Urban Change Over Time: The Photographic Observation of Schlieren 2005-2020 Reveals How Switzerland Is Changing

The long-term Photographic Observation Schlieren project documents urban development in Switzerland over 15 years, with a photographic record of building activity and urbanisation processes in the town of Schlieren. The project includes 63 locations with pictures taken every two years, as well as detailed photographs of individual objects and habitats. This two-volume set combines the results of the research with essays that offer in-depth examination of the study's subject.

Format: Hardback
Length: 640 pages
Publication date: 16 August 2023
Publisher: Scheidegger und Spiess AG, Verlag

The long-term Photographic Observation Schlieren is a groundbreaking and widely recognized research project that meticulously documents the evolution of urban development in Switzerland. Spanning a remarkable 15-year period, this project sought to showcase the profound ways in which these processes shape the character of typical Swiss suburban communities. To achieve this, a comprehensive photographic record of building activity and urbanization processes was meticulously compiled. The chosen example for this study was the town of Schlieren, situated on the western outskirts of Zurich, which experienced a remarkable population growth from 13,000 to 20,000 residents during the observation period of 2005 to 20. At 63 strategic locations throughout Schlieren, photographs were meticulously taken under identical conditions every two years. These images captured the dynamic changes in the spatial interplay of buildings, streets, and green spaces, providing a vivid visual representation of how Schlieren has transformed over time. Simultaneously, a series of detailed photographs focused on individual objects and shed light on the appropriation, design, and aesthetics of various habitats, including store fronts, building entrances, playgrounds, parking entrances, and more.

To consolidate and present the findings of this extraordinary research, this two-volume set has been carefully compiled. The Archive volume presents the entire collection of eight images captured at each of the 63 sites, offering a comprehensive visual representation of the profound changes Schlieren has undergone throughout the 15-year period. The Essays volume, on the other hand, combines the topical image series with a series of essays that delve into the intricacies of the study. These essays provide in-depth examinations, detailed analyses, and interpretations of the subject matter, accompanied by insightful interviews conducted by expert authors from diverse disciplines.

Through the lens of the Photographic Observation Schlieren project, this comprehensive set offers a profound insight into the dynamic nature of urban development and its profound impact on the built environment. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of cities and communities.

Weight: 2972g
Dimension: 236 x 308 x 315 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783039421404