Various Architects are working on a family housing project for Midgard Eiendom. The assigned plot has a great location on Bygdøy in Oslo.
The design has area-efficient and smart solutions, which are characteristic for floor plans. The housing is adapted to modern and functional lifestyle and at the same time fits to its beautiful surroundings. It consists of five two-storey housing units with sloped roof. Houses are situated in order to reach the best possible sunlight, view and privacy. The parking in underground. Each house has private rooftop terrace and its own garden.
Various Architects has been commissioned to design a housing complex in site at the south hill side in Oslo, Norway. The site is characterized with a steep slope and has a direct view towards Oslo fjord.
The design concept is to split the project into two separate volumes to reduce the scale of the project and to fit in the context within the building regulations. Each volume has been further scaled down by shifting half of it to allow openings for views and natural light from all directions. One volume consists of three apartments, while the other volume consists of an apartment on the top floor and a duplex on the lower two floors.
The volumes are placed on the site utilizing the the slope of the terrain, allowing maximum views towards the fjord and creating a sheltered common outdoor space for the users. Each apartment has a separate outdoor area in addition.
The interior of the apartments are playful, functional and all different. Wet rooms and kitchens are however located on top of each other as far as possible for a more sustainable project.
Various architects were commissioned by Midgard Eiendom to design a family housing complex situated in central area Holmen in Oslo.
The project consists of eight housing units with wooden facades. The concept was to create spacious common area in the middle of the site, yet each house has its own identity and private garden with roof terrace.
Various Architects is commission do design the refurbishment of a historical apartments building in the center of Oslo, Norway. The building, from the 19th century is well preserved and has undergone a successful renovation of the facades.
The project consists of renovation of the top 2 floors including the attic, to create 10 new appartments. Our design concept focuses on maximum utility of the existing space and creating apartment with unique qualities highlighting the historical value of the building. Instead of creating separate apartments on each floor we designed duplex apartments to minimise egress corridors and to create a flow between the spaces on different floors. In addition we lifted parts of the roof to allow for natural day lighting to flow through the higher living spaces.
Various Architects were commissioned design a modern spacious winter cabin in Kvitfjell, Norway.
The site is situated next to a ski slope with an amazing panoramic view. The shape of the cabin offers two expressions. From the side of road as close, private, with functions as storage for skis and garage. On the other side, cabin is opening towards the view with curved glass wall. The entrance hall has low ceiling, yet as we continue further to main living area, it suddenly changes to spacious open space. The feeling is enhanced by a beautiful view in front of us framed by the cabins glass curved wall along the entire inner fasade.
The concept is to create a flow and connection between defined spaces. Each of the space enjoy day light and great view with a sense of enclosure. The floor plan is divided to common social part, guest and private part. The heart of the cabin is dinning and lounge area with a big fireplace. The private bedroom area is located close to the entrance to avoid cross circulation. The cabin includes exterior jacuzzi with sauna and gym in the basement.
Various Architects are working on two loft renovations at neobaroque building in Lindern area of Oslo.
The original roof is preserved with addition of roof windows according to regulations. The interior of the two duplex loft apartments will have a modern look with a simple detailing and unique spatial solutions.
Various Architects were commissioned to design two new family houses in Nordstrand district of Oslo. The plot is characterised by it´s steep slope with amazing views on Oslo fjord. Thorough studies allowed us to reach the optimum placement to the houses on the landscape.
The houses share the same design concept, yet each house has it´s own characteristics according to it´s position on the terrain. The base is solid, concrete while the second floor is light, wooden structure with a spacious terraces, directly connected to the terrain. Larger windows are oriented towards the view. Parking is solved by a separate underground garage for every house.
The design of houses can be adjusted in few variations. The living areas are placed on the first floor, while private and bedrooms are placed on the second floor. The flexibility of the design allows placing the living areas on the top floor to enjoy the amazing views of Oslo fjord.