Holmen Aquatics Center

Holmen Aquatics Center
© Lasse Leonhardsen

HOLMEN AQUATICS CENTER

Arkis Architects

ENGINEERS
Verkis

MANUFACTURERS
Myrtha Pools, Bosvik AS, Norbetong, ROCKWOOL

OWNER/CLIENT
Asker Commune

PHOTOGRAPHS
Tove Lauluten, Lasse Leonhardsen, Geir Andres Rybakken Orslien

AREA
5319.0 m2

YEAR
2017

LOCATION
Devikveien 6, 1394 Nesbru, Norway

CATEGORY
Swimming Pool

Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten

Text description provided by architect.

Holmen Aquatics Center is a continuation of Holmen beach, by protecting and reinforcing the site’s natural qualities.

The footprint occupied by the building is replaced with a roof garden that further enhances the experience of the beach with spectacular views.

Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten

The focus point of the project’s concept is the activation of the building’s roof as an integral part of Holmen beach recreation area.

The grassy roof slopes towards the south and provides an uninterrupted view over Oslo fjord’s isles and reefs.

Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten

The main entrance, reception, changing rooms and swimming pool hall are located on the building’s main level, rising over the lawn that slopes up to the building.

The lower level houses gym, multifunction hall, technical spaces and staff facilities.

Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten


Holmen Aquatics Center
© Geir Andres Rybakken Orslien
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Lasse Leonhardsen
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten


Holmen Aquatics Center
© Lasse Leonhardsen
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Lasse Leonhardsen
Holmen Aquatics Center
© Tove Lauluten


Holmen Aquatics Center
Section 1
Holmen Aquatics Center
Section 2


Holmen Aquatics Center
Floor Plan
Holmen Aquatics Center
Site Plan