The future of single-family home neighborhoods. Single-family home neighborhoods characterize large parts of Switzerland's residential landscape and are a major contributor to quality of life for many people. They stand for stability, established communities, and a familiar living environment. At the same time, many of these neighborhoods are entering a phase in which renovations are overdue and a generational change is taking place. This creates new opportunities, especially as many areas have development reserves that remain largely underused. In view of the strained housing market and the goal of limiting urban sprawl, it is worth exploring this potential in more detail. The focus here is not on replacing what already exists, but rather on assessing how additional housing can be created without compromising the qualities that make these neighborhoods attractive. A data-driven analysis. As owning a single-family home remains a major life goal for many people, this topic must be approached with considerable sensitivity. In order to establish an objective basis around this, Wüest Partner is currently conducting a study in collaboration with cantonal and municipal authorities, as well as the Federal Office for Housing (BWO). The aim is to provide a clear overview: What is the current situation? Where are there realistic development opportunities? And how can these be linked to support senior housing needs or demographic change adaptation? Based on these findings, Wüest Partner AG will develop targeted approaches to create incentives for both property owners and the public sector. Implementation and outlook. The study is just a first step. Subsequently, the work will continue together with municipalities, experts, and other stakeholders, with a focus on concrete solutions that can be implemented locally. The aim is to identify opportunities for owners who wish to further develop their properties as well as municipalities looking to strengthen their neighborhoods over the long term. The key will be to shape framework conditions in a socially responsible and sustainable way that enables development - not by restricting what already exists, but by creating new options.

Pascal Marazzi to leave the Wüest Partner partnership. Published: April 8, 2026Last updated: April 8, 2026 by Andreas Bleisch and Pascal Marazzi MRICS Pascal Marazzi has decided to leave Wüest Partner effective June 30, 2026. His departure marks the conclusion of a long and defining career with the company. Wüest Partner sincerely thanks him for his strong commitment, entrepreneurial drive, and contribution to advancing the business's valuation and consultancy services. Over many years, Pascal Marazzi managed major institutional real estate valuation mandates for pension funds, investment foundations, funds, publicly listed corporations, and insurance companies. He was also instrumental in establishing the international real estate valuation business for globally invested clients and led various strategy consulting mandates. In addition, he made a significant contribution to the design and implementation of digital solutions, in particular the DCF module within Wüest Dimensions and Wüest Visits. He also played a key role in leading the collaboration with MSCI/IPD and representing Wüest Partner within the international EVA valuation network. On behalf of the partnership, I would like to thank Pascal Marazzi for nearly 30 years of service to its company. Through his expertise in valuing institutional real estate portfolios, his contribution to developing its international valuation business, and his commitment to advancing its digital solutions, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Wüest Partner. Wüest Partner AG wish him all the best in his personal and professional future. Andreas Bleisch, Chairman of the Board of Directors. The transition of his responsibilities and internal duties has already been carefully arranged, and the team is well-positioned to ensure continuity. Further information: