL: where Real Estate Career Comes to Life

1

Working in a consolidated company

FORCADELL is a third generation family business with a deep knowledge of the real estate sector. They help to face challenges with confidence and provide a collaborative environment that will value all contributions, providing the opportunity to grow professionally with the best.

2

Career plan and professional development

FORCADELL is committed to the growth of its professionals through continuous training programmes adapted to every need. This allows each employee to acquire new skills and improve their competences. With ten business lines and a structure of almost 200 employees, FORCADELL opens the door to a new opportunity to grow professionally.

3

Collaborative and supportive work environment

FORCADELL strongly believes in the importance of teamwork and in creating a positive environment where everyone can contribute to the success of the objectives that are set. Every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued, promoting a culture of mutual support and individual and collective growth.

FORCADELL: where Real Estate Career Comes to Life

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Where to find FORCADELL

Barcelona – Central

Plaça Universitat, 3 – 08007 Barcelona (Barcelona)

Barcelona – Upper Area

C/ Muntaner, 500 – 08022 Barcelona (Barcelona)

Gavà

C/ Sant Josep Oriol, 3 – 08850 Gavà (Barcelona)

Granollers

C/ Girona, 35 – 08402 Granollers (Barcelona)

Madrid

C/ María de Molina, 39 – 28006 Madrid (Madrid)

Mollet del Vallès

Rambla Pompeu Fabra, 41 – 08100 Mollet del Vallès (Barcelona)

Palma de Mallorca

C/ Bartomeu Ferrà, 2 – 07002 Palma de Mallorca (Illes Balears)

Seville

Av. de Irlanda, 4, Local A – 41012 Sevilla (Sevilla)

Terrassa

C/ Arquímedes, 157 – 08224 Terrassa (Barcelona) // C/ Cardaire, 24 – 08221 Terrassa (Barcelona)

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