The Fischermätteli residential project in Burgdorf was the first entire site to be certified to Minergie standards. The project is characterized by sustainable timber construction, low energy consumption and maximum self-sufficiency with renewable

Parliament has decided to significantly restrict the right to lodge complaints with associations for smaller residential construction projects in the construction area. This decision is intended to relieve single-family home builders in particular from delays caused by complaints. Despite

CUREM is taking a significant step in its further development. Together with three funding partners, the institute is creating two new professorships in the field of "Real Estate Economics & Finance" from autumn 2024. This expansion will strengthen CUREM's academic expertise and further

Multi-storey timber buildings are becoming increasingly important in Switzerland. To ensure that these structures can withstand the challenges posed by wind and earthquakes, Empa researchers are conducting practical experiments with a two-tonne shaker. The aim is to measure the stiffness and

A group of experts is proposing savings measures for the Fonds de Roulement for non-profit housing developers in order to ease the burden on the federal budget. This proposal has been heavily criticised as it contradicts both a recent referendum and the constitutional mandate to promote non-profit

The Alpnach military airfield is getting a new car park for vehicles and a multifunctional extension. The Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport is investing CHF 18 million in the project. The ground-breaking ceremony took place on 21

The Swiss Timber Construction Association Bern Section and the Bernese Association of Master Carpenters will build a joint training centre in Lützelflüh. It should be completed by spring

The STEP2 module in the NEST research and innovation building at Empa was inaugurated on August 29. It provides a platform for testing innovative, resource-saving construction technologies, including a 3D-printed concrete staircase and a sound-insulating filigree

Timber Finance is introducing a new instrument that enables building owners and investors to monetize their climate performance through CO2 storage certificates. A pilot phase for the process will soon start in Switzerland with around 20 timber construction

The electrical installations for the new offices of a household appliance supplier have been completed. The lighting installation in particular plays a central role and promotes flexibility and efficiency in the working

On 30 August 2024, 77 Bachelor's and 10 Master's graduates in Facility Management and Real Estate & Facility Management were ceremoniously graduated from the ZHAW at Technopark Zurich. The graduates thus embarked on a promising future as sought-after specialists and

In the first half of 2024, turnover in the main construction sector stagnated at CHF 11 billion, while incoming orders declined slightly. Residential construction in particular is struggling with considerable challenges, while public civil engineering is benefiting from rising demand. The industry

Oxara, KIBAG and Holcim Switzerland have entered into a pioneering partnership to drive the market launch of Oxacrete Oulesse®, a cement-free binder. This collaboration aims to sustainably transform the construction industry through innovative, circular and decarbonised

The housing shortage in Swiss cities is worsening, and lengthy building permit procedures and a large number of unnecessary building regulations are contributing significantly to this. Experts from the construction and property industry are sounding the alarm and urgently calling for reforms to

A recent study by Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts shows how facade greening and solar panels on buildings can be effectively combined to meet the challenges of global warming. The results offer valuable insights and practical recommendations for building owners and

Empa has opened the latest extension to its NEST innovation building, the "STEP2" unit. The module brings together pioneering technologies and materials that pave the way for sustainable construction and provide marketable solutions for the construction

Integrating electricity and heat storage into a storage solution increases its reliability and cost efficiency. Storage systems can also make a key contribution towards decarbonisation of properties, as a new white paper

Migros Bank supports corporate clients in realising the potential of their property portfolios. Targeted optimisation reduces costs and increases the market value of the property.

Implenia is facing a change of leadership: CEO André Wyss is stepping down from the operational business by the end of March 2025. Jens Vollmar will be his successor. Wyss will also take over the chairmanship of SBB from

Oxara, KIBAG and Holcim Switzerland are working together to establish the sustainable cement substitute Oxacrete Oulesse on the Swiss construction market. This technology is intended to reduce CO₂ emissions in the construction industry and promote the reuse of building

Griesser has changed its aluminum consumption and now relies on more sustainable aluminum with a lower CO2 footprint. By increasing the use of recycled material and renewable energy, the company is significantly reducing its

Das US-Startup Sublime Systems hat einen CO2-neutralen Zement entwickelt, der von den Techniken der Römer inspiriert ist und Elektrochemie statt Hochtemperaturverfahren nutzt. Diese Innovation könnte die Zementherstellung nachhaltig verändern und erheblich zur Reduzierung von

The future of access to Braunwald will be decided by the local community in 2025. After a lengthy evaluation, the Glarus cantonal government is in favour of renewing the funicular railway, but a final decision will be made by the

The back to the roots project has won the competition to redesign the Kronenareal site in Dietikon. The offices of Skala Landschaft Stadt Raum GmbH and S2 Architekten GmbH interpret the Kronenareal as part of a network of open spaces. Back to the roots will be presented on 23

Demand for residential property is currently rising again following a slump caused by the rise in interest rates. Most of the supply is being met by existing buildings. These are the findings of a study by Raiffeisen Switzerland. Prices are expected to rise in the medium

Sika has more than doubled its production capacity in Bekasi, Indonesia. The company is thus responding to the strong growth in the construction sector and at the same time expanding its sales network in the

Schindler hat einen Großauftrag für The Avenues – Riyadh gewonnen. Insgesamt 293 Aufzüge, Fahrtreppen und Fahrsteige werden für das riesige Mehrzweckprojekt geliefert und installiert, das ein Einkaufszentrum, Hotels, Wohnungen und Büros

In collaboration with Marti Construction, the start-up Oxara from Dietikon has realized the interior fit-out of a school building in Confignon using sustainable clay concrete. The material reduces CO2 emissions and creates a unique

Procimmo is planning a capital increase to expand the Residential Lemanic Fund. With investments in Lausanne and Geneva, the company is aiming for further growth while maintaining the quality of its

46 Swiss architecture firms were honored at the best architects awards 2025, including four with gold. The annual awards honor the best architectural projects in Europe and are presented by an international