link arkitektur completes the norwegian school of economics

link arkitektur completes the norwegian school of economics
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surrounded by rocky boulders on the shores of bergen city, ‘the norwegian school of economics’ by local studio link arkitektur has been designed around the notion of a hidden gem. complex planning restrictions meant the building needed to be as compact and low as possible – a protected high-rise on the site prohibited any new development from either competing visually, or disturbing set views. glass facades were used to reflect the surrounding landscape, forming an ever-changing exterior surface. behaving as a large canvas, the varying rhythm of the panels seeks to express and emphasize certain aspects of the site. following a compact and logical layout, link arkitektur also worked on the interior, incorporating colorful, geometric furniture throughout. a core of large lecture halls with study areas placed around them are orientated towards incoming daylight, ensuring multiple outside views for the students. the project was completed in collaboration with sweco engineers and smedsvig landskapsarkitekter, with the overall scheme focusing on flexibility and environmental solutions.

the glass panels reflect the existing protected building onto its exterior
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interior view of the main atrium space
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the building has a logical and compact layout
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the new school for economics gathers staff and students onto one site
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bold, colorful furniture was applied throughout
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view of the auditorium
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study areas are organized around the edge of the building to ensure high levels of natural light
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view of a circulation route
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environmental solutions were applied to the new school building
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view of an informal break out space
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project info:

area: 13.000 m2

status: built
finished: 2013

received: honorable mention in bregen municipalities architecture and town price
design: link arkitektur

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