Jørn Utzon, 1961, Helsingør, Denmark. “Like flowers on the branch of cherry tree, each turning toward the sun.” – Jørn Utzon Representing Nordic Architecture The Kingohusene are representing Nordic architecture by reflecting the Nordic culture. The houses are a celebration of light and openness to nature, but at the same time provides privacy and integrity. […]
Bengt Warne, 1976, Saltsjöbaden, Sweden. A house that can take care of the force of nature to become self-sufficient. Creating an ecosystem Food grows on the roof Water is collected Air is circulating “Nordic Architecture” The fact that Warne is designing this building with ecology in focus does not come as a chock, since it […]
Alvar and Aino Aalto, 1935-36, Munkkiniemi, Finland. “Alvar and Aino Aalto worked as a team, charming people with their personalities. Architecture was life for the Aaltos, it was the essence of who they were.” Today, the Aalto couple is seen as pioneers in the area of architecture and design. In their private home and atelier […]
Kaija & Heikki Sirén, 1963-65, Tapiola – Espoo, Finland. They stand there earnestly, among the treetops. Like spaceships that landed a long time ago. And decided to stay. A representation of international ideas translated into a Finnish expression of rationality, materiality and integrity. The project is a minimalist and mysterious work which have stood the test of […]