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Better living: Guide for Switzerland

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Better living: Guide for Switzerland

Good housing quality depends on suitable rooms, a healthy indoor climate, regular care and realistically planned costs. Small issues should be identified early and responsibilities clarified.

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14 ArticlesAdvice and checklists on housing quality, maintenance, indoor climate, costs, safety and daily life. 2Explore living guidesYou will also find guides to tenancy agreements, moving, family life and property finance. 3Improve your homeFocus: Switzerland 4Frequently asked questions about livingThese answers provide initial guidance on indoor climate, maintenance, housing costs and living well with neighbours.
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Guides to living

Advice and checklists on housing quality, maintenance, indoor climate, costs, safety and daily life.

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Living

Interior design: ideas and tips

Successful interior design combines aesthetics, functionality, comfort and the personal needs of the people who live in the home. A well-considered layout, suitable colours, several light sources, correctly proportioned furniture and sufficient storage can make even small or difficult rooms feel harmonious. This guide explains how to furnish your home step by step and which tenancy-law, electrical and safety rules must be observed in Switzerland.

Updated: 26.07.2026
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Living

What does sustainable living mean?

Sustainable living combines energy efficiency, renewable energy, durable materials, responsible use of water and resources, and a healthy and socially responsible residential environment. In Switzerland, personal behaviour is only one factor: cantonal energy regulations, the GEAK, Minergie, funding programmes and the rights of tenants and property owners also play an important role. This guide explains how apartments and houses can be made more sustainable step by step.

Updated: 26.07.2026
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Dispute with the neighbours – what should you do?

Noise, smoke, pets, shared areas or different expectations regarding order and cleanliness can place a considerable strain on relations between neighbours. In Switzerland, those affected should first seek a direct conversation, document recurring incidents objectively and, depending on their housing situation, involve the landlord, property management company, conciliation authority or the responsible municipal or city police. This guide explains which disturbances must generally be tolerated, when legal limits may be exceeded and how a conflict can be resolved step by step.

Updated: 26.07.2026
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Step by step

How to improve your housing quality

Housing quality can be improved step by step as needs, costs, safety and daily routines change.

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Review your housing needs

Assess the layout, light, noise, storage, safety and the requirements of your daily life.

2

Plan costs and consumption

Keep service charges, energy, insurance, maintenance and reserves in view.

3

Maintain and improve the home

Support a suitable indoor climate, address small issues early and use the rooms effectively.

4

Review housing quality regularly

Adapt furniture, routines and safety measures as your needs change.

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Frequently asked questions about living

These answers provide initial guidance on indoor climate, maintenance, housing costs and living well with neighbours.

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Regular ventilation suited to the situation and appropriate heating can help reduce moisture and stale air. Unusual moisture or mould should be documented and investigated early.

In addition to rent or financing, include service charges, energy, insurance, maintenance, taxes or fees and a reserve for unexpected expenses.

Document the damage and clarify responsibility before commissioning substantial work. In a rental property, inform the property manager or landlord promptly.

Clear, respectful communication and consideration in shared areas often help. Recurring problems should be documented objectively and raised early.

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