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Switzerland – and the large urban centres in particular – is suffering from a growing shortage of affordable housing. Ten major property associations have therefore founded the “Bund für mehr Wohnraum” (Federation for more housing). This organisation is committed to a fair, well-functioning housing market, effective and sustainable measures to combat the housing shortage and the construction of sufficient new flats in Switzerland.

The richly illustrated book Sacred Sites, which will soon be published by Taschen, is a visual exploration of the world’s most important cultural sites. It is a visual pilgrimage to mountains, pyramids and cathedrals that document how the human need for spirituality characterises our world.

Visitors to the Olympic Games 2024 in Paris will not only be able to enjoy great sporting events, but also a number of architectural delights. In a recently published article, the online magazine archdaily describes where these are located and why not all of them are among the city’s landmarks.