Category: Urbanism

Housing 
Fredrikstad

Surface: 640sqm
Status: Ongoing

In dialogue with the surrounding buildings, the new apartment building at Utsikten is a modern reinterpretation of the nearby 1970s student dormitories. 

Situated on a steep and exposed rocky outcrop, the building stands on a solid concrete base adapted to the topography. The timber structure extends outwards with large balconies and wide roof overhangs. The visible beams in the roof, the materiality and the proportions of the building help to read the structure and give the building a Japanese look.

There will be a unique and open view of Glomma, Gamlebyen, Fredrikstad Bridge and the sea from every apartment on the building's three floors.

Housing 
Fredrikstad

Størrelse: 410 kvm
Status: Ongoing

Valhalsgate 15 er et moderne boligprosjekt bestående av tre leiligheter, plassert på naturtomt med fallende terreng. Eiendommen tilbyr enestående utsikt mot Fredrikstad sentrum og elvemunningen.

Boligprosjektet er utformet for å passe inn i det etablerte bomiljøet, som er preget av en blanding av leilighetsbygg, rekkehus, tomannsboliger og eneboliger.

Arkitekturen er preget av myke linjer og en minimalistisk stil, flatt tak og stedstilpasset materialbruk som harmonerer med områdets nyere bebyggelse.

Terrengtilpasningen er en viktig del av prosjektet, der bygget følger det naturlige landskapet og føyer seg inn i omgivelsene. Bruken av mur i fundamentet og treverk i fasaden knytter bygget til den lokale byggestilen i Valhalls gate.

Bygningen er trukket noe tilbake fra gaten, i tråd med linjeføringen i nabolaget, og den nedtrappede formen gir bygget en naturlig overgang fra gateplan til tomtens nedre nivåer.

Housing 
Fredrikstad

Surface: 520sqm
Status: Ongoing

Two new detached houses are being developed in a well-established residential area close to the city centre. The buildings have a footprint and volume that harmonise with the existing buildings and offer a modern interpretation of traditional elements.

The houses are built around a stone ring wall, with the façade characterised by readable cornices and corner tables, and the windows arranged in a traditional rhythm. 

The detached houses are on three floors and have a loft living room, three bedrooms and a large balcony overlooking the town centre. The houses are sunny and have fantastic views of surrounding areas and the town centre.

Housing 
Fredrikstad

Surface: 10 700sqm
Status: Ongoing

A new housing development in an established residential area, on a site that was originally a farm dating from the late 1800s. The project includes modern semi-detached houses in courtyards with references to farm courtyards and ecogrids.

The large communal plot is ideal for country living, with a garden and space for cultivation and other outdoor activities.

300 Housing 
Fredrikstad

Areal: 25 000 m²
Status: Unbuilt

The development area is located between the river and the existing housing estate of Gressvik Floa. The area has been used by the boating industry and has a lot of asphalt and impervious surfaces. The area has great potential to become a unique and prosperous river district. The change from an industrial to a residential area is an opportunity to reintroduce biodiversity and return the waterfront to public space.

Parts of the project are in the area to be considered for the cultural environment. The structure and architecture of the project therefore adapted to the existing buildings. The lines of sight from the residential area are considered in the layout and form large openings through the site. The buildings slopes towards the existing houses and the main farm of Gressvik to open the view even more.

Pleasant and attractive neighborhoods are created with a close-to-Nature living environment and informal meeting places. The river frontage connects the service areas along the river, from the harbor, the neighborhood playground and a café at the ferry landing, revitalizing it and making it accessible to all. The project restores biodiversity and greenery to the neighborhood. This allows for a good quality of life and the possibility of various outdoor activities.

The buildings are mainly oriented in a north-south direction. This allows sunlight to penetrate in the common and private outdoor areas throughout the day. Moreover, it is effective orientation for natural ventilation, and stretch the West and East, increasing the exposed facades toward the view. The terraces and balconies are ideally exposed to the river or the setting sun.

130 Housing 
Fredrikstad

Surface: 13 000 m²
Status: Ongoing

In this parallel assignment, Line Solgaard Arkitekter was chosen as the architect for the development of the Stjernehall site in Fredrikstad. The winning project was developed in collaboration with Studio Sted, NaturRestauering, Erichsen & Horgen and urban development and social scientist Erling Dokk Holm.

Nature and neighbourhood are the main features of this housing development. The existing greenway leading to the forest is preserved and reaffirms a need for continuity, both in use, so as not to disrupt the habits of the community, and physically, linking the project to the city and the forest on its outskirts. The greenway provides access to the different areas of the neighbourhood, dwells playgrounds, greenhouses, outdoor sport equipments, and gives a close proximity to greenery for every home, but also helps with rainwater management thanks to rain beds.

The dwellings are organized around three courtyards. A variety of house types and sizes ensures a dynamic neighbourhood, granting housing accessibility to a broad range of family types and promoting social diversity. Each building has an entrance from the common space of the courtyard, assuring spontaneous social interactions to help prevent social isolation. In addition, each home has access to private gardens or well-exposed terrasses. This project seeks to improve neighbour relationships by creating a sustainable way of living and sense of community.

Housing
Fredrikstad

Surface: 57 500 m²
Parallel assignment, Unbuilt

FMV West will be transformed from ship dock and industry to city life. There are many opportunities here and the area will be developed over many years to come.