In the beautiful landscape of Tautra Island in Nord-Trøndelag County, a spectacular building of religious dimensions is located. In 2006, the new Tautra Mariakloster opened, but the island’s long history dates back to 1207 AD when the original monastery was… Read More ›
Bjørvika 2016 as seen from the air (Illustration by The Norwegian Public Roads Administration / Via Nova) Earlier it was a freeway and a closed container terminal. Now it is a huge construction site. But in three years from now,… Read More ›
Siren Elise Wilhelmsen is a Norwegian artist. She graduated from the University of Arts Berlin and founded Siren Elise Wilhelmsen Design Studio in 2010. Today she lives and works in Bergen and Berlin. On her website she writes: Siren Elise… Read More ›
Bergen 1910: In conjunction with a major national exhibition, the Norwegian company Egersund Fayance applied for a number of artists that would help them raise the artistic standard of their earthenware products. One of the artists was Jacob Sømme –… Read More ›
According to the latest issue of Architectural Digest, “they’ve surveyed the globe to find the best new restaurants where high design tops the menu”: Dining out is rarely just about the food. The scene, the socializing, and the sense of a… Read More ›
Have you heard about Oleana? If not, here is some great news for everyone who loves quality knitted garments! Since 1992, the Norwegian company Oleana has knitted beautiful cardigans, sweaters, scarves, hats and more. They have won several awards for… Read More ›
He has combined the two things most women are addicted to, and admits that men also can become fascinated with shoes. There are many shoe shops in Oslo, but when it says “patisserie” on the outside, people really begin to… Read More ›
The Northern Lights Cathedral – Alta Church was solemnly consecrated this morning. A packed church with Crown Princess Mette-Marit attending experienced an evocative worship. Today, the new and breathtaking Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta, Finnmark County, was opened. From the… Read More ›
Blanket from Røros Tweed, Tornerose (Sleeping Beauty) “Baby, Its Cold Outside” Frank Loesser named his famous hit from 1944. Now, you might not worry about the cold anymore. One of the most prestigious Norwegian quality products is the Røros Blanket…. Read More ›
Since 2008, Norwegian-born Peter Dundas has worked as the creative director for the Italian fashion house Pucci. Fashion experts claim that he has ‘injected a darker, youthful, sophisticated edge into the brand, which goes well with the House of Pucci’s… Read More ›
