Sergio Cattaneo Architects is a dynamic office with experience in sensitive and effective planning of quality architecture in Switzerland. Our in-depth experience in the field of new building construction, rehabilitation of existing buildings, restoration and urban planning allows us to develop quality architecture, meeting Swiss standards of execution and responding professionally and competently to any client request. Our methodological and design approach is developed on several values, guidelines of our architectures.
Knowledge of the local context
In developing our work, we carefully note the physical characteristics of the project site: the landscape, the materials that connote the target territory, the light, the atmosphere. In addition, given the roots that our firm has, our cultural, social and historical territorial knowledge of Ticino, but also of Switzerland is our strength, which we nourish daily, thanks to new projects and studies.
Development of an architecture imbued with social consciousness
The spaces and architectures we design directly or indirectly influence the society that lives and surrounds them. We believe that our role as architects and planners of the territory of the future is to put our knowledge and skills at the service of society, acting as catalysts for sustainable social development both in urban spaces, as in our mountains, on communication routes, infrastructure and recreation areas.
Preservation of historical memory
With an eye toward the future, we develop solutions in step with the times, without forgetting our origins and the historical heritage that surrounds us. We propose architectural restoration solutions and consulting in respect of history and to local culture. Our experience in the restoration of listed buildings allows us to have a sensitivity in the rehabilitation of existing objects, even if not under protection. This also relates to a discourse of environmental sustainability.
Environmental Sustainability
Every construction while ensuring comfort and functionality must be in harmony with the local and global climate. Our quest for sustainability begins at the design stage by evaluating the characteristics of the natural and environmental aspects specific to each location, conscious of the use of materials and their life cycle. Our office aims to promote conscious architectural development in support of a prosperous future in harmony with nature.
Architectural awareness
We believe that the development of quality architecture and spaces capable of accommodating the everydayness of life have educational potential and capacity to raise awareness about man and the society that inhabits us.
Economic and architectural planning
Our industry experience enables us to devise strategies and develop investment return prognoses, offering clients controlled cost planning from planning to execution of the work.
Customer satisfaction
We try to follow the interests of our principals to the best of our ability, respecting our principles to the best of our ability. It is crucial for us to get to know each client, understand their needs (also their dreams, expectations, anxieties...) and try to accompany them in the best possible way during all phases of the project. Making sure that we establish that trust that will then allow them to tell us ``I trust you, you do it!``.
Accessibility and sharing
Our goal is to make our architecture and working philosophy accessible to as many people as possible by sharing our experience, professionalism and passion.
