Observed Signal · Sep 1, 2026 · Partnership · Source: persoenlich.com News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Jeff Zurich Wins Swiss Pavilion Pitch for Expo 2027
The Swiss creative agency Jeff Zurich has won a pitch to design the scenography, visitor experience, and visual identity of the Swiss Pavilion at the Expo 2027 in Belgrade. The agency was selected by Präsenz Schweiz, the communication unit of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (EDA). The expo, themed 'Play for Humanity: sport and music for all', is scheduled to take place from May 15 to August 15, 2027, expecting over 130 participating countries and around four million visitors. Jeff's concept frames Switzerland's tradition of dialogue as a collaborative game, turning the pavilion into a 'playground of dialogue'. The pavilion occupies 648 square meters within a shared hall. The agency's team leads the project with creative direction from Stefan Huggenberger and Cécile Kühn.
Agency win for the Swiss Pavilion at Expo 2027; relevant to marketing and advertising but not a major technology, policy, or market-shifting event.
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- Jeff Zurich won the pitch to design the Swiss Pavilion at Expo 2027 in Belgrade.
- The client is Präsenz Schweiz, a unit of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (EDA).
- The Expo 2027 will run from May 15 to August 15, 2027, under the theme 'Play for Humanity: sport and music for all'.
- More than 130 countries and approximately four million visitors are expected.
- The Swiss Pavilion will cover 648 square meters; Jeff's concept transforms it into a 'playground of dialogue'.
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