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Wow for the Norwegian Wild Reindeer Observatory Designed by Snohetta

Posted on November 20, 2011
Norwegian Reindeer Pavilion Centre

Norwegian Reindeer Pavilion Centre

The Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion shows a wood construction like I have never seen before. I like how the benches are organically shaped to provide the visitors a stunning view of the wilderness. Wood pegs were used as fasteners for the wood section of the building. The rest is made of raw steel resembling the iron found in the local bedrock.

Norwegian Reindeer Pavilion Centre

The visitors could sit at the south facing exterior wall and enjoy the warmth of the interior space. The organic nature of the building is stunning and unusual. I dream to see a similar design at a ski resort.

Norwegian Reindeer Pavilion Centre

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  • KYLIE
    June 3, 2012 at 11:53

    Hi there,

    Am wondering if you could shed some light on how to get to this pavillion from Oslo?

    • Kim
      June 4, 2012 at 19:46

      Kylie, the Norwegian Wild Reindeer Centre Pavilion is located at Hjerkinn on the outskirts of Dovrefjell National Park, overlooking the Snøhetta mountain massif. I think that with this information, you will be able to figure out the best way for you to get there from Oslo.