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 ›
Design
Alkemuggen: A Classical Collectible from Norwegian Egersund
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 ›
The 20 Most Beautifully Designed New Restaurants: Troll Wall
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 ›
Gorgeous Knitwear from Oleana
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 ›
Fancy High Heel Shoes for Dessert?
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 Kicksled – a Traditional Norwegian Locomotion
The kicksled or spark (Norwegian: sparkstøtting or spark) is a small sled consisting of a chair mounted on a pair of flexible metal runners which extend backward to about twice the chair’s length. The sled is propelled by kicking (“sparke”… Read More ›
Opening of the Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta – “Nordlyskatedralen”
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 ›
Keep Warm with a Blanket from Røros Tweed
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 ›
Peter Dundas – Creative Director for Emilio Pucci
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 ›
Norwegian Furniture in the 20th Century
Ingmar Relling’s ‘Siesta’ chair from 1966 Norwegian, and Scandinavian, designers are world known for their experimental, yet natural design. For generations, the Scandinavian nature has had a great influence on decorative art. The designers have been inspired by the flora… Read More ›
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