wakkerpreis Meyrin
commissioned photography
meyrin
2022
Association:
Schweizer Heimatschutz/Patrimoine Suisse
Photography:
Pierre Marmy
Meyrin received the Wakker Prize in 2022 for its exemplary urban development. Once a rural village, Meyrin grew by 1200% since 1950 and now hosts 26,000 people from over 140 nations. Through ongoing dialogue with residents, the municipality has leveraged its diversity as a strength, preserved its historic center, and sustainably revitalized the 1960s “Nouvelle Cité.” The recent “Écoquartier Les Vergers” demonstrates Meyrin’s commitment to social, ecological, and economic sustainability, highlighting how local action can responsibly shape vibrant, inclusive communities.