Visit New York, find bits and pieces of classic cocktail bars, ship them back to Switzerland and install everything in the ground floor of Switzerland's tallest building, the Prime Tower. The concept behind Hotel Rivington & Sons' interior design sounds bizarre - but step through the doors and you'll instantly see that all the hard work paid out.
The mirrored walls, the retro lighting, the classic bar counter, the talented bartenders, the professionally mixed cocktails - every piece fits together in creating a 30's retro atmosphere. It's even common to hear people discussing how beautiful the (also imported) toilets are. And they are.
The 'Hotel' part of the name is more of a pun - you won't find any rooms here. It's a reference to prohibition times when speakeasies had to hide their true character. And the overall vibe really does make you feel like you've just stepped into another age. You'll soon find yourself ordering an old-fashioned Bourbon Highballand letting your mind drift through a world of the past glory...
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Chiang Mai Take Away is a cozy spot near the HB serving fresh Thai (and now Chinese) dishes. Fast, flavorful, and perfect for a casual lunch or dinner.
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The cat isn't just a playful representation of Schrödinger's thought experiment, but it also invites the viewer to take part in the experiment.
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Papiersaal is known for its events and its extraordinary stage. Music sounds better with their 180-degree stage and unique industrial but stylish ambiance.
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You can book classical courses making sourdough, croissants, or puff pastry dough. But they also have more exciting options like a pasta-making course.
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Haus Konstruktiv may appear unassuming from the outside, but you should not judge a book by its cover, at least not in this case.
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It all began when Zurich launched a competition to paint the entrance hall of a municipal building. They aimed to brighten up the dark and gloomy place...
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The structure consists of 19 shipping containers stacked on top of each other. The Freitag Tower is beautiful and also functions as a flagship store.
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The Polybahn is a funicular that was created in 1889. With an average slope of 23%, it takes you from Römerhof to Bergstation Dolder Bahn.
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For example, old dollhouses show how domestic life used to look like and dolls fashion. Train sets and steam engines reflect the beginnings of technology.
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Besides the building itself, Toni Areal hosts an abundant amount of events, often linked to the art students. There is an amazing rooftop as well!
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At Villa Tobler Park you will find benches to relax among well-trimmed bushes, beautiful statues, and a fountain featuring a golden mosaic and a dragon.
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