An iconic tower serving as a bold urban landmark enhances the station neighbourhood.

The Swiss Federal Statistical Office tower is conceived both as an extension of the main building and as an urban landmark. The glass prism is a distinguishing feature of the rail station area. According to luminosity, its glazed outer envelope gives it a transparent, opaque or reflecting appearance. The approach integrates various sustainable development considerations. They are noticeable in the implementation of the double-skin façade and in the integrated approach of energy and comfort.