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Frequently asked questions

Questions and answers on conversion, renovation and real estate development

Which real estate projects does ARTIAS accompany?

ARTIAS accompanies conversions, renovations, new builds, project developments and real estate investments – from individual condominiums to larger development projects. This also includes financing as well as interior and utilisation concepts.

How much does a renovation cost?

That depends on scope, condition and finishing standard: a bathroom renovation starts at several tens of thousands of francs, a full refurbishment can reach several hundred thousand francs. Only a property-specific cost estimate is reliable – we prepare it transparently and comprehensibly after a viewing.

How long does an apartment conversion take?

A kitchen or bathroom conversion usually takes four to eight weeks, a comprehensive apartment conversion three to six months – correspondingly longer including planning and permits. In the initial consultation, you will receive a realistic schedule for your project from us.

Does ARTIAS also handle conversions and renovations?

Yes. ARTIAS accompanies conversion and renovation projects holistically – as general contractor, construction fiduciary and construction project manager. From the first idea through planning and awarding to turnkey handover.

How does a project development proceed?

It starts with a site analysis and feasibility study, followed by the utilisation concept, profitability calculation and financing. We then accompany planning, approval, realisation and marketing – structured and with clear decision points for the owner.

When is a construction fiduciary worthwhile?

Whenever you want to build without being a construction professional yourself: independent construction fiduciary services protect you from inflated offers, defective execution and cost overruns. Experience shows that the fee pays for itself several times over through better awards and avoided mistakes.

What does an owner's representative do?

An owner's representative represents your interests vis-à-vis architects, planners and contractors: they review contracts and invoices, monitor quality, costs and deadlines and report to you regularly. You stay in control – without wearing yourself out in the day-to-day construction business.

Does ARTIAS support financing?

Yes. ARTIAS develops financing concepts, robust business plans as well as liquidity and profitability calculations and supports the procurement of debt and equity capital for real estate projects.

How does ARTIAS support capital procurement?

We prepare projects for investors, structure participation and financing models and hold discussions with banks and private capital providers. In this way, even larger development projects receive a viable capital base of equity and debt capital.

Does ARTIAS work with private building owners and investors?

Yes. ARTIAS works with private building owners, property owners, companies and investors – personally, transparently and with clear project responsibility.

In which regions is ARTIAS active?

ARTIAS, headquartered in Stans, is mainly active in Central Switzerland, in the Lucerne, Zug and Zurich regions and in Ticino – we accompany selected projects throughout German-speaking Switzerland.

Does ARTIAS also handle interior design?

Yes. We develop interior and utilisation concepts with furnishing plans, lighting and colour concepts as well as careful materialisation – as part of a conversion or as a stand-alone mandate.

Can ARTIAS take over a project at any stage?

Yes. Whether an initial idea, stalled planning or an ongoing construction site with problems: we step in at any project phase, quickly gain an overview and bring structure, costs and deadlines back under control.

Does ARTIAS also develop its own real estate projects?

Yes. In addition to client mandates, ARTIAS realises its own projects – from apartment purchases with renovation and resale to developments such as the four single-family homes in Neudorf or the Villa Dea hospitality project in Ascona. This owner's perspective benefits every client project.

How does an initial consultation proceed?

In a non-binding initial consultation, we discuss your starting position, your goals and the project framework. You will then receive an honest assessment of feasibility, costs and possible approaches – without obligation and without sales pressure.