Various Architects AS

Various architects were commissioned to deliver the detailed design, landscape design, and building permit applications for the Midtåsen Housing Project, located in the Nordstrand area of Oslo, Norway. The project consists of eight single-family houses, each with an approximate gross area of 300 m², in addition to underground parking garage.

Each residence benefits from exceptional views of the Oslo Fjord. To maximize these views, the living areas on the upper floors are designed with large, floor-to-ceiling glazed windows. The structural design presented particular challenges, especially at the corners, where extensive glazing required solutions without conventional corner columns.

The bedrooms are located on the first floor, ensuring a high level of privacy. Due to the site’s steep topography, the ground floor is constructed in reinforced concrete, providing stability and durability. The two upper floors are detailed with wooden cladding arranged in both horizontal and vertical directions, reinforcing the architectural concept and material expression.

Each house features a generous roof terrace with panoramic fjord views, complemented by private outdoor gardens at ground level. Together, these elements provide each residence with extensive and high-quality outdoor living spaces.