The city of Lucerne wants to create around 30 public locations with charging infrastructure by 2035. To this end, it is making public land available to third-party providers in return for a concession fee and investing just under CHF 1 million. Other measures are also intended to promote the

The real estate company Colliers Switzerland has let all the office space in the property at Wartstrasse 2 on behalf of the previous tenant. The tenants are an ophthalmological practice, an architecture firm and a language school. The offices were offered in shell

As part of the European Heritage Days 2025 on 11 and 13 September, the Zurich Department of Monument Preservation and City Archaeology will be presenting the architectural heritage of the city of Zurich. Numerous free guided tours will be offered for interested visitors under the theme of

Halter is realising a new construction project at Leimbachstrasse 28 to 32 with a total of 43 condominiums and around 80 square metres of commercial space. Nature-loving city dwellers will be able to find their ideal home

Construction work has begun on the InnHub La Punt. The new coworking space in La Punt was designed by architect Norman Foster. When it opens at the end of 2028, it will offer companies a place of retreat and inspiration in the

Location promotion: The interface between administration and the real estate

City com baden is handing over operational management to TourismusRegion Baden AG. The association of tradespeople and retailers in the city of Baden wants to make better use of the increasing overlap in urban development, marketing and business

JuCoin, the service-oriented cryptocurrency exchange founded in Singapore, is setting a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy: its new European headquarters is being built in Baar, in the heart of Crypto Valley. With an area of 8,000 square meters, the location is set to become the

The Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) has entrusted outsec AG with the security for the construction of Campus T. The security company from Dietikon was already involved in the planning of the major project. The security company from Dietikon was already involved in the planning of the

On October 2, 2025, the Real Estate Award will celebrate its 14th edition at Trafo Baden. With prominent guests, visionary projects and the start of public voting, the industry event will once again shine a spotlight on forward-looking developments. Tickets are now on sale - if you want to be

The international presence in Geneva is at a turning point. Global shifts, digital upheavals and financial uncertainties are challenging the resilience of the location. But this is precisely where the potential for a strategic realignment of real estate, infrastructure and positioning

The former Legler site in Diesbach is being given a new perspective. Hochdruckkraftwerk Diesbach AG is taking over the site and planning sustainable development. The municipality of Glarus Süd is making a strategic investment and securing land reserves. A project with potential for energy, housing

The Canton of Zurich will comprehensively renovate the Limmattal Education Centre (BZLT) from the start of the summer holidays. The aim is to create a modern, sustainable and barrier-free infrastructure that offers students an inspiring learning

Building densification is displacing fewer low-income households in French-speaking Switzerland than in German-speaking Switzerland. These are the findings of a study conducted by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich for the Federal Office for

HORTUS, a new type of office building that focuses on radical sustainability, from construction to operation, has opened in Allschwil. The project is part of the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area and combines CO₂ reduction, circular economy and user comfort. The space is already almost fully

After around a year of construction, the new meeting zone at Schlieren railroad station has been completed. With more green spaces, street cafés and a modern design concept, the public space is being upgraded and will be officially opened on June 20 and

With a digital guide, the IRAP and IPM institutes of the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland and the company GEOINFO Applications AG are developing a platform that can be used throughout Switzerland to support municipalities and planners in site development. The focus is on

The municipality of Glarus Nord is setting new standards in residential development with a participatory planning process along Ziegelbrückstrasse. By involving the owners at an early stage, a framework plan is being created that not only enables structural densification, but also creates identity

With a revised strategy, the city of Aarau wants to meet the urban challenges of our time in a smart way. Networking, user focus and resource conservation are at the heart of this. Digital change is seen as a tool, not an end in

The majority of Zurich companies are satisfied with the business location. A recent survey shows that transport links, quality of life and a qualified workforce are clear plus points. However, high costs and taxes remain key challenges, with real effects on location

Despite the announced job cuts, the Swiss parliament is supporting the demolition and new construction of the IOM headquarters in Geneva with an interest-free loan of CHF 44.7 million. The aim is to strengthen Geneva as an international location in the long term and to make the infrastructure for

The Ticino electorate rejected the planned redesign of Locarno-Muralto railroad station by just 102 votes to one. Despite its regional importance and planned improvements for pedestrians and cyclists, the 16 million euro project failed due to opposition from local

The National Research Program "Baukultur" (NRP 81) was officially launched with an inspiring kick-off meeting in Thun. The participating research teams and practice partners have clearly positioned themselves as a community that wants to tackle the ecological and social challenges of the built

The Kunsthaus Glarus is one of the most outstanding exhibition centres in Switzerland. However, its creation is far more than just a building project. It is a piece of contemporary history, characterised by visions, perseverance, setbacks and courageous decisions.

With the Mollis Airfield Masterplan and the reorganisation of the surrounding work zone A, the municipality of Glarus North is creating a sound basis for the sustainable economic use of a unique site. The airfield combines aviation, industry, leisure, history and local recreation, making it a

The Swiss Life REF (CH) ESG Swiss Properties real estate fund generated net income of just over CHF 27 million in the first half of the 2024/25 financial year. In addition to rental income, the sale of five properties contributed to

The move to Schützengasse 1 will not only put an end to many years of provisional status, but will also modernise operating processes and improve security. The government has applied for a loan of around CHF 27 million for the project. An investment in the efficiency and future viability of St.

Urban planner OSRI supports 120 property owners in the Eigenheimquartier development in Winterthur. The aim is to establish criteria for the future design of the historic properties. The estate is to be preserved in its original character, as it is regarded as an example of urban planning to

STRABAG AG is supporting the renovation of the Landhaus Solothurn. In addition to renewing the building services, the renovation plan includes a sustainable heat pump system. The location between the old town and the River Aare places high demands on logistics and the handling of the historic

In Switzerland, property owners will be able to take faster and more effective action against squatters in future. Following the National Council, the Council of States has also approved an amendment to the Civil Code. This should make evictions easier and quicker, even if there are still minor