Start of construction for the extension and renovation of Hofwil High School
On 15 July 2024, construction work began on the new school building and the triple sports hall at Hofwil High School in Münchenbuchsee. The new buildings are intended to solve the current space problems and provide room for up to 600 pupils. Completion is planned for summer 2026, while the
Shareholder communities of GZO AG Spital Wetzikon support reorganisation options
The shareholder communities of GZO AG Spital Wetzikon have reaffirmed their support for the reorganisation of the hospital and defined the necessary conditions for financial participation. Despite the debt deferral, emergency and healthcare services will continue to be
Start of construction work on temporary bridging structure for Zurich Opera House
In order to remedy the acute lack of space at Zurich Opera House, construction of a temporary bridging building will begin in July 2024. This step is part of the "Future Opera" project, which includes the long-term renovation and expansion of the historic
Winning project for high-rise building near Regensbergbrücke in Zurich
SBB has announced the winning project for a 40 metre high office building near the Regensberg Bridge in Zurich Oerlikon. The project by "Team Esch Sintzel" impressed with its innovative use of the shape of the site and high energy
First stage Attisholz with UBS investment
Mit der Pensionskasse der UBS als Investorin steht die Zukunft des Attisholz-Areals fest. Das historische Gebäude «Kocherei» wird in Zusammenarbeit mit der Halter AG zu einem modernen Wohn- und Geschäftsgebäude umgestaltet, ein entscheidender Schritt zur Entwicklung eines lebendigen und
New home for senior citizens Greencity 2026
In autumn 2026, the sustainable Greencity district in Zurich South will be completed with the development on construction site B6. This innovative project, developed by Losinger Marazzi AG, comprises 179 age-appropriate flats and represents a significant step forward in urban housing
Commercial use and solar energy: development of the Papieri site is progressing
The site owner HIAG is upgrading a further 6000 square metres of the Papieri site for temporary commercial use by the end of the year. Padelta AG will be operating padel courts in a paper machine hall from 2025. A Jump Factory site is also planned. Librec will prepare the recycling of car batteries
Baden Cantonal Hospital focusses on local companies and sustainability
The Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) has finalised the construction contracts. The new building, which costs CHF 580 million, generates a high level of local added value. 97 per cent of the companies come from Switzerland, mostly from the cantons of Aargau and
ZIMEYSAVER – a future for Meyrin, Satigny, Vernier
The major ZIMEYSAVER project covers more than 380 hectares and links the industrial zones of the communes of Meyrin, Satigny and Vernier. The aim of the project is to create lively, competitive business zones offering a high quality of life for both employees and local residents, and to create
Bernex major project – an urban crossroads with housing and jobs
The vast urban project at Bernex in the Lake Geneva region involves the creation of 1,600 housing units and as many jobs in the first phase. The aim is to create a total of 5,700 new housing units and 5,700 new jobs by 2030, while preserving the region's agricultural
Pictet de Rochemont Campus
Private bank Pictet is investing hundreds of millions of francs in its new head office in Geneva, as part of the major Praille-Acacias-Vernets urban development project. The Geneva architectural firm Designlab-architecture has been chosen to design the new building, which at 90 metres will
Green Village Geneva: a model of sustainable urban development
At the heart of Geneva's international community, the Green Village is a forward-looking project that promotes sustainable ways of living and working. This innovative concept includes residential buildings, offices, a hotel and a conference centre, all integrated into a green and technologically
The Quai Vernets project in Geneva with 12,400 homes
The innovative Quai Vernets project represents a major step forward in Geneva's urban development, with sustainability, diversity and social inclusion at its heart. In collaboration with the Republic and Canton of Geneva and the City of Geneva, the new district is becoming a model of sustainable
Geneva sets new standards in energy-efficient building renovation
Geneva has taken an important step towards advancing energy-efficient building renovation. From 1 June 2024, new subsidies will be available to property owners to encourage them to make their buildings more energy-efficient and convert them to renewable energy. Increased subsidies and tailored
CERN opens a new “Science Gateway” visitor centre
CERN has opened its new Science Gateway to offer visitors interactive exhibits and laboratories to encourage curiosity and critical thinking. The visitors' centre enables CERN to welcome up to half a million visitors a year and to raise awareness among all age groups of the importance of
Implenia and Frutiger win construction contract for Sisikon tunnel
The consortium of Implenia and Frutiger has been awarded the contract to build the Sisikon Tunnel. The tunnel construction is part of the Neue Axenstrasse project and includes extensive underground engineering works. Construction will start in mid-2025 and is expected to be completed by
New building at headquarters in Weggis officially opened
Thermoplan has inaugurated its new building at the company headquarters in Weggis. The global manufacturer of fully automatic coffee machines celebrated the opening with almost 5,000 visitors. Over 500 Thermoplan employees work at the headquarters in
Federal Council imposes limits on buildings outside building zones
The federal government wants to stabilise development outside of building zones with a partial revision of the Spatial Planning Act. The Federal Council has submitted a draft for consultation. The draft will allow new buildings up to a maximum of 1 per cent of the 2023