Kalmar gamla vattentorn, Former water tower in Kvarnholmen, Sweden
Kalmar gamla vattentorn is a former water reservoir in Kvarnholmen that now contains 15 residential floors and rises 65 meters high. The building includes an elevator and modern conveniences such as communal laundry and a waste sorting system for residents.
The structure was designed by architect Hans Hedlund and supplied water from 1900 until 1972 using wells in Skälby and Nybro-åsen. After its water supply role ended, it was converted to residential use in 1984.
The residential units inside show how Kalmar transformed industrial spaces into homes during the 1980s. This conversion shaped how the neighborhood looks and functions today.
The building is easily accessible with a functioning elevator for all 15 floors. Keep in mind that this is a residential building and private spaces should be respected.
Rent in this building typically includes utilities, with each apartment having its own meter for hot water and electricity use. This system lets residents track and pay for their individual consumption.
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