Züri Notebook
The Züri Notebook is much more than an ordinary travel guide. It is designed for incoming students at the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) who are spending an exchange semester in Switzerland – serving as an inspiring guide, a heartfelt companion, and a creative resource.
How does Zurich work? What is there to see, experience, discover? From swimming in the Limmat or Lake Zurich, to hiking trails with breathtaking views, to clubs, art supply shops, and other hidden gems of the city – the Züri Notebook provides answers. It includes facts and figures about Switzerland, its culture, and the ZHdK, complemented by personal tips and recommendations. Recipes for Swiss classics like rösti, fondue and braided bread (Zopf) invite readers to cook for themselves, and a small glossary compares German, English, and Züritüütsch (Zurich dialect).
The book is enriched with personal “places to hang out” – our favourite spots and insider tips. Structured as a dialogue, the notebook features handwritten notes, drawings, and crossed-out comments left by the fictional previous owner, Max, addressed to Sophie, the new owner of the Züri Notebook. Combined with the Executive typeface by Optimo, this charming and personal narrative style lends the book a special depth.
