My name is Philipp Arnold, I am originally from Lucerne and since 1st January 2020 I have headed up the Mixed-Use Site Management Zurich division. Our office is very close by, at Maschinenstrasse 11. My predecessor, Thomas Hinderling, remains at Wincasa, now as the head of Mixed-Use Site Management Switzerland. I have spent the last five years at Wincasa, in charge of various shopping centres.

Isn’t it exciting how much Zurich-West has developed? Hardly any other district in Zurich brings together such fantastic art and culture, shopping & entertainment opportunities. Alongside that, the area has transformed into a popular business district. In Prime Tower, too, the demand for available office space is as high as ever. This prestigious building with its extraordinary architecture and modern infrastructure appeals to many businesses. Its central location directly near the new Hardbrücke station, its proximity to the Limmat and its creative surroundings with countless local amenities puts Prime Tower high up on the scale of desirability. Our longstanding tenants are the best proof that these factors really do make for a good working environment. We are all the more pleased that the majority of our tenants have extended their contracts and continue to remain loyal to Prime Tower.

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Welcome back espresso: The Bar Hotel Rivington & Sons is offering all employees at Prime Tower in the week of the 6th to 10th July 2020 the first espresso on the house.

Rafael Ferreira (29) grew up in Santo Tirso, a small town near Porto in Portugal. After training at a tourism college, he became dissatisfied with his situation and decided to pursue a change of scene. One morning he opened a newspaper and saw an advert for a job in an ice cream parlour in Wolfsburg (Germany). He rang up, got the job and was soon on his way. At that point he was only just 18 and had no knowledge of either German or English. Thus, began his journey through a wide range of professional roles within the hotel and restaurant scene in a variety of European countries. He has worked, amongst others, as a dishwasher in Arosa, in 5-star hotels in Austria and behind the bar at the Fischstube in Zurich, he has experienced highs and lows and has learned plenty about humankind along the way. Since August 2019 he has been deputy Managing Director and Bar Manager at Rivington & Sons.

1. Rafael, what do you like best about life in Zurich?
   For me personally, Zurich is one of the best cities in the world. You can meet people from all over the world here, we have clean lakes and streets and the public transport is unbeatable. Whatever time of day or night it is, you’ll always have a great connection. And then, of course, I have the good fortune of working in a really well organised company and in my free time there are so many wonderful bars and restaurants to discover.
   
   
2. How much has your life changed since you left Santo Tirso?
   It has changed 100 percent. I have learned a lot from each country that I have worked in. About people, about life. There have been good times and bad times. Of course, I sometimes miss my home town, the sea and the culture, but at the same time I am very happy to live and work in Switzerland. There are so many opportunities here to grow and develop as a person, I really treasure that.
   
   
3. What do you do at Rivington & Sons?
   I am deputy Managing Director and Bar Manager, and all-round team motivator. We give our best every day, greet the guests with a smile and pamper them with speciality coffees and delicious drinks. I am responsible for orders and incoming goods, checking e-mails, creating new menus with the team and much more besides. For me it feels more like fun than work. There’s great music playing in the background all day, the atmosphere is fantastic, what more could you want?
   
   
4. What’s the best thing about working in the Prime Tower?
   That I get to work in the biggest, most beautiful building in Zurich. We meet people from all over the world. Every day is different, new faces, new stories – it’s never dull.
   
   
5. And what do you love most about your job?
   I am really proud to work for Rivington & Sons. For me it’s one of the loveliest bars in Zurich. The atmosphere at work is very close-knit and respectful. We are all equally important, and there is no hierarchy here like I have experienced in other companies. And of course, we have the best and friendliest guests. Above all, I really like the people who work in Prime Tower. Some come by every day and it becomes a kind of friendship.
   
   
6. You are famous for your innovative coffee and cocktail creations. Where does your passion for good drinks come from?
   My passion for food and drink began when I was ten or twelve years old. I often went with my grandfather into the fields and helped my mother in the kitchen. For me it was clear early on that I wanted to go into the food and drink industry.
   
   
7. What should we be drinking this summer? Is there a Rivington Summer Special?
   We have taken a lot of care over creating a seasonal menu with light summer drinks, so really your best bet is to try them all (laughs). I’m convinced that people are going to love our drinks. I can recommend the Campo Cocktail with gin, raspberry syrup, lime juice, rosewater, peppermint, cherry liqueur and egg whites.
   
   
8. During lockdown, Rivington & Sons has been offering a take-away service since mid-May. What was the most difficult thing during this time?
   The hardest thing was to adapt to the new rules and regulations every day and to react accordingly. But we stayed optimistic and made the best of the situation. Right now we are open from Monday to Friday from morning till evening and we are so excited to see you all again!

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End lockdown for your muscles and fix a date for your free introductory training session. If you complete your subscription before 31st July 2020, you’ll enjoy double the benefits: as well as a CHF 100 discount you’ll receive an exclusive satisfaction guarantee in the first month*.

Kieser Training is an international brand which has specialised in health-oriented strength training for over 50 years and offers a targeted programme for strengthening the muscles. After a lengthy period working from home, you may have begun to notice your neck and back more than you would like. With the computerassisted back machine you can do something about it with a personalised training programme.

At Kieser Training, safety is our number one priority – in every respect. Health-oriented means that your health is paramount. Before, during and after training. That’s why Kieser Training does everything possible to make sure that you can concentrate on your training in a safe environment. For many years the hygiene plan has ensured high quality standards in every Kieser Training Studio. Building on this, they have developed an extended safety concept in accordance with the current government regulations.

Overview of Services:

• 3 accompanied introductory sessions including extensive consultation
• Medical training consultation
• Back analysis
• Independent training
• 1-on-1 accompanied back training designed to build up and maintain the back extensor muscles
• Personal training on your 10th session
• Personal training every 20th session

You can book your free introductory session over the phone, or you can book online at kieser-training.ch.

Kieser Training Zurich-Prime-Tower, Hardstrasse 223, 8005 Zurich, +41 44 446 80 90

*Valid on subscription at the Studio in Zurich Prime Tower until 31/07/2020. The satisfaction guarantee entitles the customer to withdraw from the contract within 30 days of the initial subscription date. In this case, proportional contributions as well as the entry fee will be settled up to the date of termination.

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