Building densification is progressing in the five largest Swiss urban centres. New flats are being built on brownfield sites and through replacement construction, often at the expense of lower-income households. A recent ETH study shows how the housing market in Basel, Bern, Geneva, Lausanne and

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

With the acquisition and strategic reorientation of the MFO West site in Neu-Oerlikon, the city of Zurich is transforming a former industrial site into a forward-looking neighbourhood. The plans include 220 flats, open spaces, cultural and commercial uses. The project is an example of how cities

A modern, vibrant neighbourhood with new living spaces and workplaces is being created on the former Landis & Gyr site, which will shape the city's identity and focus on social and ecological added value. The city of Zug is investing strategically in the site and is planning to acquire a central

A new part of the city is being created on the former Wolf goods station in Basel. SBB is pressing ahead with the development of a mixed-use neighbourhood with around 600 flats and around 1,000 jobs. The first two new buildings have now been finalised and the site is being opened up for interim

By amending the Ordinance on the Rent and Lease of Residential and Commercial Premises, the Federal Council is creating more transparency for new tenancies. From October 2025, it will be mandatory to state the reference interest rate and inflation rate on the initial rent form. This step will have

BAU 2025, which will take place in Munich from 13 to 17 January 2025, will present innovative solutions and new ways of tackling the social, economic and environmental challenges posed by increasing urbanisation. By 2050, 70% of the world's population is expected to live in cities, which will

Known as the home of numerous international organisations and a centre for global cooperation, Geneva has confirmed its status as a leading city for global dialogue and development. With an impressive infrastructure and a highly developed research and development scene, the city continually

Die Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Lausanne (EPFL) bietet mit Beginn des akademischen Jahres 2025 einen Master-Abschluss in Urbanen Systemen an. Einer der Schwerpunkte bezieht sich auf Mobilität und Transport in einem sich verändernden

At a time when urban densification and climate protection are taking centre stage, timber is gaining in importance as the building material of the 21st century. Thanks to its environmentally friendly properties and efficiency in the construction process, timber construction offers an ideal solution

In the Greencity district, south of Zurich's city centre, the Vergé construction project defines the standard for future-oriented, sustainable living. With the aim of completion by mid-2026, this project combines progressive concepts for age-appropriate living with strict sustainability criteria,

As part of a planned succession plan, the Board of Directors appoints Sascha Küng as the future CFO. as the future CFO of SF Urban Properties AG as of 1 January 2024. Reto Schnabel, who has been CFO of the company since

Die Genossenschaft Urbane Dörfer lanciert ihr zweites Pionierprojekt. Sie lädt am 26. August nach Muri-Gümligen zur Eröffnung des Urbanen Dorfs Melchenbühl ein. Langfristig entsteht dort ein vielfältiger Wohn-, Arbeits- und Kreativort mit 60

In an increasingly digital economy, the place of residence no longer plays such a big role. In addition, there is a steadily growing shortage of skilled workers, so that companies are now considering locating where there is the highest availability of skilled workers. This is likely to remain urban

Wohnimmobilien in prosperierenden urbanen Lagen mit starkem ESG-Profil bieten ein hohes Mass an Stabilität sowohl beim Cashflow als auch bei den

Im Schweizer Pavillon an der Expo in Dubai haben Fachleute aus der Schweiz und den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten (VAE) urbane Projekte der intelligenten Konnektivität und Mobilität vorgestellt. In diesem Rahmen haben die ZHAW und die Universität Schardscha ihre Partnerschaft bekanntgegeben.

Die Made in Zürich-Initiative setzt sich für produzierende Unternehmen in Zürich ein. Ein neuer Leitfaden leuchtet die Rahmenbedingungen urbaner Produktion in Zürich aus. Und gibt Denkanstösse für Produzierende, Entwickelnde und öffentliche Hand.

In Zuchwil entsteht mit dem Projekt Riverside ein neues Wohn- und Arbeitsquartier. Das Projekt von Swiss Prime Site Solutions zeichnet sich durch moderne Energieversorgung und Verkehrsführung sowie die Erholungsmöglichkeiten