Kiruna Former City Hall

The circular town hall features stacks of golden cubes surrounding a central ring of offices, with the original clock tower relocated beside the structure.

Built in 1963 by architect Artur von Schmalensee, the former city hall received the Kasper Salin Prize in 1964 for its architectural excellence.

The administrative center incorporates preserved elements from the original building, including wooden door handles and the clock tower, maintaining connections to local heritage.

Located three kilometers from the original site, the new town hall forms part of a major relocation project necessitated by mining-related ground instability.

The structure contains a public gallery showcasing contemporary Arctic art and includes a restaurant that allows residents to access most areas of the building.

Location: Kiruna Municipality

Inception: 1963

Architects: Artur von Schmalensee

GPS coordinates: 67.85256,20.22233

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:54