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(Zurich, Switzerland)(Architecture)(Architecture Directory)2024-09-12

Hochhaus zur Palme

The Hochhaus zur Palme, located at 24 Zürcher Strasse in Zurich, Switzerland, is a prominent high-rise building completed in 1970. It was designed by the Swiss architect Hans G. Denzler. This modern skyscraper stands out in Zurich's skyline with its sleek design and vertical lines.

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Text by Hochhaus zur Palme, Photos by Karin Hunter Bürki, Alex Linge, Ivo Stane

The building has a strong vertical orientation, with 20 floors, giving it a slender and elegant appearance. This verticality is accentuated by the continuous lines of windows running up the facade, reinforcing the tower-like form.
The building has a strong vertical orientation, with 20 floors, giving it a slender and elegant appearance. This verticality is accentuated by the continuous lines of windows running up the facade, reinforcing the tower-like form.

The Hochhaus zur Palme, located at 24 Zürcher Strasse in Zurich, Switzerland, is a prominent high-rise building completed in 1970. It was designed by the Swiss architect Hans G. Denzler. This modern skyscraper stands out in Zurich's skyline with its sleek design and vertical lines.

The building's architectural style reflects the mid-20th century's embrace of modernism, featuring a clean, functional design. With its height of 102 meters (335 feet), it was one of Zurich's tallest buildings when completed and remains an important part of the city's urban landscape.

Today, the Hochhaus zur Palme serves as office space and commercial property. Its central location in Zurich makes it a notable feature of the city's financial and business district.

The Hochhaus zur Palme was heavily influenced by the International Style, which was the dominant architectural style during the mid-20th century.
The Hochhaus zur Palme was heavily influenced by the International Style, which was the dominant architectural style during the mid-20th century.
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The building is located on Bleicherweg, a key thoroughfare connecting the central Bahnhofstrasse area with Lake Zürich. Its proximity to major financial institutions and other important landmarks makes it an important part of Zürich's urban fabric.
The building is located on Bleicherweg, a key thoroughfare connecting the central Bahnhofstrasse area with Lake Zürich. Its proximity to major financial institutions and other important landmarks makes it an important part of Zürich's urban fabric.

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Address

Bleicherweg 33

8002 Zürich, Switserland

Opening Hours

Currently not open to the public

Website

wikipedia.org/wiki/Hochhaus_zur_Palme

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