Burckhardt Architecture completes the vertical extension and refurbishment of Collège Rousseau in Geneva, working with a heritage-protected Brutalist school originally designed by Alain Ritter in 1969. The project responds to two needs at once: the existing building required renovation, while rising student numbers called for additional space. Burckhardt’s winning 2018 competition proposal addresses both through […] More
.lacum respira by .ket bureau is a lakeside pavilion conceived for St. Moritz, where landscape serve as an active framework shaping daily life. Set along the shores of Lake St. Moritz, the project responds to a place defined by seasonal rituals, alpine geography, and a long tradition of engaging with nature through sport, gathering, and […] More
The Alpine village of Mulegns became the site of a dramatic reveal on May 20, 2025, as the White Tower, known locally as Tor Alva, was officially unveiled. Designed by architects Michael Hansmeyer and Benjamin Dillenburger in collaboration with ETH Zurich and commissioned by the Origen Cultural Foundation, the tower now stands as the world’s […] More
Villa Kensho is the latest creation from the innovative minds at Studia 54. Nestled within the historic walls of Palazzo Durini, Villa Kensho promises a unique blend of protection and serenity, thanks to its large roof overhangs and hidden gardens. The villa embodies the thoughtful integration of space ergonomics and site fit. The enclosed landscaped […] More
Opening, transparency, and accessibility are the hallmarks of the new extension of the Franklin University Switzerland Campus in Sorengo, Lugano. Designed by Flaviano Capriotti Architetti, this new campus wing embodies a communal space where people can gather to share skills and knowledge, as well as life experiences. The addition includes 29 residential units, educational spaces, […] More
KCAP (urban planning and architecture), Studio Vulkan (landscape), and Raumanzug (sustainability) won the competition for a new residential neighborhood with 279 apartments in the Zurich area with their entry, “Quarter of the Dancing Couples.” A rapidly expanding municipality, Wangen-Brüttisellen, intends to increase its density. The Erni-Areal, a former industrial area next to the train station, […] More
Architect Ralph Germann designed this stunning residence for a two-person household on a 991 square meter property along the Lake de Joux. His clients’ main request was that every main room face the lake without any supporting pillars so they could take in the expansive view of the lake, which was an engineering marvel. Ralph […] More
Danish design studio Space Copenhagen, has just unveiled the interiors for the Mammertsberg hotel and restaurant in Freidorf, Switzerland. Along with the renowned chef Andreas Caminada, who has garnered international recognition for restaurants like the three Michelin star Schloss Schauenstein, outstanding Swiss chef Silvio Germann has taken over the leasehold of the historic building. Mammertsberg is […] More
Atelier Archiplein recently completed their latest project in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland – The Solid Stone. The project consists of 2 mixed use buildings containiny 68 units of rental and first-time buyer social housing. The purpose of this project is to show that solid stone construction is both practical and affordable in the Swiss setting.Take a look […] More
Within the confines of the small Swiss village of Trin, stands a cabin that would strike a chord with most minimalism enthusiasts. House Giacomelli Schmid, is a refurbishment project thought out by local architecture studio Schneller Caminada. The building’s classic shape is given a modern reinterpretation through the smooth concrete finish. Spread across three floors, […] More
Apropos Architects recently completed this rental apartment house at the intersection of three wide valleys, surrounded by the Swiss Alps. Drawing inspirations from the surrounding landscape and pinkish stone found in the local mountains, the house, cut as a carved stone, captures the views of the mountain peaks and reflects the colourful play of the […] More
ARRCC designed the stunning interiors for this family home and office on the banks of Lake Geneva designed by SAOTA for a successful Senegalese businessman based in Switzerland. The home draws on the owner’s heritage to advance an emerging African?inspired aesthetic in its sculptural form, materiality, and textural quality. Take a look at the complete […] More