Zurich

The new police and justice center for the canton of Zurich was built on the site of the former freight station in Zurich-Aussersihl. It brings together departments of the cantonal police and public prosecutor's office, the police school, the Forensic Institute of Police Science and parts of the Zurich District Court, which are spread across 30 locations, and adds a police and justice prison. Theo Hotz Partner AG planned a large sculptural form. We supplied shower trays for the wet areas. Photo: Theo Hotz Partner AG Caption Caption More

Accenture’s Pelikanstrasse office, part of its dual-campus Zurich presence, occupies the historic Felsenhof building — a late 19th-century structure originally commissioned by an industrialist family. The renovation shows how adaptive reuse can deliver a forward-looking, high-performance workplace while preserving architectural heritage and minimising environmental impact. Peter Wuermli © Evolution Design Caption   The design approach focused on retaining the building’s structural essence. Solid masonry walls, high ceilings, and large arched windows are retained while integrating new systems that meet contemporary performance standards. By reusing the existing shell and key internal elements, the proj... More

Located in a former department store, Accenture’s Sihlstrasse office – one of two campus locations – impresses with its inviting design, curved forms, and immersive workspace experience. It is a captivating transformation of a former retail space into a vibrant and human-centred workplace that enhances productivity and well-being. Peter Wuermli © Evolution Design Peter Wuermli © Evolution Design Peter Wuermli © Evolution Design Originally built in 1973 as the Spengler fashion store, the building retains its curved façade and enlarged windows, giving it a striking, extroverted character. Inside, the design draws from the site's cultural history and Zurich’s creative spirit, result... More

The Data Center ZUR3 is designed and planned in an integrated BIM system for Digital Realty. The building is strategically located next to the Zurich Airport, connecting the existing Data Centers which are all important keystones for the expansion and future development of the new innovative campus. Adjacent to ZUR3, the 26,000 sqm mixed-use development “Meet“ project, designed by the Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto, will house retail, recreational and commercial/working spaces. GRUNER&FRIENDS Inspired by the movie “Interstellar“ by Christopher Nolan, we have developed a new design typology for a Data Centre by re-studying the cladding design for such building type and covering it with a ‘data curtain... More

Competition – KSA We are pleased to officially inform you that we are part of the winning team of the new KSA Cantonal Hospital Aarau project «Dreiklang»! Many thanks to the whole team for the great cooperation:Marti Gesamtleistungen AG, BAM Swiss AG, BAM Deutschland AG, Burckhardt+Partner AG, wörner traxler richter, Buri Müller Partner GmbH, Topotek 1, IDA14, LICHT KUNST LICHT AG, Lohfert & Lohfert AG, WaltGalmarini, blesshess, Gruner AG, Kalt & Halbeisen, Vadea AG, IBG B. Graf AG, Ramboll GmbH, H plus S Gastronomie-Fachplanung GmbH, MTP Planungsgesellschaft, Geotechnisches Institut, Kopitsis Bauphysik AG, hkg.ch, CSD Ingenieure, Kaulquappe AG, Suisse GmbH. “The Administrative Board of Kantonssp... More

According to the motto: “Today begins the future of the past”, by Sorell Hotels Switzerland, we oriented ourselves for the restaurant renovation to the typical architectural features of the Art Nouveau halls above the restaurant and reinterpreted them in a contemporary way. The artful neon installations on the ceiling of the restaurant recall the listed stucco work, while geometrical wall reliefs made of light beige fiberglass concrete reflect the subject of the dark wooden panelling. Chairs with textile surfaces in rich colors provide an exciting contrast to the warm room colors. “The ideas of Karsten Schmidt and his team have conviced us right from the beginning, because they are related to the big renovation in 1995&rd... More

The new Giahi Tattoo & Piercing Studio in the former Falken Pharmacy in the heart of Lucerne’s old town apperas in an old rose color and contrasting, light, minimal and linear elements. In addition to four tattoo and one piercing rooms on the 1st floor, on the ground floor clients can find piercings, jewelery, accessories and care products presented on filigree, under-lit shelving systems, even more emphasized by glass cubes and drawer furniture. The self-designed aluminum-clad cashier desk and the coffee counter top made of solid Verde Maritaca granite make very clear statements. Not to be overlooked is the new suspended metal staircase, which sets a great accent with its filigree contrasting the first two concrete steps in the... More

The single-family house built in 1920 has been completely renovated in the interior. More

The renovated and modernized Sorell Hotel Zürichberg is a boutique hotel in the 4 * standard range. The unusual and individual interior design is based on the independence of the architecture and history. The spatial implementation based on the reform style and the surroundings has been interpreted in a contemporary way and thus conveys more proximity to the destination. The design strategy is reduction & multifunctionality. The rooms appear light, elegant and personal. The "Swissness" is represented beyond traditional clichés. True to the motto "Think global, act local", the design is local, valuable, durable, handcrafted and therefore sustainable. More