Lille Tøyen hageby

Lille Tøyen hageby is a residential garden city in Oslo composed of wooden houses arranged in rows with private gardens and interconnected walkways. The layout integrates individual home gardens with shared green spaces that shape the character of the entire neighborhood.

This garden city was designed in 1919 by architect Magnus Poulsson as a new approach to residential living in Oslo. The development emerged from a vision of combining modern housing with garden spaces for families.

The neighborhood layout reflects Norwegian architectural traditions by integrating natural elements with residential structures in a community-focused design.

This is a quiet residential neighborhood best explored on foot to appreciate the house designs and garden spaces. Access to the area is open, though visitors should respect the private gardens and homes of residents.

The original design drawings by Magnus Poulsson, created with ink and colored pencil on transparent paper, are preserved at the Norwegian Museum of Architecture. These drawings reveal the careful planning and hand-crafted approach that shaped this pioneering residential community.

Location: Oslo Municipality

Architects: Magnus Poulsson

GPS coordinates: 59.92058,10.78531

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22