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Midtåsen Sculpture Park, Sandefjord

The pavilion av Midtåsen protects the marble sculptures of Knut Steen, allowing access to the artworks in the changing light around the year.

Architect: Lund Hagem Arkitekter AS
Published 05 Apr, 2010
 
View of the pavilion from the south.

View of the pavilion from the south.

Main entrance.

In the pavilion, southward view.

Location plan.

 
Completion: 2009

Address:
Midtåsveien 2a, Sandefjord

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Photo:
Lund Hagem Arkitekter AS and Nils Kavlie-Borge

This pavilion was erected to house the works of sculptor Knut Steen, in the grounds of the Midtåsen estate from 1933. The estate includes a terraced park with sculptures, old oak trees, pines and planting. The project includes new pathways, service roads and toilet facilities.

The pavilion is not climatized. The wedge-shaped plan opens towards the view and gives the art a neutral background. The materials are light concrete and glass, and the detailing demonstrates the freedom of an unheated structure.