The blog for the commercial property market
Trends, analyses and expert tips on office and commercial space in Switzerland.
High-Bay Warehouse vs. Flat Warehouse – Which Storage Type Suits Your Needs?
High-bay warehouse or flat warehouse? Learn the most important differences, advantages, and disadvantages of both storage types and find out which storage solution fits your company optimally.
How large does a retail space really need to be?
Learn how to calculate the optimal size of your retail space, what counts as sales area, and which factors are crucial when planning the space for your shop.
Activity-Based Working: Office Planning for Flexible Work Environments
Learn how to plan your office for Activity-Based Working. From spatial concepts and zones to implementation – practical tips for modern work environments in Switzerland.
Office Location Switzerland: City Center vs. Agglomeration – The Ultimate Comparison
City center or agglomeration? Discover the pros and cons of both office locations in Switzerland. With 2026 trends, cost comparison, and practical tips for choosing your location.
On-Account Service Charges: Definition and Difference to Flat Rate Rent
What does "Akonto" mean regarding service charges? Learn the difference between on-account payments and flat rate rent and how billing works for commercial properties in Switzerland.
Pop-up shops: opportunities, risks and legal aspects
Pop-up shops are more than just a trend - they are a clever strategy for brands that want to use space flexibly. Find out about the opportunities, risks and legal aspects.
Accurately assessing footfall: Guide for retail spaces
High footfall = high turnover? Not always. Learn how to analyse foot traffic, check the rent and find the perfect location for your business.
Office and commercial expansion: shell construction, high-quality shell construction & full expansion
What does ‘shell construction’ mean? Avoid cost traps when searching for office space. We explain the differences between the various construction standards in Switzerland.
Practice renovation: soundproofing and discretion in accordance with SIA standards
Are you planning a practice? Here you can find out everything you need to know about the necessary decibel levels (dB), the SIA 181 standard and why ventilation is often your biggest sound bridge.
How may a hobby room be used?
Are you allowed to sleep in your hobby room or set up an office there? Find out what is legally permitted, how to avoid trouble with neighbours and how to get the most out of your space.
Overpaying for utilities? The 3 most common mistakes in commercial properties
Reclaim excess service charges: Learn why management fees and repairs are often billed incorrectly and how you can defend yourself against this.
The land register explained: easements, encumbrances and priority notices
Restrictions on use or contaminated sites? A look at the land registry protects you from unpleasant surprises. Find out how to use reservations and minimise risks.
Storing files correctly: What you need to bear in mind
10-year retention obligation? Don't risk illegible receipts due to improper storage. The guide to secure long-term archiving.
Planning production space: Why buffer zones are crucial to success
Avoid the most common planning mistake: without buffer zones for WIP and materials, production comes to a standstill. A guide to efficient space utilisation.
Industrial zone vs. commercial zone: These are the differences
Where are you permitted to manufacture? A comparison between industrial and commercial zones clarifies questions regarding noise protection (LSV), zone conformity, and usage in Switzerland.
Taking over a restaurant: What you need to consider
Taking over an existing restaurant seems to be the quickest route to success. However, without meticulous scrutiny, the dream can quickly fall apart due to legacy issues and incorrect calculations.
Release of the rental deposit when moving out
Find out everything you need to know about the release of your rental deposit. Our guide explains when the deposit is due, what documents you need, and how long the landlord can hold onto the money.
Effective Strategies against vacant ground floor Retail Spaces
Learn how to repurpose and profitably revitalize vacant ground floor retail spaces – innovative concepts for Switzerland.
AI in property management for commercial real estate
PropTech and AI are revolutionising property management in Switzerland. Focus on increasing efficiency and reducing costs for commercial property.
Energy efficiency in Swiss commercial properties
Increasing energy efficiency in Swiss commercial property, reducing office costs and promoting sustainability in real estate - with subsidies and smart building concepts.
Office repurposing: co-warehousing and creative strategies for vacant properties
Repurposing empty offices for co-warehousing, urban farming and maker spaces. Concrete strategies for profitable property transformation.
New tenant arrangement for commercial leases
The new tenant regulation for commercial leases explained simply: How Swiss law allows for early termination of long-term contracts.
The office of the future: what will change?
Design the office of the future! Our guide for the United Kingdom shows you how to create an attractive working environment with flexibility, sustainability and technology.
Commercial subletting in Switzerland
Commercial subletting in Switzerland explained simply: What is permitted, what is legally applicable, and when is it subject to value added tax?