November 14, 2024 | | | | | | The Zollikon Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides skills-training relevant to the changing world within an Anabaptist context is undergoing change as it continues to grow Dean Taylor has taken over as president of the institute located near Walnut Creek as it heads into its third year of operation Zollikon has provided learning opportunities for more than 300 students in accredited and nonaccredited courses since opening its doors in spring 2022 Moyer said that through an agreement with Malone University Zollikon is able to offer accredited courses along with nonaccredited courses such as computer training It also is looking to expand into vocational opportunities Hitting the ground runningTaylor assumed the role of president Sept "The whole idea of Zollikon is to empower the community," Taylor said "We are doing that by connecting with the Amish and also getting involved with the local businesses here I think it's brilliant that they named this school after a community (Zollikon is a municipality in Zurich Communities speaking and communities working We want to empower individuals through community I'm very excited about that community focus." The institute is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment that aligns with the values of the Plain Anabaptist community Taylor said he will focus on recruiting students and Christian instructors and will play a key role in guiding students’ spiritual and academic development He is starting by reaching into the business and church communities to find out from leaders what is wanted and needed The institute has developed a computer training class through Keim and plans a ministry program It also plans to expand into workforce development "There is an absolute brilliance within the (Plain) community that we have got to be able to tap," Taylor said "We've got to be able to tap into some of those community resources the community experience and community wisdom in both the business level and the church level." Drawing from his international mission work Taylor plans to lead Zollikon in engaging with mission projects worldwide He is eager to teach and connect with students in the classroom "We have to think of ourselves as caretakers of this incredible inheritance," Taylor said we'll realize that what we've been given in these students is hundreds of years of developed culture and brilliance and not see ourselves as some sort of idealogue that is going to fix all their problems." Zollikon has added a building on state Route 39 between Berlin and Walnut Creek that is being renovated and will be part of the campus the programs operate out of its building at 5034 State Route 515 The municipality of Zollikon ZH is defending itself against the planned landfill site in the Brunnenwisen area with an unusual campaign It is calling on citizens to submit their own objections to the canton The municipality of Zollikon is mobilizing its population against the planned landfill site in the Brunnenwisen recreational area The canton of Zurich is planning new landfill sites as part of a partial revision of the structure plan - including the approximately 20-hectare area between Zollikerberg and Binz. This was reported by the "Zürichsee-Zeitung". municipal president Sascha Ullmann (GLP) announced that he would "fight back with all means at his disposal" Now the municipal council is going one step further and officially calling on the public to submit individual objections to the site the municipality has published sample templates on its website which citizens only need to sign and send off Detailed instructions also make the process easier "We have received many inquiries from concerned residents who want to know how they can oppose the landfill plans," says Dorian Selz (GLP) to the "Zürichsee-Zeitung" newspaper In collaboration with the "DepoNie-Zollikon" interest group arguments were collected at round tables and used to formulate the objections The municipality's concerns are manifold: the Brunnenwisen area is a valuable biotope with rare and protected species such as amphibians the planned location is less than 100 meters away from a residential area - a clear violation of the canton's criteria The municipal council also criticized the traffic connections: Tight bends narrow roads and the proximity to densely populated neighborhoods would make it massively difficult for trucks to get to and from the site the canton of Zurich was cautious about the municipality's approach The building directorate emphasized that it was not the number of objections but their substantive arguments that were decisive The public consultation on the structure plan will run until mid-March The cantonal council will then decide on the final landfill sites April 13, 2021 BERLIN  The newly formed Zollikon Institute of Holmes County is partnering with Malone University to provide educational opportunities for the Amish and Mennonite communities "This starts with relationships and trust," said Jason Moyer director of external partnerships and strategic communication at Malone. "Our audience for this educational initiative is people who have not traditionally partaken in higher education." The Zollikon Institute is a nonprofit organization that provides contemporary skills-training relevant within an Anabaptist context The institute is renting space at the Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center It will offer nonaccredited courses for community members Malone University's role will be developing the accredited portion of the program which the private Christian liberal arts school located in Canton, hopes to unveil this fall Holmes County native Norita Yoder will serve as director of the combined programs She earned a bachelor’s degree in history at The Ohio State University and a master’s degree from Yale University in the history of Christianity “My collegiate experience allowed me to experience the joy of learning as well as the difficulty of crossing cultural barriers to access that learning,” Yoder said in a news release “My desire is to find ways of crossing the cultural boundaries to better facilitate educational opportunities and career training among the Amish and Amish-Mennonite groups." Yoder acts as a liaison for Amish groups in Holmes County, according to information on Malone University's website she completed work at the Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center giving guest lectures for universities and tours of the Behalt Mural The Zollikon Institute was named after a village near Zurich where the 16th-centuary Anabaptist movement emerged She called it a place where villagers took the "lofty ideas and the new skills of their changing world put them into action and walked them out in the shoe-leather of daily life." who was raised in the Mennonite church and grew up in Wayne and Holmes counties said the institutions' missions align "Our partnership with the Zollikon Institute is born of God’s providence and rich common ground that includes shared vision shared objectives and strengths that dovetail well together as well as a shared desire that our outcomes honor and glorify God," he said in the release The university is committed to giving students an experience of belonging and meaningful relationship-building "We want students who leave our campus to be the type of people who go the extra mile for those who need it: their family "This initiative is a great opportunity to serve a group of students who come from a community that's devoted to serving others." One year ago: Malone University closes dorms, extends remote learning Yoder will partner with Malone University faculty to develop the accredited portion of the programs to be offered at the Amish and Mennonite Heritage Center “We want to equip the young person to serve well in the future but it’s not just the young person,” Yoder said “We want to equip people of all ages with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world." Courses will support Holmes County business owners and community leaders interested in improving skills such as public speaking human resources and strategic and tactical planning Community members will also have the chance to pursue general education curriculum – history courses for example – if they want a taste of a more traditional college experience More on Heritage Center: 265-foot mural chronicles history of Amish and Mennonites The nonaccredited courses at the Zollikon Institute will be accessible to all students will need to go through Malone's admissions process Some Holmes County community members have already expressed interest in the educational opportunities "We have big hopes for its impact on the community," he said Reach Valerie at vroyzman@the-daily-record.com Archive HOUSING Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker When Albert Einstein stuck out his tongue at a reporter he reminded the world that he was just another guy Professor of philosophy Franz Mayr keeps a magnet bearing Einstein's famous picture in his pocket to remind himself that he too is just another average human being "Franz Mayr is a world class philosopher," philosophy professor Richard Askay said "He could have taught anywhere in the world." Mayr and Askay worked together for eight years translating the Zollikon Seminars a series of philosophical seminars by the German philosopher Martin Heidegger "I learned more from him in those eight years than I did in graduate school," Askay said "He is extremely gracious and selfless in sharing the wealth of knowledge he possesses." Austria and grew up in an old farmhouse overlooking the Danube river valley "I have always felt lucky in my life," Mayr said "I had a very happy childhood with much freedom on the farm." When he was 10 years old which is an eight-year school program attended by European students "I was always best or second best in gymnasium," Mayr said although I hated chemistry." After finishing at gymnasium Mayr went on to study physics and mathematics at the University of Innsbruck in Austria he quickly became bored and changed his studies to philosophy and theology despite pressure from family members to continue with physics in philosophy at age 23 from the University of Innsbruck Mayr got a job working as a research assistant for Karl Rahner He continued his research work with Rahner while attending classes at night Although he looks back fondly on his childhood who had a profound influence on his childhood "I think my skepticism began when my mother died," Mayr said "She was very imaginative and very influential for me."  Growing up in Austria during World War II was also difficult for the young Mayr and my mother's brother – my uncle – was part of the Nazi party," Mayr said "There was much conflict because of this." They now have two children and one grandson Some of them have been translated into Spanish He has also written and published many articles Mayr continues to teach Philosophy of Religion Mayr's classes are different because he expands them far beyond regular philosophy," junior Mark McGinnis said "He makes it relevant and includes a lot of information from his own life Guide: Where to have a “cafecito con chisme” in Portland Society for Mexican American Philosophy set to host first biannual Summer Institute at UP Letter from the Editor: The future of DEI at The Beacon remains bright The Student Voice Of The University of Portland Since 1935 The Student Voice of the University of Portland Since 1935 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Elie Dolgin is a freelance writer in Somerville EraCal Therapeutics is a spin-off from the University of Zurich Prices may be subject to local taxes which are calculated during checkout doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-020-01800-z Download references Blood of man who’s had 200 snake bites helps make a potent antivenom Selective inhibition of stromal mechanosensing suppresses cardiac fibrosis My fight to unlock cannabis and psychedelic drugs for use in medical research Changes in neurotensin signalling drive hedonic devaluation in obesity Fasting for weight loss is all the rage: what are the health benefits Artificial intelligence could boost eye care in low-income countries NK2R control of energy expenditure and feeding to treat metabolic diseases Diabetes risk soars for adults who had a sweet tooth as kids POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW Post Summary of the role The Characterisation & Processing of Advanced Materials HT is an interdisciplinary research institute created and supported by the Italian government whose aim is to develop innovative strategies to pr.. 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LOGIN A subscription to Building Design will provide: Subscribe today Alternatively REGISTER for free access on selected stories and sign up for email alerts Site powered by Webvision Cloud German news sources allege that the singer entered a rehab facility in Switzerland due to substance abuse Reports say that George Michael has entered a rehab facility in Switzerland due to an alleged ongoing battle with substance abuse German magazine Bild report that the former Wham checked himself into the Kusnacht Practice in Zollikon Treatment at the centre reportedly costs £72,000 (€100,000) There has been no official statement given on the news Last year, George Michael was taken to hospital after collapsing at home A 999 call was made by a friend of the singer and two ambulances arrived at his north London home They allegedly spent four hours there with the singer before taking him to hospital for further treatment The singer also made headlines in 2013 when he was airlifted to hospital after apparently falling from his car on the M1 motorway An eyewitness said that Michael had fallen from his vehicle after trying to close the car door while the vehicle was in motion In May, Adele marked her 27th birthday by dressing up as George Michael The British singer donned an outfit similar to that of Michael in his ‘Faith’ artwork Adele called Michael her “hero” posting to fans on Twitter: “Thank you for the birthday wishes I had a wonderful time The world’s defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking what’s new and what’s next since 1952 We explore the most popular areas to live in Zurich for expats looking to make the move to Switzerland’s vibrant financial capital By Graham Turner you will have the tricky task of deciding exactly where to live each of the city’s districts has its own distinct character and where you decide to settle will largely come down to personal preference this guide outlines everything you need to know about living in Zurich Looking for somewhere to rent in Switzerland Spotahome takes the hassle out of househunting by doing the hard work for you and book rental properties all from the comfort of your own home Take the stress out of househunting in Switzerland with Spotahome From a social point of view, it’s also ideal for sampling the best of Swiss cuisine and the local drinking culture combined with the city’s insanely low crime rate and gleaming streets make it a very appealing place to settle for expats Zurich boasts a frankly preposterous number of drinking fountains – and hydration is very important One of the best things about living in Zurich is the warm and welcoming culture Despite being the largest city in Switzerland its population (within the ZMA anyway) of only 400,000 means that there is still a sense of familiarity and intimacy that you wouldn’t normally associate with a financial metropolis In terms of social etiquette there is a real sense of community throughout the city you can expect friendly waves and hellos from neighbors and locals that the Swiss are fairly private when it comes to personal and financial affairs That said, it’s also wise to remember the cultural nuances of the city, as it is rather unique within the European zeitgeist. For instance, the drinking culture is somewhat more restrained and you can expect social events to end at a reasonable time this might actually be considered a good thing when you get to leave a party with a healthy buzz as opposed to crawling for a taxi When it comes to choosing where to live in Zurich a broad spectrum of needs and budgets can also be accommodated Like in most financial hubs, the closer you live to the center, the more expensive things can get across the board. This applies especially to property, which can be slightly tricky to navigate for expats. However, our guide to housing in Switzerland will help you with that Zurich is a family-friendly city with a variety of options for expats While there is no particular area of the city specifically for families many internationals settle near the two main schools on either side of the lake: Kusnacht and Zumikon on the right side (known as the Gold Coast) and Kilchberg and Thawil on the left (the Silver Coast) Your best friend for getting off the ground in finding somewhere to live in Zurich is going to be the internet, whether you’d like to rent or buy property You will want to begin this process as early as possible before you move as it can take a while to get everything sorted Here are some handy websites you can use to find somewhere to live in Zurich: It can be difficult to find homes with gardens in Zurich Ground floor apartments in Zurich will often have small patios and some apartments have shared garden or barbecue areas Houses with gardens are available outside of the city and generally cost more than apartments in Zurich The average size of apartments in Zurich is between 90–100 sqm large homes with five or six bedrooms are very scarce no matter where you live and Switzerland is certainly no exception Typical houses in Zurich city boast a 1920s design with very modern interiors Such buildings are mostly in Districts 1 (the old town) Many modern buildings are popping up across the city Renting is expensive in Switzerland and even more so in big cities like Zurich Some buildings are under historical monumental protection and therefore have very high rents Housing in the industrial Districts 3 and 4 is a bit more affordable and 12 (about 15 minutes from Zurich Hauptbahnhof) All of these areas are easily accessible to the city center with public transport If you’re looking to save some money and don’t have any qualms, then flat-sharing is a popular option. There are even dedicated sites for connecting people for this very purpose. You can try WGZimmer or Craigslist Just be sure what you’re getting into before committing or paying money before you know what you’re in for Renting is the norm in Switzerland. To those considering buying a home in Switzerland Buying a home is relatively simple but selling one is a different challenge Most people in Zurich are looking to rent apartments so there are very few buyers in the marketplace It could take a year or more to sell a property banks welcome investors and are very supportive of home buyers if clients are credit-worthy and have good records Now that you know how to find housing in Zurich Zurich has 12 districts (known as Stadtkreise) in its entirety with the main areas briefly summarized below Below is a further breakdown of these areas and what they have to offer expats planning on living in Zurich If you’re looking for a relatively easy commute then you can’t go wrong with living in the Zurich Metropolitan Area (ZMA) this makes up the metropolitan hub that surrounds the city center all of these areas have at least four trains that leave every hour getting you to downtown Zurich (Zurich HB Main Station as the train stop is known) in half an hour at most (and even less in some areas) This means that you won’t have to crawl out of bed at 06:00 to drag yourself to work – which is always nice Just bear in mind when looking for a place to stay in the ZMA that landlords are incredibly thorough with background checks so get the ball rolling as early as possible as the ZMA is a great place to live in Zurich Here is a breakdown of the different towns and villages within the ZMA and what they have to offer expats looking to live there You would be forgiven for forgetting that you live in a financial capital if you choose to settle in Aarau idyllic village looks akin to an impressionist painting come to life The people are famously friendly and the surroundings are incredibly scenic making it one of the most laid-back areas in the city while still having great access to the center Furthermore, Aarau is home to the amazing Freibad Schachen (open-air swimming pool) A number of great historical sites and architectural wonders also make this a fascinating place to explore which hosts numerous gigs and stand-up comedy nights Compared to other relatively central locations in the city Aarau is on the lower end of the scale in terms of price There’s a good mix of apartments – from functional to fancy – as well as townhouses and bungalows A three-bedroom apartment that’s ‘pragmatic’ with its space can be found for CHF 250,000 with spacious designer apartments ranging from between CHF 750,000 and CHF 1,000,000 If you’ve got your heart set on a house you could find a detached bungalow (with around five bedrooms) starting at CHF 1,250,000 then you’re looking at closer to CHF 3,000,000 apartments are the way forward in Aarau and you’ll rarely see a house up for rent If you’re looking for something a bit bigger there’s always a good selection of three-bedroom apartments that range from around CHF 1,300 to CHF 1,700 Aarua is very much a Swiss-German town and many of the businesses have a real local flavor. Most of the expats living here are commuters heading to other parts of the city, so if you want to work here, you will ideally have to have a strong grasp of the language Expats with a love of the great outdoors and community who still want to be in touch or have to work in the city center It’s also great for families with plenty of outdoor activities and a neighborhood where you can relax with young kids about Winterthur is one of the largest cities within the canton of Zurich and has a population of more than 110,000 The medieval heart of Zurich is bustling with plenty of markets yet still offers a sense of old-town charm Considering how close Winterthur is to the city center of Zurich property prices are considerably higher than in other areas then you’ll likely need to settle for an apartment Prices on the outskirts of the region can see you land a three-bedroom apartment in the region of CHF 900 to CHF 1,100,000 If you’re looking to live in or around the center of Winterthur the prices can start climbing closer to CHF 2,000,000 to CHF 2,500,000 for anything between a three and five-bedroom apartment (usually with decent-sized living areas) Renting in Winterthur follows a similar trend You can find a three-bedroom apartment to rent on the fringes for around CHF 1,500 per month with prices climbing to CHF 2,500 for something similar closer to the center of the canton Winterthur is home to some large companies as well as plenty of banks One of the largest companies is industrial engineering and manufacturing firm The Union Bank of Switzerland and insurance group AXA Winterthur also have a large workforce in the canton With nearly a quarter of the population being non-Swiss It sports the city’s largest train station so getting around Zurich (and beyond) is no problem there is also plenty to do in terms of sight-seeing Found on the Riviera on the upper half of Lake Zurich Rapperswil-Jona lives up to its name as the Town of Roses from the 16,000 roses that bloom in the gardens of the Capuchin Friary and on the Schanz; a rose garden designed for the blind The town has a reasonable price range depending on how much you are willing to sacrifice on space airy three-bedroom apartment for around CHF 1,200,000 or you could get the same number of bedrooms but with slightly cozier environs for a fairly affordable (for Zurich houses are rare to come by in this small town they’re usually lovely and luxurious with a hefty price tag of anything upwards of CHF 3,000,000 Renting in Rapperswil-Jona definitely edges towards the higher end of the spectrum a standard three-bedroom property will cost you around CHF 1,500 per month there is a decent selection of smaller places on offer with two-bedroom flats costing closer to CHF 1,200 and studios setting you back around CHF 1,000 per month Although it’s a fairly small town (with a population of around 25,000) Rapperswil-Jona is a really popular weekend destination for visitors from other parts of the city and out-of-town tourists there is an availability of jobs that cater to this market This idyllic little medieval town is ideal for couples moving to Zurich It’s a joy to explore with a partner has great restaurants to accommodate the weekend tourist crowd and is within commuting distance from Zurich city center this small town lies just 20 minutes from Zurich city center This means that you get to enjoy the laid-back lifestyle that comes with living in a small town while still being close to all the action Being one of the most sought-after locations in all of Switzerland comes at a price – literally two-bedroom apartment here will cost you around CHF 1,000,000 The more luxurious options can go as high as your imagination can fathom Houses are rarer than unicorns on the market here will usually involve you having to request the price there are plenty of studios and single-bedroom apartments up for grabs furnished studio will cost around CHF 2,000 to CHF 3,000 per month Three and four-bedroom properties – which are generally exquisite – can range from between CHF 4,000 and CHF 6,000 There are options on the lower end of the scale you’ll have to request the price for anything bigger and/or better being the richest canton (and the one with the lowest taxation) in Zurich means that there are opportunities to work with some huge local and international companies located in the city; namely Siemens Building Technologies This is honestly one of the best places to live in all of Zurich combined with a plethora of great restaurants and things to do makes it an extremely desirable place to live for any expat being the smallest canton in Zurich and having the lowest taxation also means that getting in is hard and expensive These two areas of Zurich’s District 2 stand out as choice locations within the broad ‘Zurich city center’ terminology This is because they are considerably more liveable than say Altstadt in District 1 which is better suited to visitors rather than residents Despite being so close to the heart of Zurich despite it being basically in the middle of Zurich is dominated by its incredible promenade that runs along Lake Zurich This is a great place to unwind and even take a dip in one of the many designated swimming spots For great music and a welcoming atmosphere, be sure to check out Bar Enge. This area is also home to a couple of fantastic museums by way of the Rietberg and the FIFA World Football Museum As for Seefeld, you should become intimately familiar with the beautiful promenade, known as the Zürichhorn You can also watch street artists gather crowds around their Trompe-l’œil chalk drawings and pick up some handmade jewelry at the local street stalls Enge is located a mere five-minute train ride away from Zurich HB Main Station cycling is also a popular way to get to and from the city Since the train station is located right in the middle of Seefeld the journey to Zurich HB Main Station takes between 14 and 18 minutes depending on what train you get if you live in the northern tip of the district then cycling or walking is just as viable an option if you’re looking to head to the center apartments reign supreme in Enge and Seefeld – and they aren’t particularly cheap the city center is only realistically suitable for single expats or those with older children you could realistically rent a three-bedroom property from around CHF 3,200 to CHF 4,500 per month with space being the telling factor in the price swing Enge is very much on the ‘price on request’ scale places do pop up with actual asking prices These can range from the occasional CHF 500,000 studio to CHF 2,000,000 three-bedroom apartments this isn’t really surprising given how desirable a place it is to live the cheapest you are likely to find would be a two-bedroom property for around CHF 2,000 per month this can easily climb to closer to CHF 4,000 a month for more space and better views Enge is a great place to live if you are looking for a job as numerous recruitment agencies are based here Other notable companies come by the way of large insurance firms such as Qatar Reinsurance Company and the Swiss Reinsurance Company Seefeld feels much more residential in nature big businesses aren’t as abundant as they are in Enge there are plenty of recruiters to help you land a job The Porsche Center also calls Seefeld home if that’s your game Enge really does offer something for everyone And that’s not even taking into account how central it is Seefeld also has fantastic traits and remains a decidedly laid-back district it is notable for its great shopping scene which offers numerous grocery stores These make it a great place to be during the summer it’s an area that is hard not to recommend to anyone if you can find a suitable place to live then Fluntern in District 7 offers easy access to the city center be aware that properties here come at a premium they are really close to the zoo and you can’t really put a price on that Fluntern is one of the quietest suburbs you will find anywhere within a reasonable distance from Zurich city center. This is in no small part due to the fact that much of the district is taken up by Zoo Zürich meaning that there is a huge amount of nature to be explored wouldn’t be complete without checking out one of the best zoos in Europe by way of Zoo Zürich This place is absolutely massive and takes up most of the district it requires multiple visits to experience all of its indoor and outdoor enclosures Trains from Fluntern will get you to Zurich HB Main Station in around 25 minutes Because of its desirable location and top-shelf liveability This is another district where houses for rent on the market are about as common as unicorns you could rent for around CHF 2,000 a month on the lower end of the scale This can easily climb to CHF 3,000 for more spacious places There are always a few listings for houses floating around in Fluntern which are almost always on the insane level you will have to request the eye-watering asking prices for the six or seven-bedroom luxury homes here Buying an apartment is slightly more achievable with cute two-bedroom properties starting at around CHF 900,000 With Zoo Zürich taking up most of the real estate in this district it’s not exactly a booming business zone there are three hospitals in the area: Privatklinik Bethanien and Children’s Hospital Zurich – Eleonore Foundation which can be great sources of work if that’s your field With great access to one of the best parks and zoos in Europe as well as plenty of options for eating and drinking Fluntern is undoubtedly one of the best places to be for young families in Zurich then Zurich has no shortage of really cool areas or Kreis 5 (or Industriequartier) in Zurich West stands tall among the city’s trendiest areas It is also within touching distance of the city center being only an eight-minute train journey to Zurich HB Main Station Kreis 5 essentially offers everything you would expect from a place of this name Abandoned warehouses from the city’s industrial heyday have been renovated and others torn down to make way for design-savvy spaces housing a ludicrous number of galleries There is also a good selection of cool thrift stores where you can which features an amazing outdoor swimming spot on the River Limmat and a great red wine selection make this the hallmark of inescapable coziness With frequent trains running to and from the city center in just eight minutes Kreis 5 is the ideal spot for expats wanting to enjoy the best of both worlds there is always a big demand (and price tag) for living in the district Apartments here can range from economical studios to sprawling loft spaces Furnished studios tend to start from CHF 1,200 and quickly get more expensive from there three-bedroom properties start from around CHF 3,600 if you want to be that mythical Gatsby figure that big open loft you’ve always dreamed of is only around CHF 9,000 a month If you know your way around a cocktail shaker then you could easily carve yourself out a nice career in one of the canton’s many bars Kreis 5 is best suited to young singles looking to make an impact on Zurich’s dynamic social scene it’s not off-limits to those outside this demographic It just caters more to sociable types who really like to get out and about – networking The old industrial area of Affoltern in District 11 is popular among Zurich’s younger residents it’s handy for the city center with trains taking between 18 and 32 minutes to get to Zurich HB Main Station such as Lake Katzensee – which lies between Affoltern and neighboring Altburg – also make it an all-year-round hotspot for bird- and nature-watching Because it is so close to Lake Katzensee and offers a lot of green space Affoltern strikes a unique balance between the edgy industrial chic that other parts of Zurich are famed for it is the ideal location for nature lovers who enjoy a laid-back life a transportive trattoria located right in the heart of Affoltern Trains take between 18 and 32 minutes to get to Zürich Hauptbahnhof making this a good option for both commuters and expats wanting to live within a reasonable distance from the city center Affoltern is definitely one of the more reasonably priced areas of Zurich cooly decked-out two-bedroom apartment for around CHF 1,500 Three-bedroom places usually float around the CHF 2,000 mark Affoltern isn’t exactly a Fortune 500 hub and is very much a residential and leisure district a glance through job listings will present you with lots of opportunities with local financial plenty to occupy nature and nightlife lovers and a slightly more reasonable price tag than some of its ultra-gentrified neighbors Afoltern is a great middle-of-the-road option that offers something for everyone the banks of Lake Zurich are split into two neighborhoods – the Gold and Silver coasts (you can guess which one gets the sun) which lies on the western bank of Lake Zurich is particularly popular among expats due to the abundance of international schools You’ll also notice that the pubs and restaurants tend to cater to English-speaking residents Popular locations on the Silver Coast include Kilchberg The Silver Coast encompasses a huge area with many towns although they share many environmental similarities; namely incredible views of the lake and the Alps which dominate the surroundings which offers boat tours as well wakeboarding and windsurfing The Gold Coast takes in the lower eastern shore (right bank) of Lake Zurich It is generally more expensive than its silver sister as a result of getting more sun throughout the year you’ll likely be relying on a housing allowance or you’ll need to compromise on space as it’s a competitive area If you’re happy to be in close proximity to the lake without having a great view of it Villages along the Gold Coast ridge enjoy the benefits of good schools and access to the city center there are some much better property deals to be found Then direct your search to the Pfannenstiel region on the Gold Coast The Gold Coast is a beautifully gentrified part of Zurich the lake is what makes the environment so unique This is the beating heart of the Gold Coast and makes any town you choose around it a dynamic walking along the Gold Coast is a real treat There is nothing better than going from Zurich Burkliplatz to Tiefenbrunne on a Sunday afternoon for people watching and exploring the China Garden and the fun stepping stones hidden behind the trees.  Just like the Silver Coast, there are countless great places to eat and drink. These are scattered across the four choice towns along the Coast. In Zollikon, head to Trube for some of the best Swiss fare going. Drinx Bar lives up to its truly terrible name by having a great selection of whiskies This one is a little tricky to answer as the Coasts run a long way if you’re at the north end of the Silver Coast then you can expect it to take around 10 minutes to get to Zurich HB Main Station but always towards the pricier end of the scale The closer you are to Zurich city center – Kilchberg in the Silver Coast or Zollikon on the Gold Coast – the more expensive it will be It is certainly pricier than down in the southern areas like Erlenbach Being so tightly squeezed along a long vertical stretch both coasts are mainly made up of residential areas and businesses that largely cater to the locals Business and trade largely center on catering to the sizeable residential population and tourists that flock to the Coasts in summer hospitality might be your best bet if you’re looking to kick-start your working life here Although the Silver and Gold Coasts cover a large area you can generally presume that there will be a thriving expat community as they are incredibly popular neighborhoods for out-of-towners to settle the other thing it’s great for is boasting about having the best views in Zurich There is an incredible range of beautiful areas to live in within the canton of Zurich many of which offer benefits that you won’t get in the ZMA such as the Zürcher Oberland and the Weinland or are looking for a fully-integrated experience then you’ll get to experience some stunning vistas If you’re looking for somewhere that is outside the ZMA but still fairly intuitive to an English speaker Zürcher Unterland is an area around the airport that has seen a burgeoning expat community flourish in recent years the main benefit here is finding more reasonable housing costs while still being within commuting distance of the city Swiss real estate: buying a house in Switzerland If Kreis 5 leans too much into hipster territory for you One of its main benefits is that it’s far enough away from the center to make it more affordable while maintaining good transport links If you’re willing to commute to the city then there is another lake in the canton of Zurich by the name of Greifensee While it’s not as handy as Lake Zurich it is set among a nature reserve with resplendent There’s a solid expat community in some of the larger towns around the lake With great international schools and reasonable housing prices any barrier of entry isn’t crime-related but purely cultural That’s not to say that any area of Zurich is hostile to expats – quite the opposite and other areas on the periphery of the city proper) are largely Swiss-German speaking These are great for immersing yourself in the Swiss experience but might make integration a bit harder if you don’t speak the language On the off-chance that you do run into trouble, though, you can head to the Kantonspolizei Zürich website, which can help you out. It’s also wise to keep a list of emergency numbers handy in case you need assistance He’s worked as a Digital Editor for lifestyle publication i-on Magazine in Edinburgh and Editor for Time Out in Hong Kong his career highlights have included covering hard-hitting topics such as cat fashion parades and breathable mesh pants – yes You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed The Kusnacht Practice was founded in 2011 and operates in the fields of addictions Patients:live in their own five-star villa on the shores of Lake Zurich or Lake Geneva and are treated individually In order to further expand its top status as the world's most exclusive treatment center in the future Patients live in their own five-star villa on the shores of Lake Zurich or Lake Geneva and are treated individually In order to be able to further expand its top status as the world's most exclusive treatment center in the future, the treatment center has therefore decided on a comprehensive rebranding process, which includes, among other things, the conception and implementation of the new Company website as the centerpiece The Kusnacht Practice brand is perceived by its competence and the international UHNWI customers are to be addressed visually according to the positioning in the absolute luxury segment Zelebrand solved this challenging task with a 360-degree customer-centricity approach and was thus able to win the pitch In addition to the integration of the core business into the new corporate identity the focus was particularly on the new and extensive website This is frequently visited by potential customers who are already exposed to a certain stress situation The intuitive UI/UX is intended to help new users find their way around quickly The experience should have a positive effect on the user from the first contact The new branding and website have already been rolled out These include a fashion collection for the in-house polo team a new corporate brochure and various other activities Responsible at The Kusnacht Practice: Eduardo Greghi (CEO & Chairman) Andrea Kistner (Chief of Staff to the CEO) Jennifer Best (Brand & Marketing Manager) Krzysztof Jakubiak (Marketing Project Manager) Responsible at Zelebrand International/Q: Ralf Kostgeld (Founder/Creative Partner) Jerry Zimmerli (Art Direction & Design) Johann Sauty (Photography) Q Switzerland/Worldwide (Web Development & Tech)