A new heritage signage totem has recently been installed in front of La Tulipe, home of the Fondation pour Recherches Médicales, as part of an initiative led by the City of Geneva – Department of Planning, Construction and Mobility.
This project aims to promote and highlight the natural, cultural and architectural heritage of Geneva. Through a unified visual identity called “Patrimoine genevois”, the city is gradually installing signage to increase the visibility of historic buildings, public heritage objects, memorial sites and remarkable trees.
The totem is a central element of this new heritage signage system. It provides visitors with clear information about the site and serves as a landmark encouraging the discovery of Geneva’s architectural and historical heritage.
The totem installed at La Tulipe highlights the history and distinctive architecture of the building, constructed between 1966 and 1972.
The project emerged from the collaboration between philanthropist Anita Oser, physician Gaston Zahnd, and architect Jack Vicajee Bertoli, whose visionary approach gave rise to a bold architectural design. The building has been listed as part of Geneva’s heritage since October 5, 2015, recognizing its historical, architectural, and cultural significance.
With a silhouette reminiscent of a blooming flower, the building combines sculptural prestressed concrete with the lightness of a tinted glass cube, creating a striking architectural composition.
Today, La Tulipe continues to embody the intersection of architecture, science and innovation, hosting research groups and biomedical start-ups dedicated to advancing medical discoveries.
The Fondation pour Recherches Médicales is delighted to see La Tulipe recognized as part of Geneva’s heritage, and warmly thanks the City of Geneva for this initiative highlighting the historical and architectural significance of this unique building.
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