The Vitra Campus Turns Design Into a Destination

The Vitra Design Museum, near Basel, has become a landmark for design lovers, its campus dotted with buildings by some of the most celebrated architects of the modern era.

Founded around the furniture company Vitra, the site pairs exhibitions on design history with striking architecture, drawing visitors from across Europe.

The campus reflects a Swiss and regional commitment to design as both industry and culture, blending manufacturing with public engagement.

For Swiss living, Vitra shows how the country’s border regions have turned design into a draw that extends well beyond function.