Building Surveying and 3D Laser Scanning in Switzerland – VDE on the Road 2026

From small mountain communities to Switzerland’s major cities: VDE Villa Digital Engineering AG provides building surveys, 3D laser scanning, and digital as-built models throughout Switzerland.

The versatility of our work is evident not only in the buildings we survey but also in the locations we visit. Whether in the heart of Zurich, in a mountain village in Graubünden, in Eastern Switzerland, or in Central Switzerland: our surveying teams are on the job wherever precise digital data for existing buildings is needed. In 2026, we’ll once again be active in numerous Swiss municipalities. We support a wide variety of construction and planning projects—from surveying individual buildings to digitally capturing complex existing properties.

Wherever precise building data is needed

Every building survey presents its own challenges. No two buildings are exactly alike. A historic building in a village center poses different challenges than a modern commercial property. A multi-family residence requires different planning data than a complex industrial building. It is precisely this diversity that makes our work exciting.

Using state-of-the-art 3D laser scanning technology, we capture the existing building structure and use it to create precise digital as-built documentation.

Our services include:

• Building Surveying: Precise surveying of existing buildings for renovations, rehabilitations, and expansions.
• 3D laser scanning: Three-dimensional capture of existing building structures using laser scanners.
• 2D as-built drawings: Creation of floor plans, sections, and elevations.
• 3D As-Built Models: Digital modeling of the surveyed buildings.
• Scan-to-BIM: Creation of structured BIM as-built models from point clouds.
• Facade Surveying: Documentation of existing facades and their geometric properties.
• Terrain Surveying: Digital capture of terrain shapes and elevation relationships.

Depending on the project, we deliver the data in formats compatible with ArchiCAD, Revit, Vectorworks, and Allplan, among others, or as IFC, DWG, and point cloud files.

Our Areas of Operation – Building Surveying Throughout Switzerland

With offices in Chur, Baar, Männedorf, and St. Gallen, we are regionally based and operate throughout Switzerland. Our documented building surveys and laser scanning projects span from Graubünden through Eastern Switzerland and the greater Zurich area to Northwestern Switzerland, Central Switzerland, and Ticino.

Graubünden and the Graubünden Alps

In Graubünden, building surveys and 3D laser scanning are part of our daily business.

Locations where we have conducted projects include Chur, Davos, Davos Dorf, Davos Glaris, Davos Platz, Davos Wiesen, Domat/Ems, Flims, Laax, Falera, Klosters, Lenzerheide, Valbella, Vaz/Obervaz, Thusis, Trimmis, Untervaz, Igis, Tamins, Rhäzüns, Andeer, Bergün/Bravuogn, Filisur, Surses, Samnaun, Saas in Prättigau, Seewis in Prättigau, Sagogn, Masein, Maladers, Praden, Says, Sarn, St. Peter, Cumbel, Morissen, Vella, Valendas, Breil/Brigels, Obersaxen Mundaun, Trun, Zuoz, Müstair, and Feldis.

Whether in an alpine resort, a historic village center, or an urban setting: We survey existing buildings and create digital foundations for further planning.

Zurich and the Surrounding Area

Our surveying teams are also active in numerous locations throughout the canton of Zurich.

Locations we’ve documented include Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Dübendorf, Kloten, Bülach, Regensdorf, Adlikon near Regensdorf, Adliswil, Affoltern am Albis, Dietikon, Schlieren, Zollikon, Zollikerberg, Küsnacht, Meilen, Männedorf, Stäfa, Horgen, Thalwil, Rüschlikon, Kilchberg, Wädenswil, Richterswil, Wetzikon, Hinwil, Pfäffikon ZH, Bäretswil, Fehraltorf, Dielsdorf, Niederglatt, Oberglatt, Glattfelden, Bassersdorf, Nürensdorf, Maur, Pfaffhausen, Schwerzenbach, Illnau-Effretikon, and numerous other municipalities.

We support architects, planners, and building owners in creating digital as-built plans for renovations, refurbishments, and new construction projects involving existing buildings.

Eastern Switzerland and the Lake Constance Region

From St. Gallen to Lake Constance and throughout Thurgau, we are active in a variety of surveying projects.

Our documented locations include, among others, St. Gallen, Rorschach, Wil SG, Frauenfeld, Kreuzlingen, Amriswil, Bischofszell, Sirnach, Matzingen, Aadorf, Affeltrangen, Eschlikon, Bütschwil, Degersheim, Niederuzwil, Oberuzwil, Appenzell, Bühler, Grub, Thal, Staad, Stachen, Bottighofen, Gottlieben, and Stein am Rhein.

With our digital building surveys, we provide the foundation for reliable and efficient further processing in architectural and specialized planning.

Aargau, Basel, and Northwestern Switzerland

VDE also provides building surveys and laser scanning services in northwestern Switzerland.

Our documented project locations include Basel, Aarau, Baden, Wettingen, Lenzburg, Windisch, Wohlen, Bremgarten, Rheinfelden, Laufenburg, Klingnau, Bad Zurzach, Obersiggenthal, Ennetbaden, Endingen, Böttstein, Densbüren, Egliswil, Gränichen, Oberkulm, Rupperswil, Suhr, Spreitenbach, Berikon, Remetschwil, Aarburg, Olten, Solothurn, Arlesheim, and Läufelfingen.

Our digital as-built models provide a reliable foundation for planning existing properties.

Central Switzerland, Bern, and Ticino

We also operate throughout Switzerland, even beyond our immediate regional locations.

This includes documented projects in Lucerne, Zug, Baar, Cham, Hünenberg, Unterägeri, Allenwinden, Meggen, Adligenswil, Sempach, Schenkon, Willisau, Stans, Brunnen, Einsiedeln, Schindellegi, Feusisberg, Freienbach, Pfäffikon SZ, Wollerau, Lachen, Bern, Köniz, Burgdorf, Biel/Bienne, Aarberg, Ascona, Cadenazzo, Caslano, Chiasso, Lavertezzo, Melide, and Tenero-Contra.

We also offer professional building surveying and digital as-built modeling for projects outside major metropolitan areas.

Why Professional Building Surveying Is Essential

In the case of renovations and retrofits, existing plans are often incomplete or no longer reflect the actual condition of a building. A precise building survey provides clarity. 3D laser scanning digitally captures the existing building structure. The necessary planning documents can then be created from the captured point clouds.

This provides architects, engineers, and building owners with a reliable foundation for their future decisions. Our experience across various regions and building types helps us tailor our approach to the specific requirements of each project.

Frequently Asked Questions About Building Surveying

Where does VDE offer building surveying services?

VDE Villa Digital Engineering AG offers building surveying and 3D laser scanning throughout Switzerland. Our service area includes, among others, Graubünden, Zurich, Eastern Switzerland, Aargau, Basel, Central Switzerland, Bern, and Ticino.

Does VDE also perform 3D laser scanning in smaller communities?

Yes. In addition to larger cities, VDE also operates in smaller municipalities, rural regions, and Alpine villages.

What services does VDE offer for building surveys?

VDE offers 3D laser scanning, building surveying, 2D as-built plans, 3D as-built models, scan-to-BIM, as well as facade and site surveying.

Can VDE create as-built plans for ArchiCAD, Revit, or Vectorworks?

Yes. VDE creates digital as-built documentation and building models for various CAD and BIM systems, including ArchiCAD, Revit, Vectorworks, and Allplan.

Is 3D laser scanning suitable for renovations and retrofits?

Yes. 3D laser scanning allows for the precise documentation of a building’s current condition. The as-built plans and models created from this data serve as the basis for renovations, refurbishments, expansions, and other planning tasks.

Does VDE also operate outside of Graubünden?

Yes. VDE operates throughout Switzerland and has a track record of building surveys and laser scanning projects in numerous regions of the country.

Your Partner for Building Surveying and 3D Laser Scanning

Are you planning a renovation or remodeling project, or do you need up-to-date as-built plans for an existing building? VDE Villa Digital Engineering AG supports you with modern surveying technology, precise building surveys, and digital as-built models.

Our locations: Chur · Baar · Männedorf · St. Gallen

Our service area: Throughout Switzerland

Our services: Building surveying · 3D laser scanning · 2D as-built plans · 3D building models · Scan-to-BIM

VDE Villa Digital Engineering AG – measurably different.

Submit a non-binding request for your building survey today.