21/04/2025
In collaboration with and , we recently unveiled our proposal for a housing development project on the former school site in Otta.
Our design prioritizes quality of life, flexible usage, environmental solutions, and flood management. Additionally, we emphasize affordability and local identity, addressing common challenges faced by many small towns in rural Norway.
As the building industry becomes more streamlined, many housing developments are increasingly generic, lacking connections to local history and culture. Drawing inspiration from traditional local architecture, our project aims to be modern and environmentally friendly while remaining deeply rooted in Otta's heritage through its scale, form, material usage, and ornamental detailing.
Also on our team:
Tonje Trulsrud Healey-Brudal
Professor Svein Åge Johnsen
The project was part of a parallel design process including:
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