SAY 2023/24: Swiss Architecture Yearbook 2023/24

The SAY Swiss Architecture Yearbook is the first of its kind in Switzerland, jointly edited by the Swiss Architecture Museum S AM and the architecture journal werk,bauen+wohnen. It reflects the country's diverse architectural creation and provides international visibility for the outstanding quality of Swiss architecture and building culture. It also examines current topics such as climate change and selects 36 projects for its inaugural 2023/24 edition.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 13 November 2023
Publisher: Park Books

The new SAY Swiss Architecture Yearbook is a groundbreaking publication in Switzerland, jointly edited by the Swiss Architecture Museum (S AM) based in Basel and the renowned architecture journal werk,bauen+wohnen on behalf of the Stiftung Architektur Schweiz. This comprehensive volume showcases the country's remarkable diversity in architectural creation and provides a global platform for promoting the exceptional quality of Swiss architecture and building culture.

However, SAY goes beyond a mere compilation of the finest projects. It delves into current topics that are of utmost importance during a construction boom and in the face of the increasingly tangible impacts of climate change. An international jury, comprising experts from various fields, selected 36 outstanding projects for the inaugural edition of SAY in 2023/24. These featured projects are complemented by insightful topical essays that explore the most pressing issues in Swiss architecture discourse, examine the unique characteristics of Swiss architecture today, and assess its lasting contribution to enhancing the quality of life across the country.

The SAY Swiss Architecture Yearbook is a testament to Switzerland's commitment to architectural excellence and its role as a global leader in sustainable building practices. It serves as a valuable resource for architects, policymakers, and enthusiasts alike, offering a comprehensive perspective on the state of Swiss architecture and its potential for the future.

Dimension: 320 x 220 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783038603399