|
contents | events | |||||||||
| David Chipperfield Architects to design Nobel Centre in Sweden The Nobel Foundation presents the first design of the Nobel Center project – a public building for science, literature and peace. The building is designed by David Chipperfield Architects. The new building is to be constructed along Stadsgårdskajen at Slussen in Stockholm, Sweden, thus facing Gamla stan, Skeppsholmen and Djurgården. By 2031, visitors will be able to experience Alfred Nobel's unique legacy in a completely new way when his handwritten will is to be exhibited permanently for the first time. People from all over the world will also be able to explore exhibitions, attend lectures, engage in dialogue and take part in cultural events covering everything from black holes and medical advances to literary classics and how to combat poverty. Construction will begin already next year. The building is designed by David Chipperfield Architects Berlin. It consists of four interconnected volumes that relate to the buildings of Södermalm and the size and height of the buildings in Gamla stan, on the other side of the water. With terraces on the roofs and in front of the entrance, new meeting spots are created in Stockholm with a fantastic view over the waters of Saltsjön and Lake Mälaren. The public space in front of the building continues into the entrance level, open and transparent, with entrances to the north and south as well as a foyer with a shop and restaurant. The choice to use a wooden frame, reclaimed bricks and other materials has been made to reduce the impact on the climate. The facade of the building is made of brick, a material that has characterised the architecture in Stockholm for centuries. The reused brick offers a sense of permanence and gravitas. The red shade is found in Stockholm's classic brick buildings, such as City Hall. The Nobel Center project is funded by Erling-Persson Foundation and Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. These two foundations donate a total of SEK 2.3 billion, evenly split. These funds will be used to construct the building and create the extensive permanent exhibition focusing on Alfred Nobel, the history of the Nobel Prize and how the laureates' groundbreaking efforts have shaped our world. The Nobel organisation will cover the remaining funds for the construction. Total cost is estimated of just over SEK 2.5 billion. The building permit application for the project is submitted to the City of Stockholm. There is already an approved detailed development plan for the site that specifies the framework for how the building is to be designed. Construction is scheduled to start in 2027 and the building will be inaugurated in 2031. write your comments about the article :: © 2026 Construction News :: home page |