Phase one of Lyngen Aurora Resort is now complete. Located at 70° north in Tromsø, Norway, this marks Various Architects’ northernmost project to date.

Set within a dramatic Arctic landscape, Lyngen Aurora Resort is envisioned as a distinctive destination in Northern Norway—defined by its striking natural beauty and seasonal variation. The design approach prioritizes preservation of the surrounding terrain while offering a carefully curated guest experience rooted in nature.

The cabins are positioned to engage with light and views throughout the year—opening towards the midnight sun in summer and the northern lights during autumn and winter. The aim is to offer a calm and immersive experience, where architecture supports a close and uninterrupted connection to nature.

We are pleased to announce the opening of the new Evidensia Veterinary Hospital in Oslo. Various Architects was commissioned for the detail design phase and planning approval, marking our first veterinary hospital project.

The new veterinary hospital marks a shift toward hospital-grade infrastructure for veterinary care. Including 3000 square meters over three floors, this facility is one of Europe’s most modern, designed to support a 24/7 operational workflow for 96 staff members and top-tier specialists.

The architecture integrates high-tech diagnostic zones and specialized surgical suites within a layout optimized for both emergency response and long-term recovery. As a national spearhead for animal health, the building blends clinical precision with the high-capacity demands of a modern urban medical center.

 

 

 

Various Architects are happy to be selected as one of five Norwegian architecture offices and published in a book «HIGH ON…SCANDINAVIAN ARCHITECTS» curated by Tanja Schmelzer. The book presents our three projects –  Lillestrøm bicycle hotel, transformation of Lokomotivstallen in Oslo and the mobile Performance Venue!

Situated in Svartskog and surrounded by dense nature, Fram House opens up to the Oslo Fjord to the west. This project seamlessly integrates sustainable principles with thorough design, utilizing timber as the primary structural component and incorporating innovative insulation materials. Together, these elements create a high-performance building perfectly adapted to the demanding Norwegian climate.

Swiss Pearl magazine published Villa Faun project and are using our project as one of the main references for their products. We are very happy with choosing Swiss Pearl as facade material. Our project has inspired the neighbour house to use the same material.

Various Architects partners Alexander Berg and Ibrahim Elhayawan have started development business, which is based on buying, renovating and selling old apartments in down town of Oslo.

Our concept is focused on creating harmony between old and modern designs. We also focus on creating quality solutions with affordable prices. We are learning a lot from these development projects. They give better understanding and dialogue with investors who share our philosophy.

These development projects have had great success. They give us a great deal of satisfaction as they have positive contribution to the society.

 

Building application approved for E 138 housing project. There has been minor design modifications including transforming roof type for the front building to flat roof, which creates a roof terrace, and increase the out door areas for the project. This change also creates optimal view towards Oslo fjord for building behind.

Various architects have currently eight projects under construction!

In the borough of Nordstrand with a nice view of Oslofjord are situated our projects Ekeberg Terrace, Solveien 52A/B, Midttuveien and Linbäck housing projects. The next Huk Aveny Housing project in a building process has its address on Bygdøy. And in Holmen neighbourhood of Oslo you can find our next housing project Øvre Smestad Tun.

Moreover, our transformation projects are also ongoing the construction process! Such as the loft conversion at Kirkeveien, Oslo. In Majorstuen is situated our exciting transformation of the building at Munthes gate.

The construction of Taipei Performing Arts Center continues. These images, taken by Kevin Mak (OMA), during site visit by Managing Partner-Architect of OMA, David Gianotten. The images show great development on the construction site. Various Architects partner, Ibrahim Elhayawan was the project leader for OMA team through Preliminary Services phase, schematic design phase, working closely with OMA partners in charge, Rem Koolhas and David Gianotten.

We look forward to the completion of the whole project next year.

Our housing project in Larvik city, in the south of Norway, is near completion. Various Architects was commissioned the project when client saw our Larvik school project in the announcement for the neighbourhood.

We a really excited about this project and can´t wait to see if completed.

 

Hurum Farm House completed this year. The building sits really well in the landscape as the placement was designed on site. The living areas have a peaceful panoramic view over the Norwegian green fields.

The design process was a collaboration with the client, Terje Wiggo Nielsen, who made early sketches of the house with a vision to create flexible, modern farm house that combines living and working spaces.