Architecture · Zurich

Recognise potential. Develop projects with precision.

I support private clients, property owners, investors, property developers and housing cooperatives in making informed assessments of sites and existing properties and developing architecturally compelling, economically viable projects.

Architecture · Zurich47°22′N · 08°32′E
Axonometric study with four separate ground-level setback areas. Gray neighboring buildings stand at ground level zero outside the setback areas. The corners remain clear.

Analysing the site, existing buildings and planning requirements establishes a clear direction for development.

Schematic design studyNot a planning compliance assessment

Services

Clarity before investment.

01

Site potential check

A focused review of planning law, development capacity and site potential — a reliable basis for the next decision.

02

Feasibility study

Comparable options for volume, floor area, use and access, presented clearly and supported by meaningful figures.

03

Project development

Development of the selected option from early design to a coherent, permit-ready architectural project.

Approach

From site to sound decision.

01

Analyse

Define the constraints, planning context and commercial goals.

02

Compare

Evaluate relevant options through clear architectural and quantitative criteria.

03

Develop

Refine the strongest solution for architectural quality and viability.

Experience

From site potential to delivery.

since 2024

Mixed-use building, Opfikon ZH

Design, planning application and tender documentation in collaboration with Oswald Architekten AG.

2021–2023

Independent project development

Feasibility studies and residential projects in Switzerland and Germany, including Postareal Obfelden and Überbauung Kratz.

2010–2011

Baumschlager-Eberle

Team leader of the design department with responsibility for architectural project development.

2000–2010

International project experience

Baumschlager-Eberle and Dietrich | Untertrifaller: projects including UNAIDS/WHO Geneva, ETH Zurich, housing and urban studies.

Architekt Mateusz Kropop in Zürich

Profile

Architecture and real estate expertise combined.

Mateusz Kropop, Dipl.-Ing. Architect, TU Darmstadt, and Real Estate Economist (ebs). More than 25 years of experience in design, feasibility studies, planning, project development and delivery across Switzerland, Austria and Germany.

25+Years of experience
3Countries
2Disciplines

Education & qualifications

TU Darmstadt

Dipl.-Ing. Architecture · final grade 1.0

TU Łódź

Master of Engineering in Architecture · final grade 1.0

European Business School

Real Estate Economist (ebs) · valuation and investment analysis

Initial conversation

Assessing a site or considering a new project?

Send me a short outline. In an introductory conversation, we will identify the most useful next step for your project.