New Bergen Home, Norwegian Residential Building Design, Wooden House Images
Villa Sval in Bergen by LINK Arkitektur
Home for Henning Kongshavn Frønsdal Architect in Norway – design by LINK Arkitektur, Architects
25 Jul 2017
Villa Sval in Bergen by LINK Arkitektur
Design: LINK Arkitektur
Villa Sval: The Future of Architecture
State-of-the-art self-build comprises 9,000 metres of Kebony
Norway: 25/07/17 – Henning Kongshavn Frønsdal, Architect at LINK Arkitektur, one of Scandinavia?s most prestigious architectural firms, has recently completed his own self-build project located on the outskirts of Bergen, Norway.

Kebony wood has been used throughout Villa Sval in a number of different applications including; cladding, decking, window frames and exterior doors. Offering exceptional views of the surrounding landscape, Frønsdal?s inspiring yet simplistic design has gone on to receive widespread television coverage across Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
Historically, strict fire regulations have limited the construction of wooden buildings in densely populated areas. As a result, materials such as concrete and steel have become increasingly common within the industry. However, significant advancements in construction techniques have opened the door for an extensive use of wood in both construction and façades.

The Architect, Henning Kongshavn Frønsdal, holds a firm belief that wood is central to the future of architecture; thus when designing his own home, he ensu...