With Hardstrasse 299/301, Caruso St John Architects have created a striking office building in the heart of Zurich West, which, with its floor-by-floor green facade, provides a lively contrast to its dense surroundings. The vertical layer of plants not only creates a sense of identity, but also improves the urban microclimate and gives the facade a soft, breathing texture. Precisely placed horizontal bands and large-format windows give the volume a sense of rhythm and create light-flooded, flexible office spaces with a high quality of stay. While the public-oriented ground floor uses activate the street space, the upper floors offer modern working environments at Minergie-Eco level. Materials such as terrazzo, steel, and smooth plaster emphasize the architectural precision and combine contemporary design with the industrial heritage of Zurich West. Its direct location on Escher-Wyss-Platz and renowned tenants such as Partner RE make the property a sought-after business address with urban character.
| Ownership status | sole ownership |
| Year of construction | 2020 |
| Renovation | - |
| Percentage of office space | 86.7 |
| Percentage of retail space | 0.8 |
| Percentage of residential space | 0.0 |
| Percentage other uses | 12.5 |
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