https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2731 en-us http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17511 Mon, 12 May 2025 00:04:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/17511-wingardhs-crafts-a-striking-timber-tower-in-a-growing-sustainability-district-in-malmo-sweden http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15336 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:03:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/15336-concepci%C3%B3-hotel-by-nobis-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs Concepcio-Hotel-01-B.jpg The Concepció Hotel’s lounge. Photo © Pernilla Danielsson A fortresslike former Philips warehouse by Sigurd Lewerentz is converted into a chic hotel in Stockholm. Watch our video tour of the project.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14232 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/14232-blique-by-nobis-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs The main lobby is in the central warehouse structure, designed by Sigurd Lewerentz in the 1930s. Photo © Bruno Ehrs Spaces within the hotel are spread out over three buildings. Photo © Bruno Ehrs An arrangement of light tubes by the street entrance is a nod to the complex’s former use, and to Lewerentz’s own playful design of electrical cabling. Photo © Bruno Ehrs Bunker-like rooms within the warehouse structure have low ceilings. Photo © André Pihl All rooms include black steel armatures for affixing lights, mirrors, cabinets, and more. Photo © André Pihl The bright lower-level dining area opens up to a sunken courtyard in front of the warehouse building. Photo © Bruno Ehrs The rooftop restaurant atop the curving building features more sober interiors but expansive views. Photo © Bruno Ehrs A round bar animates the main lobby. Photo © Bruno Ehrs Image courtesy Wingårdhs Image courtesy Wingårdhs Image courtesy Wingårdhs Image courtesy Wingårdhs Contemporary elements and technical upgrades are seamlessly woven into a classical structure in Stockholm.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13872 Fri, 01 Feb 2019 09:15:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13872-nationalmuseum-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs-with-wikerst%C3%A5l-architects 1902-Wingardhs-Wikerstal-Architects-Stockholm-Nationalmuseum-01.jpg The Neo-Renaissance building is located along the waterfront on a peninsula in central Stockholm. Photo © André Pihl A shallow glass dome mounted on complex steel structures encloses the two courtyards, with the northern one now housing a sculpture court. Photo © Bruno Ehrs A shallow glass dome mounted on complex steel structures encloses the two courtyards, with the northern one now housing a sculpture court. Photo © André Pihl A sensuous modern stair leads to the sprawling, vaulted underground space for coat rooms and lavatories, which is now accessible. Photo © André Pihl A sensuous modern stair leads to the sprawling, vaulted underground space for coat rooms and lavatories, which is now accessible. Photo © Bruno Ehrs Covered since the 1930s, gallery windows have been exposed, and art is displayed on movable walls. Photo © André Pihl A sculptural elevator tower for transporting art and people is clad in woven oxidized brass and dominates the southern courtyard. Photo © André Pihl The bold wall-color selections were based on the original schemes for the museum and on the artworks in each room. Photo © Bruno Ehrs The bold wall-color selections were based on the original schemes for the museum and on the artworks in each room. Photo © Bruno Ehrs A number of design objects were created for the restaurant, including a glass. Photo © André Pihl The central stair is used for concerts, so that there are numbered seats in the steps. Photo © André Pihl Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects Image courtesy Wingårdhs & Wikerstål Architects A contextual mid-rise in Stockholm flaunts a community-oriented design.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13665 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13665-basaren-block-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs Offset windows and balcony doors lend rhythm to the curving facade, which meets the street level through a simple change from unglazed to glazed white bricks. Photo © André Pihl The balconies change size gradually, from bigger facing the water to smaller facing the street. Photo © André Pihl The heights of Basaren’s two towers match adjacent buildings. Photo © André Pihl The stark hallways feature terrazzo floors. Photo © Rui-Xin Li A colorful upscale restaurant occupies the ground floor. Photo © Rui-Xin Li Light oak floors and white-painted interiors maximize daylight during the dark Swedish winters. Photo © Rui-Xin Li Image courtesy Wingårdh Image courtesy Wingårdh Image courtesy Wingårdh A Swedish firm transforms a century-old building in the Danish capital into a chic hotel.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13328 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13328-nobis-hotel-by-wing%C3%A5rdhs An upper-floor suite combines original molding and bold color. Photo © André Pihl The Neoclassical building retains many original features, including the grand staircase, which was extended. Photo © André Pihl 1804-Wingardhs-Copenhagen-Nobis-Hotel-03.jpg The Neoclassical building was built in 1903. Photo © André Pihl Bathrooms feature a cloudy deep gray Bardiglio marble. Photo © André Pihl Light woods and leather add warmth to the colorful rooms. Photo © André Pihl Custom-designed canopy frames and chandeliers fill the tall space. Photo © André Pihl An addition in the rear courtyard was reclad in copper and now serves as the restaurant. Photo © André Pihl An addition in the rear courtyard was reclad in copper and now serves as the restaurant. Photo © André Pihl Every surface in the spa is clad in the same Bardiglio marble as the bathrooms. Photo © André Pihl Beside the entrance hall is a playful living room where guests can lounge. Photo © André Pihl Image courtesy Wingårdhs Image courtesy Wingårdhs