The house (photos)
The salons (photos)
The bistro (photos)
Doris Sträuli-Keller, music
educator and patron of music in Winterthur, established
the Sulzberg Foundation in 1999. In accordance with the wishes of the
founder and
her deceased husband, Dr. Hans Sträuli Jr., their villa as well as
their fortune are to
serve in the promotion of the arts.
The Villa Sträuli at Museumstrasse 60 is located in central Winterthur
- just a five-
minute walk from the main train station. Situated in a park-like garden
across from
the city park, the Villa is in immediate proximity to the theatre, museum
of art, and the
concert hall in the Stadthaus. Winterthur’s old town, with its library
and many shopping
options, is also within close reach.
The neobaroque villa built at the beginning of the twentieth century
is well-preserved,
surviving virtually in its original condition. Today it is classified
as a historical monu-
ment and is currently being carefully renovated to suit its new purpose.
private events are located on the ground floor. In the upper floors and loft spaces,
three living/work spaces for creative artists (Artists-in-Residence) and the administra-
tive offices of the Villa are being constructed. The basement will house two more work
spaces for music and the visual arts. A room on the first floor with a tiled stove and a
balcony overlooking the garden will serve as a small library and meeting place for the
residents.
As the salons can be used for cultural events and may also be rented for private
occasions, non-resident guests will often be encountered in the Villa. The studios are
therefore ideal for applicants who value contact and exchange with the public.
Upon request the Villa Sträuli’s ground floor entrance can be made accessible for
wheelchairs. Unfortunately, however, the bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible.
These restrictions are attributable to the building’s landmark status. The Villa is a
non-smoking building.
> More information about the bistro
> Virtual walk through the bistro, the garden and the salon
Plan of site
Switzerland. Nestled in a green, hilly landscape this once industrial city has
developed into a cultural and educational centre with a large offering of museums,
concerts, theatres, and schools. Winterthur is located to the east of Zürich, close to
the airport, and is well connected to the region’s network of public transportation.
More information on Winterthur can be found at: www.winterthur-city.ch
Suzette Beck
