Jura House, Protected residential building in New City North, Bienne, Switzerland.
Jura House is a residential and commercial building in Biel's New City North area that combines housing with retail spaces on the ground level. The structure shows the mixed-use approach that was common in early twentieth-century urban development.
The building was constructed in 1930 during a period of urban renewal in Biel. Its creation reflected how architects of that time integrated residential and commercial functions into single structures.
The building stands in Biel's bilingual setting and reflects local construction traditions from the 1900s through its design. Its status as a protected cultural object shows how the city values its architectural past.
The building is located in the center of Biel's New City and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors can view the facade and layout from outside and explore the surrounding streets to understand the architecture within its neighborhood context.
The building appears on Biel's list of protected structures, yet many visitors do not realize it still functions as both a residence and commercial space today. This dual purpose makes it a living part of the neighborhood rather than simply a relic of the past.
Location: Bienne
Inception: 1930
Elevation above the sea: 434.9 m
Part of: list of cultural properties in Bienne (new town)
GPS coordinates: 47.14221,7.24897
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42
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