From the edge to the centre

Zurich is a city that has grown steadily - not only through urban densification, but also through the incorporation of formerly independent places. In the two major waves of incorporation in 1893 and 1934, the city area was significantly expanded. As a result, former outlying communities became independent neighbourhoods, each with their own history and character. Many of these neighbourhoods have rural origins, an industrial past or were originally purely residential areas. Today, Zurich presents itself as a network of diverse neighbourhoods that are clearly different in character and appeal to different target groups. The city is divided into 12 urban districts, which in turn are subdivided into 34 independent neighbourhoods - according to the motto: The district organises and the neighbourhood lives.

One particular example is the Binz neighbourhood. It lies between these two poles and is characterised by its evolved identity. Creative use, historic buildings and modern forms of living are harmoniously combined here. Binz has not only developed into a sought-after location in terms of space, but also in terms of content - with a balanced mix of living, working and urban life. The mix is particularly exciting: the new vibrancy blends seamlessly with the established neighbourhood. Long-established Zurich residents characterise the neighbourhood just as much as new residents. This interplay lends Binz authenticity - and makes it a place that is alive and constantly evolving.

A neighbourhood between past and future

The history of Binz goes back a long way. Once part of the independent municipality of Wiedikon, the area was incorporated in 1893 and has belonged to the city of Zurich ever since. Originally, clay was quarried in Binz - a key raw material for the city's flourishing brickworks. The area was part of a productive network that helped shape the construction of modern Zurich. After the end of clay extraction, open spaces and a moulded landscape remained - an ideal breeding ground for new ideas.
Over the following decades, the neighbourhood developed into a functional, albeit inconspicuous, industrial area. Workshops, warehouses and small businesses settled here. Its proximity to the Zurich-Wiedikon goods railway station made Binz a practical location for trade and logistics, and several larger industrial companies took advantage of the location.
From the 1980s onwards, Binz slowly began to change. Empty halls became stages for cultural projects, temporary clubs, studios and rehearsal rooms. Binz became a symbol of creative appropriation - a place where urban development was not only planned, but lived.

„Living in the Binz neighbourhood means being part of a lively, open and future-oriented urban space. The mixture of closeness to nature, urban comfort, cultural diversity and sustainable aspirations makes Binz one of the most exciting places to live in the whole of Zurich..“ Romana Frei

Mornings on the Sihl, evenings on the Uetliberg

The location of Binz offers far more than just urban infrastructure - it combines city life with nature. If you walk along the Sihl in the morning or cycle towards the city centre, you will experience Zurich from its relaxed side: green, open and surprisingly quiet. At lunchtime, the nearby Allmend Brunau area beckons with its wide meadows, sports fields and jogging trails. At the weekend, the neighbourhood is a perfect starting point for excursions into the Sihl Valley or to Lake Zurich. And if you want to clear your head after work, you can be at the foot of the Uetliberg in just a few minutes. The city's local mountain not only offers panoramic views, exercise and fresh air, but also places to stop for a break - be it at sunset on the ridge path or over a glass of wine on the terrace of the Uto Kulm. Binz manages to combine an urban pulse with a quality of life close to nature.

Living space to suit your taste - at home in Binz

Living space is in demand in the city of Zurich - and property is particularly scarce. This makes it all the more pleasing that a high-quality new building is being constructed on Eichstrasse in Binz, combining modern living with urban quality of life. Clear architecture, different floor plans and a well thought-out choice of materials create the basis for a home that adapts to your life - whether as a stylish retreat, a couple's flat with a view or a comfortable property for the next phase of your life.

What makes this project special is that you can already experience and customise your future home virtually. With the new flat configurator, you can see directly on the screen how your home will look in your favourite colour. Choose from exclusive tiles and harmonious colour schemes - and give each room your own personal signature. This is how a new build becomes your very own home - customised to your style, comfort and personality. And all this in the heart of a neighbourhood that lives, grows and inspires: Binz.

Does this appeal to you?

Here you will find all the information about the new building on Eichstrasse in Binz. I look forward to hearing from you and will be happy to provide you with further information or a non-binding consultation.

Romana Frei
Real estate consultant New Construction
044 991 13 29
romana.frei@ginesta.ch