The Frame | Elevated Living Above Lake Zurich – Where Architecture Frames The Horizon

Short Introduction

A residence defined by perspective.

Set above Lake Zurich, The Frame combines contemporary architecture, generous proportions and exceptional views across the lake and towards the Alps. Expansive glazing and beautifully conceived outdoor spaces create a home where architecture, light and landscape become one.

Property Description

Set above Lake Zurich in Horgen, The Frame is an exceptional 5.5-room residence where contemporary architecture and an extraordinary panorama come together.

Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows frame unobstructed views across Lake Zurich, the Zurich basin and towards the Alps, allowing the surrounding landscape to become an integral part of the interior. The open-plan layout creates a remarkable sense of space, while seamless transitions between the living areas and generous terraces extend everyday life outdoors.

A carefully curated material and colour palette, bespoke joinery and custom-built cabinetry lend the residence a refined yet understated character. Private lift access directly into the apartment further enhances the sense of privacy and exclusivity.

The living and dining areas are designed around the views, creating an ever-changing backdrop throughout the day. Two generous terraces provide different perspectives and allow the outdoor spaces to be enjoyed from morning through evening. The floor plan further comprises three bedrooms, an additional office or guest room, dressing area and two bathrooms, combining representative living with the flexibility required for contemporary lifestyles.

Located in Horgen, The Frame offers the rare combination of privacy, panoramic surroundings and excellent connectivity – creating a sophisticated home above Lake Zurich for those who value architecture, space and perspective.

Location Description

Horgen is situated on the left shore of Lake Zurich, south of the city, combining an attractive lakeside setting with a remarkably well-developed local infrastructure. The municipality offers everything required for everyday life within easy reach, including a broad selection of shops and restaurants, schools and childcare facilities, healthcare services, sports and leisure amenities, as well as direct access to the lake.

One of Horgen’s particular strengths is its exceptional connectivity in all four directions. By car, both Seestrasse and the highway provide convenient connections north towards Zurich and south towards the Canton of Schwyz, with direct onward access towards the Alpine regions and Graubünden.

To the west, the route across the Hirzel provides a convenient connection to the Canton of Zug, placing Zug and its surrounding business region within easy reach. To the east, the Horgen–Meilen ferry provides a particularly attractive connection across Lake Zurich, reaching the right shore in approximately ten minutes. The ferry can be used both by car and on foot, making Meilen and the surrounding communities on Zurich’s Gold Coast easily accessible while turning the journey itself into a scenic crossing of the lake.

Public transport further enhances Horgen’s exceptional connectivity. The municipality benefits from two railway stations serving different regional connections. Horgen station provides convenient services along the left shore of Lake Zurich, with direct connections towards Zurich as well as the communities further south along the lake. Horgen Oberdorf, meanwhile, lies on the Zurich–Zug railway line and offers a direct connection to Zug in approximately 15 minutes, with only one intermediate stop in Baar. Together with the local bus network and the Horgen–Meilen ferry, which can also be used by pedestrians, this creates an unusually versatile transport network – connecting residents efficiently with Zurich, Zug, both shores of the lake and the wider region.

The result is a location that combines lake, nature and a comprehensive local infrastructure with exceptional connectivity – towards Zurich, Zug, both shores of Lake Zurich, the Canton of Schwyz and the Alpine regions beyond.