Article source: Jarmund / Vigsnæs Architects

The Norwegian Public Roads Administration has been commissioned by the Norwegian Parliament and Government to develop the National Tourist Routes, consisting of 18 selected stretches of road passing through Norway’s beautiful and varied landscape. The objective is to turn Norway into a more attractive destination for tourists, by enhancing the experience of the magnificent natural scenery with bold architecture.

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• Architects: Jarmund / Vigsnæs Architects
• Project: Steinsdalsfossen Waterfall
• Location: Hardanger, Norway
• Primary architects:Einar Jarmund, Håkon Vigsnæs, Alessandra Kosberg, Siv Hofsøy, Claes Cho Heske Ekornaas, Rakel Helling, Jens Herman Næss, Martin Blum-Jansen, Ane Groven
• Client: Statens Vegvesen, Turistvegprosjektet
• Building type: Tourist information/Service facilities
• Consultants: Grindaker AS, Multiconsult As Bergen, Lysstoff AS
• Size: Tourist information and restrooms ca. 110 m2
• Schedule: 2008-2014
• Software used: MicroStation and ArchiCAD

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