Architecture studio Estudio Herreros has completed the Trosten floating sauna alongside the Munch museum in Oslo, Norway.
Situated in the fjord next to the Munch museum, which was also designed by Estudio Herreros, the structure is the latest addition to a cluster of floating saunas commissioned by the Oslo Sauna Association in the hopes of "bringing sauna to the people".
The floating structure is clad with recycled aluminium
Estudio Herreros was informed by architectural follies for the form of the sauna, which was designed to have a distinctive form and colour.
"Following the tradition of architectural follies, Trosten features a distinct volume and silhouette with a strong, colourful component, serving as a point for both individual and collective use, offering retreat and contemplation for all," the studio told Dezeen. Terrazzo tiles feature throughout the project
The sauna's jagged structure is composed of a wooden volume that was constructed offsite before being placed onto a prefabricated floating concrete platform.
Green-toned, aluminium cladding ? produced by local energy company Hydro ? was combined with large terrazzo tiled surfaces and wooden decking, which was complemented by steel balustrades and netting.

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The volume rises on one side to create a stepped seating space as well as hosting events overlooking the surrounding fjord.
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