Villa Solbacken, Royal residence in Djurgården, Stockholm, Sweden
Villa Solbacken is a residence on Djurgården island in Stockholm with two floors, featuring multiple entertainment spaces on the ground level and four bedrooms upstairs. The building underwent major renovation work in 2014 to address structural issues and update its systems for residential use.
The building was designed in 1930 by architect Ragnar Hjorth and gained royal status when acquired by a member of the royal family in 1939. It remained a private royal residence used by the family across several decades.
The residence maintains Swedish architectural traditions while incorporating modern adaptations through its recent renovation to accommodate the current royal family's lifestyle.
The property sits on the green Djurgården island, easily reached from central Stockholm and surrounded by parks and walking paths. The area is quiet and wooded, making it a peaceful retreat within the city.
During renovation work, asbestos deposits were found throughout the building, requiring temporary relocation of residents. This discovery highlighted health concerns common in older Scandinavian buildings of that era.
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