St. Jakob Foundation

With its new building for the St. Jakob Foundation in Zurich, HRS has created a forward-looking commercial complex that combines economic viability with social value. The project provides modern work and training opportunities for people with disabilities while offering optimal conditions for production, services, and dining in a central location.

The six-story building brings together a wide variety of uses under one roof. In addition to production and service areas, the new building includes a bakery, a staff restaurant, and a café open to the public with an outdoor seating area. The modern architecture and flexible spaces promote efficient operational processes and create an attractive work environment for employees and visitors.

Special attention was paid to sustainability, functionality, and long-term cost-effectiveness. Built to the MINERGIE-ECO standard, the building meets high standards for energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and user comfort. At the same time, the project strengthens social integration and makes an important contribution to supporting people with special needs.

HRS served as the project developer and general contractor, providing full cost, quality, and schedule guarantees. The result is a modern and sustainable center of excellence that embodies the values of the St. Jakob Foundation both architecturally and functionally, while creating significant added value for the city of Zurich.