Construction of seven new buildings to begin this year
Innovation Park Zurich is setting a milestone in its development: construction work on seven innovative new buildings on the apron of the site in Dübendorf will begin this year. The projects were selected following a global architectural competition and are intended to pave the way for
CSS expands headquarters with Diener und Diener Architekten
Diener und Diener Architekten haben den Wettbewerb der CSS Gruppe gewonnen. Das Basler Architekturbüro wird den Hauptsitz der Luzerner Versicherung erweitern und dabei ein bestehendes Gewerbegebäude integrieren. Das Projekt namens Lambris soll bis Mitte 2027 bezugsfertig
Innovative school project on the former barracks site in Les Vernets
The construction of a new school on the site of the former barracks of Les Vernets marks a significant step in the transformation of this neighbourhood. The project, which is part of the PAV project, aims to create almost 1,500 homes and build high-quality public facilities to promote social
Conspark and madaster provide training in circular construction management
Conspark and madaster switzerland are joining forces for a circular construction industry. They offer manufacturers of construction products, architecture and planning offices as well as building owners and the public sector a specific course on putting circularity into
“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
Timber Finance informs about CO2 methodology in timber construction
Timber Finance is working on establishing timber construction as a market for CO2 certificates. The company's CO2 methodology has now been recognised for the first time. Timber Finance is offering an online information event on 8 February for anyone interested in timber
ETH Zurich starts construction of the digitally printed “White Tower” in Mulegns
ETH Zurich has taken a significant step in the innovative construction of the "White Tower" in Mulegns - a project that is recognised as the world's tallest digitally printed structure. This pioneering construction combines art, technology and tradition to save the village of Mulegns from
Launch of the competition for the “Aerogel Architecture Award 2024”
The prestigious "Aerogel Architecture Award" opened its doors once again on 20 January 2024 for innovative and energy-efficient architectural projects. Architects, civil engineers and students of these disciplines are invited to submit their projects using aerogel materials by 14 June 2024. The
The winning project for the Stockhornstrasse development has been finalised
In a joint initiative by Zulg Immobilien AG and Stockhorn Immo GmbH, a study contract for the development of Stockhornstrasse was carried out in close cooperation with the municipality of Steffisburg. The winning project will pave the way for the future design of this key
Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area receives four new buildings
The Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area in Allschwil will grow from 50,000 to 115,000 square metres by 2028: the main building, which opened a year ago, will form the Main Campus with four new buildings. Senn Resources is investing around 350 million Swiss francs in this
New 4-star resort “La Sassa” impresses in Münstertal
The architectural firm Domenig from Chur has received the support of the canton and the municipality of Val Müstair GR for the "La Sassa" construction project. The holiday village will be built in the Prà Chalchera area in Tschierv GR and is intended to attract tourists to the Val Müstair all
Kengo Kuma in Vals more than architectural innovation
The new building in the idyllic village of Vals in Graubünden, designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, represents a fascinating symbiosis of modern architecture and natural surroundings. In the midst of the impressive mountain landscape, he has created an architectural masterpiece that not only
Energy Cluster invites to one-day course on photovoltaic façades
Energy Cluster invites interested parties to a one-day course on photovoltaic façades. At the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts on 12 September, the focus will be on the role of photovoltaic façades in the energy system of the
Hochparterre discusses long-term view of Schlieren
The publishing house Hochparterre launches a new issue of its architecture magazine. Among other things, the August issue is about the photographic long-term observation of the city of Schlieren over 15 years. In the new Hochparterre podcast, the makers of the large-scale project also have their
Schlieren concludes planning contract for new retirement centre
The Schlierem City Council has awarded Liechti Graf Zumsteg Architekten the contract for the architectural work for the new retirement centre Wohnen am Stadtpark. The volume of the planning contract is 3.7 million Swiss francs. A total of around CHF 44 million will be invested in the retirement
Modulare Einbauten für Zwischennutzungen: Erste Prototypen erstellt
Das Projekt «àDisposition» verfolgt das Ziel, dank modularen Einbauten Zwischennutzungen einfach und nachhaltig zu ermöglichen. Vier Prototypen haben die Forschenden der BFH gemeinsam mit den Projektpartnern produziert und im DISPO in Nidau
Bruhin Spiess und Stefan Marti Garten erhalten SuperHink 2023
Alle zwei Jahre zeichnet Pro Naturstein kreatives Gestalten mit Naturwerkstein aus. In diesem Jahr erhielt das Architekturbüro Bruhin Spiess den SuperHink der Kategorie Architektur. Die Stefan Marti Garten AG erhielt den SuperHink für Garten- und
BAU celebrates a successful comeback
After a break of more than four years, BAU - the World's Leading Trade Fair for Architecture, Materials, Systems - is back with an excellent result. Between 17 and 22 April, around 190,000 visitors came to the Messe München exhibition centre to find out about innovations and trends from the 2,260
BFH-AHB launches minor for a specialisation in studies
Study architecture and specialise in digital building? Become a civil or timber engineer with an understanding of circular and sustainable construction? The new minor offered by BFH-AHB makes it possible. With the two minors "Circular and Sustainable Construction" and "Integral Digital
Spherical spheres at Expo 2025 in the Swiss pavilion
Sphärische Kugeln werden auf der Expo 2025 den Schweizer Pavillon «LA SUISSE ENCHANTÉE» bilden und ein Beispiel nachhaltiger Architektur darstellen. Mit viel Expo-Erfahrung und innovativen Ideen realisiert NÜSSLI mit Manuel Herz Architekten und BELLPRAT PARTNER den geplant leichtesten Pavillon
Together towards the sun
Solarenergie ist ein wichtiger Pfeiler zukunftsweisender Architektur, die sich der Verantwortung annimmt, ihren Beitrag zur Energiewende zu leisten. Die herausragendsten Projekte, die gute Architektur mit Solarenergie zu vereinen, werden seit Jahren mit dem Norman Foster Award ausgezeichnet.
New reuse pavilion at the FHNW Campus Muttenz
Die Hochschule für Architektur, Bau und Geomatik FHNW hat im Park des FHNW Campus in Muttenz einen Pavillon errichtet, der durch Studierende konzipiert wurde und das Ziel hatte, Bauteile wiederzuverwerten. Dieser ist als Aufenthaltsort für Hochschule und Anwohnende gleichermassen
Nüssli expo pavilions have received numerous awards
Nüssli blickt auf eine erfolgreiche Weltausstellung in Dubai zurück: Die zehn Länderpavillons des Spezialisten für Temporär- und Sonderbau haben bisher 32 Nominationen erhalten. Sie führten zu fünf Awards des Veranstalters sowie sechs weiteren Siegen und zwölf zweiten und dritten