
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

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

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

Federal Council amends four key ordinances in the renovation and recycling process
On 31 May 2024, the Swiss Federal Council approved significant amendments to four important environmental ordinances in order to strengthen environmental protection and improve the efficiency of remediation and recycling processes. The amendments concern the Contaminated Sites Ordinance, the

Building rights create affordable living space in Zurich
In Zurich-Wiedikon, the housing project of the Im Gut building co-operative is taking shape, enabling the creation of 44 additional affordable flats through the early renewal of municipal building rights. This initiative marks a decisive step in the city's housing policy and represents a model for

Modernisation and expansion of the south station
The extension and modernisation project for the southern fire station of Schutz & Rettung Zürich (SRZ) is an example of the innovative use of historic buildings and modern requirements for emergency services. The "FUCHS" project skilfully guides the listed fire station into the future. It sets new


Modernisation of the Herzogenmühle health centre
The Herzogenmühle health centre in Schwamendingen, an established retirement home, is about to undergo an extensive renovation and refurbishment project. Between July 2024 and summer 2025, around CHF 5.9 million will be invested to adapt the centre to current operational requirements and the needs



Winterthur forges ahead with development of the Obertor site
Die Stadt Winterthur lässt drei Liegenschaften am Obertor sanieren und umnutzen. Zwei viergeschössige Gebäude bekommen Gewerbeflächen im Erdgeschoss und Wohnungen in den Obergeschossen. In der Rokokovilla am Obertor 17 bekommt der historische Innenraum

“Little Marcel” leads Boudry’s road maintenance department into a new era
After an intensive competition, the winning project "Little Marcel" for the expansion and renovation of the Boudry road construction centre has been chosen. The outstanding concept promises a sustainable and efficient future for the

Interim solution for Kleinhüningen primary school during the renovation phase
The Kleinhüningen primary school is about to undergo extensive refurbishment, which will require the school to temporarily relocate to the Klybeck site. The choice fell on a plot of land between Altrheinweg and Klybeckstrasse, which offers optimal conditions in terms of proximity, accessibility


The retaining wall of the cathedral platform will be renovated
Die Stützmauer der Münsterplattform weist witterungsbedingt an verschiedenen Stellen Schäden auf und muss deshalb saniert werden. Die Arbeiten werden ab Februar in mehreren Etappen ausgeführt und sollen bis Ende 2026 abgeschlossen sein. Als Erstes wird das Gerüst an der Ost- und an Teilen der


Zurich Airport is rebuilding Dock A
Der Flughafen Zürich plant das Dock A durch ein Terminalgebäude aus Holz zu ersetzen. Den Projektwettbewerb hat ein internationales Planungsteam gewonnen, an dem auch die Zürcher Architekten von 10:8 und das auf Holzbau spezialisierte Ingenieurbüro Pirmin Jung aus Rain LU beteiligt sind.

«Plaster and Paint» – Prize for the best objects
Mit dem «Schweizer Preis für Putz und Farbe» werden im Rahmen der appli-tech vom 8. bis 10. Februar 2023 zum vierten Mal ausgeführte Bauten und Raumkonzepte ausgezeichnet, die einen differenzierten, nachhaltigen und qualitätvollen Umgang mit Putz und Farbe zeigen. Geeignete Projekte können










