Jonsvollskvartalet, Commercial building in Bergen, Norway
Jonsvollskvartalet is a ten-story office building in Bergen featuring a glass facade combined with wooden details that reflect Norwegian coastal design. It contains around 700 workspaces, an auditorium, and a cafeteria serving the people inside.
The site once held wooden buildings from the 1700s that were demolished in 2007 to make way for this modern structure. Local people opposed the removal, which marked a major shift in the neighborhood during the early 2000s.
The name comes from an old monastery that once stood here, connecting this modern space to the area's religious past. This link between old and new shapes how locals think about the place today.
The building is easy to navigate with multiple entrances and clear pathways for visitors exploring the public areas inside. Elevators connect the floors, making it straightforward to move through the different levels.
A striking feature is the central atrium with dynamic lighting that shifts based on weather conditions and connects the interior spaces. This thoughtful design creates a changing atmosphere that mirrors the rhythms of daily light and seasons.
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