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  • Pictet de Rochemont Campus

    Pictet de Rochemont Campus

    The PAV project extends over three central districts of the city and covers 230 hectares – an area roughly equivalent to the distance between Bürkliplatz and Letten in Zurich. By 2050, 12,400 homes and 6,200 jobs are expected to be created. Construction of Pictet’s new headquarters will begin in autumn 2021, with opening planned for 2025. The new building will house 2,500 workstations and 100 residential units.

    Innovative and sustainable design
    Pictet’s new headquarters will be built to the most modern standards. The project’s “Feng Shui” design emphasises the link with nature, with elements such as water, air, light and greenery. The building will have 23 floors, including a panoramic restaurant terrace and vast green spaces. A public park and the release of the Drize river are also part of the project.

    Environmentally-friendlyconstruction
    A key aspect of the project is respect for the environment. The building will be designed to minimise energy consumption and maximise the use of renewable energy. An innovative approach is also being taken to soil disposal. 80.a total of 1,000 m³ of soil will be transported by train to significantly reduce the carbon footprint.

    Integration and development of the neighbourhood
    The PAV project aims to transform the area’s industrial past into a vibrant mixed-use neighbourhood. In addition to new housing and jobs, the project will create numerous green spaces and meeting areas.
    Commitment to the city of Geneva
    Renaud de Planta, senior partner at the private bank, emphasises that the new campus is a clear declaration of commitment to the city of Geneva. Despite competition from financial centres such as London and New York, Geneva remains Pictet’s central location. The people of Geneva also contributed to the decision to locate here through their political decisions.

    Looking to the future
    With the completion of the Pictet Campus in Rochemont, Geneva will not only have a new architectural landmark, but also an important working and living centre in the heart of the city. The project is a symbol of forward-looking urban development that emphasises sustainability and modernity, and will improve the quality of life of Geneva’s residents and workers.

  • The Geneva Natural History Museum unveils its energy vision

    The Geneva Natural History Museum unveils its energy vision

    The new extension for the collections, designed by MAK Architecture, will complement the existing wings dating from the 1960s. With over 15 million objects on display, including animals, rocks and minerals from all over the world, the MHNG is the largest natural history museum in Switzerland and one of the ten largest in Europe. This extension will not only enable the collections to be better organised and presented, but will also create new workspaces, improve visitor reception areas and create a new space for temporary exhibitions.

    Energy efficiency as a key element
    One of the central aims of the project is to improve the museum’s energy efficiency. The historic part of the building already underwent an energy-efficiency renovation in 2012, and the new extension will be built to the very high energy-efficiency standard. This is in line with the City of Geneva’s strategy of using 100% renewable energy and eliminating CO² emissions by 2050.

    Photovoltaic installation and sustainable lighting
    One of the highlights of the renovation is the installation of the second largest photovoltaic system in the city of Geneva. In addition, the entire building will be fitted with high-efficiency LED lights and will use natural lighting to further reduce energy consumption.

    Heating and air-conditioning systems
    The heating needs of the new extension will be met entirely by renewable energies, and the total share of renewable energies on the entire site will gradually rise to 80%. A heat pump will be the main source of heating energy, saving 70 tonnes of CO² emissions per year compared with conventional systems. In an emergency, gas heating will be available as a back-up solution.

    Optimised ventilation and air conditioning
    Particular attention has been paid to ventilation and air conditioning in order to protect the fragile collections from harmful variations in humidity. This will enable the museum to receive valuable loans from other institutions that require high conservation standards.