The Swiss real estate market remains on an upward trend. Both single-family homes and condominiums increased significantly in value in the first half of 2025. The price trend accelerated in the second quarter in particular. Driven by high demand and a persistently low interest rate

A wooden masterpiece towers over the festival grounds at the 2025 Swiss Wrestling and Alpine Festival (ESAF) in Mollis GL. The 21-metre-high, 36-metre-long and almost 10-metre-wide Muni "Max" weighs 182 tons. Made from 437 prefabricated elements, it is the largest symbolic project of the Swiss

On August 1, 2025, numerous legal changes came into force in Switzerland, affecting work, safety, education, the environment and aviation. Here is an overview of the most important changes, from cyber security to bans on cell phones in schools and new rules in residential

Wooden flooring manufacturer Bauwerk turns 90, having developed from an adhesive manufacturer into an international specialist in the wooden flooring industry. More than 60 per cent of its floor coverings are produced at its headquarters in the canton of

Shoppi Tivoli Management AG is now called Tivoli Real Estate Management AG. The change of name follows the aim of strategic further development as a property service provider. The first project is the Tivoli Garden with 445 flats for more than 1000

The amount of wood harvested in Switzerland has decreased for the second year in a row, particularly in private forests and in logs and trunk wood. In contrast, the assortment of wood chips continued to grow. Overall, the financial situation of forestry operations

Together with the company de Cavis, Empa researchers have developed a groundbreaking innovation in the field of sound absorption. The new mineral sound absorbers are not only significantly thinner than conventional materials, but can also be specifically designed for different frequency ranges.

Photovoltaic systems with an output of 1.8 gigawatts were installed in Switzerland in 2024. This was 10 per cent more than in the previous year. At the end of 2024, a total of 8.2 gigawatts were installed. The industry association Swissolar expects this to generate 14 per cent of electricity in

The Green Spin construction project in Winterthur has started with the dismantling of the former Stewi headquarters in Winterthur-Grüze with a focus on recycling. The fully sustainable service building was initiated and planned by Felix Partner Architektur

The flooring manufacturer Tarkett has developed a recyclable linoleum collection. The recently launched Lino Materiale series is made from cork, is low-noise and easy to

Single-family homes were 0.8 per cent more expensive in June than in the previous month. Prices for condominiums rose by 0.2 per cent in the same period. Demand is being fuelled by lower financing costs. This is shown by the current ImmoScout24 purchase

With a clear vision and direct dialogue with tenants, the project manager is driving forward the transformation of the Landolt site in Näfels - with space for innovation, sustainable use and new impetus for business, work and

Serial construction promises speed, cost benefits and CO₂ savings, key answers to the housing shortage. Although the technology has long since matured, the process is still making slow progress in Germany. What are the causes? An analysis of progress, system hurdles and cultural

The canton of Zurich is planning a comprehensive development offensive in the Kloten area. The Glattalbahn railway is to be extended, a new main cycle link built and flood protection on the Altbach river strengthened at a cost of around CHF 543 million - with a significant financial contribution

With innovations at the interface of technology, sustainability and digitalisation, Swiss start-ups are increasingly gaining international recognition. Whether in rankings, competitions or global accelerator programmes, young companies from Switzerland are generating momentum and securing

The construction industry is under massive pressure to change. Digitalisation, scarcity of resources, climate targets and a shortage of skilled workers require a new way of thinking. Research is increasingly taking centre stage as the key to efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness. Austrian

The canton of Ticino will continue to be one of the most innovative regions in Europe in 2025. Thanks to strong research institutions, a high rate of innovation among SMEs and targeted cantonal funding, the region ranks among the leaders both in Europe and nationally, just behind

A TU Vienna spin-off is revolutionising construction with wood. Using an intelligent grid system, complex 3D shapes can be constructed from flat wooden elements. This not only opens up new architectural possibilities, but also sustainable, efficient construction methods using regional

Aircraft manufacturer Pilatus wants to comprehensively modernise its headquarters in Stans. The new buildings are designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind and the site is not to be extended. The population of Stans will be able to decide on the land use planning on 26

The Cultural Dispatch 2025-28 marks a milestone for building culture in Switzerland. For the first time, sustainability is defined as an independent field of action and the importance of high-quality living spaces is recognised. Organisations from the building culture sector welcome the clear

The Möbeliareal area between Kirchweg South and Abläschstrasse in Glarus is set to remain a vibrant part of the cantonal capital. Since its acquisition by möbeliareal ag in 2016, a gradual transformation process has been underway that deliberately references the site's industrial

As total contractor, ERNE AG Bauunternehmung is realising a new triple sports hall for the Dorf primary school in Sissach. Work has been in full swing since the start of construction in April

In the second quarter of 2025, prices for condominiums in Switzerland will continue to rise, while single-family homes will move sideways. High demand continues to be met by a shortage of supply, which is driving up prices, particularly in the mid-range segment. A further increase is expected over

On the northern edge of Glarus, the Buchholz neighbourhood is a pioneering district. Once a fragmented commercial area, it is now developing into a mixed neighbourhood with a green heart, clear design intent and urban quality. The planning emphasises architectural independence, functional diversity

Chur is preparing for a new chapter in its urban development. The Chur West area, strategically located to the south of the railway station currently under construction, will become the city's second urban centre in the coming decades. The so-called sub-area E, designed as a future gateway, will

Andreas Binkert is rethinking urban development - for him, property development is social responsibility. In this interview, the President of the 2000-Watt Smart Cities Association explains his vision of sustainable neighbourhoods, talks about Greencity, global challenges and the potential of

On 25 June 2025, the Federal Council took a decisive step for the future of Swiss freight transport. It approved the Sectoral Transport Plan, Part Underground Freight Transport (SUG). This creates the spatial planning basis for the ambitious Cargo sous terrain (CST) project, which could

The city of Zurich is planning to replace the disused Hagenholz recycling centre with a new recycling centre. The building is designed as a pilot project for circular construction. The city intends to invest 33.1 million Swiss francs in the project. The voters will decide on the

The official start of construction marks the beginning of the transformation of a Zurich landmark: the former military barracks on the Sihl will be converted into a modern education centre for adults by 2029. This will not only create learning spaces for around 1,600 students, but also publicly

CH Media has acquired a 20 per cent stake in the property platform Newhome, thereby contributing media reach and strategic expertise to the further development of the portal. The partnership is aimed at growth in the digital property market, with a clear commitment to transparency, regionality and