ZSC Arena
Zurich
New ice hockey temple for Zurich
After eight years of planning and approval, construction work finally commenced on the new ZSC Lions hockey arena in spring 2019. The Swiss Life Arena project includes the construction of an ice and sports arena on the 28,000 sqm site in Zurich Altstetten. The arena will hold 12,000 fans. The first floor will also house a 200-seat training centre. The Swiss Life Arena was planned using the BIM method and developed in accordance with the energy requirements of the 2000-Watt Society. The opening is planned for August 2022.
Information
Client
ZSC Lions Immobilien AG c/o ZSC Lions AG, Zurich
Services rendered by HRS
Sole contractor with full cost, quality and deadline guarantee
Architect
Caruso St John Architects AG, Zurich
Size
Building volume 477’800 m³
Plot area 19’000 m²
Floor area 73’000 m²
Rentable floor area 25’450 m²
Total cost
CHF approx. 170 million
Duration of construction
2019 - 2022
