I'm totally awed by the design of the Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion
observation platform (and would hate to be the contractor tasked with building
this thing). The 90-square-meter structure was designed by Oslo-based
landscape, interior and architectural design firm Snohetta, which also has a
branch in NYC.
> The Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion is located at Hjerkinn on the
outskirts of Dovrefjell National Park, overlooking the Snøhetta mountain
massif. The 90m2 building is open to the public and serves as an observation
pavilion for the Wild Reindeer Foundation educational programmes. A 1,5km
nature path brings visitors to this spectacular site, 1200 meters above sea
level....
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> ...The building design is based on a rigid outer shell and an organic inner
core. The south facing exterior wall and the interior create a protected and
warm gathering place, while still preserving the visitor's view of the
spectacular panorama
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> Considerable emphasis is put on the quality and durability of the materials
to withstand the harsh climate. The rectangular frame is made in raw steel
resembling the iron found in the local bedrock. The simple form and use of
natural materials reference local building traditions. However, advanced
technologies have been ...
