Kalmarhuset, Modernist building in Bergen, Norway
Kalmarhuset is an office and storage building in Bergen designed in 1936 following modernist principles. The facade displays characteristic features of this era: large windows, clean lines, and a functional concrete structure without ornamental elements.
The building was completed in 1936 by architect Leif Grung during Norway's shift toward modernist design principles. It originally served as administrative and storage space at a time when Bergen was reshaping its urban infrastructure.
The building represents a departure from traditional Norwegian architecture, introducing international design principles to Bergen's urban landscape.
The building is located at Jon Smørs gate 11 and retains its original use. The concrete construction has proven durable and low-maintenance over the decades.
The building's architect used his professional connections during World War II to create escape routes for people fleeing to Great Britain. This hidden wartime activity is part of local history but often goes unnoticed.
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