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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Feb 28

When you visit restaurant Under, the amazing experience starts as soon as you enter. Half way down the stairs you can stop at a mezzanine and gaze out the window. It’s me in the photo, taken in August 2019.
#RestaurantUnder #michelin #visitNorway #architecture #Lindesnes

The image shows a modern interior space with a large underwater window looking out at a rocky seascape. A woman stands near the window, gazing outside. She is wearing a light blue coat over a patterned dress, black leggings, and dark shoes. The room has a cozy and stylish design, and the area under her feet is a glass floor that is reflecting the light from the window. A beige handbag rests on the seat to the left, along with a phone. The combination of the underwater view and the inviting interior creates a striking contrast between nature and comfort.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Feb 26

If you only have time to see 1 thing in #Copenhagen I will recommend to visit #Glyptoteket. You will find #paintings, #sculptures, #palms, etc. inside a beautiful old building. Café at the roof. FYI: There are some elevators, but the building is not so accessible for wheel chair users.
#architecture

The photo shows a lush indoor garden with towering palm trees and various tropical plants. The space is enclosed by a grand glass and steel structure, allowing natural light to filter through. The architecture blends classical and industrial styles, featuring ornate details on the brick walls, arched windows, and decorative elements. Tall, slender metal columns support the glass ceiling, creating an airy and elegant atmosphere. The presence of a balcony and intricate crest-like ornamentation on the wall suggests that the building might be a historic conservatory or botanical garden.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Feb 26

One of many buildings in #Copenhagen with great and unique architecture. I highly recommend to buy a day pass for public transport and to take the electric ferry up and down the canal. So much to see. #BestVacationEver #architecture
#Knippelsbro #visitCopenhagen #Denmark

The photo shows a modern building with an interesting mix of materials and architectural styles. The lower part of the building has a textured stone facade with staggered, rectangular stone blocks, creating a geometric pattern. Above this, there is a large glass section with floor-to-ceiling windows reflecting the surrounding cityscape.

In the reflection on the glass, historic buildings with green copper roofs and ornate details are visible, suggesting that this modern structure is located in a historical urban area. There is also a spire reflected in the glass.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 28

Maybe you can help to identify this green outfit? It is on display at The Nathional Museum in Oslo, Norway. Photo taken in July 2022.

#HauteCouture #EveningGown #Gala #outfit #dress #fashion #EmeraldGreen #Nasjonalmuseet #Oslo #visitNorway #beads #feathers #museum #HistoryOfFashion #visitOslo

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The image shows an exhibition featuring three outfits displayed on mannequins. The designs are glamorous and detailed, showcasing high-fashion craftsmanship:
1. Center: A striking green evening gown that stands out as the centerpiece. The dress is richly adorned with beads and sequins, featuring an asymmetrical design with a high slit revealing one leg. The lower portion is embellished with green feathers, adding texture and movement. The bodice has a fitted silhouette with cutouts, giving the look a modern edge.
2. Left: A white gown with a romantic floral pattern. The dress appears to be made of a flowing, lightweight material, exuding an airy and ethereal vibe. It has long sleeves and is paired with a veil, evoking a classic, fairy-tale-like elegance.
3. Right: A sophisticated black outfit, likely a pantsuit or formal ensemble, accented by a green satin bow at the waist. The top features intricate green and black embellishments, adding texture and contrast to the otherwise sleek design.

The exhibition highlights a blend of modern luxury fashion with classic design elements.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 26

The Deichman library in the area Bjørvika in Oslo. It opened in June 2020. Architects were #Lundhagem and #AtelierOslo. It’s filled with books, art, beautiful interiors, and much much more. Photo from June 2022.
#DeichmanLibraryOslo #Oslo #Bjørvika #architecture #Norway

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This image shows a modern architectural building with a striking geometric design. The structure appears to have a glass facade with a stacked, asymmetrical layout, creating an overhanging upper section. The glass panels are framed and give the building a clean, futuristic aesthetic. In the foreground, there is a large abstract sculpture made of smooth, light-colored stone, which features curved and hollowed-out sections, adding artistic interest to the space. The scene is set in a public plaza with people walking and sitting, and the sky above is bright with scattered clouds, enhancing the overall visual appeal.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 25

Concept of skyline #Barcode was developed by norwegian firms #DARK and #A-lab, in collaboration with dutch agency #MVRDV. The 12 buildings in Barcode are designed by different architecture firms. Each has its own distinctive character.
Photo from June, 2022.
#architecture #scandinavian #Oslo #Norway

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This photo shows a collection of modern buildings with diverse architectural styles under a bright blue sky. The central building features a dark, geometric facade with irregularly shaped windows, creating a textured and abstract appearance. On the right, a lighter-colored building incorporates warm wooden accents and balconies, giving it a contemporary and sleek look. The far-right building has horizontal black and white stripes, emphasizing a minimalist aesthetic. On the left, beige-toned structures with larger windows and protruding sections add contrast and depth to the scene. The overall composition highlights urban design and innovation.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 24

Looking up at the roof inside of the new central library in Oslo, Norway. Architects: Lundhagem in collaboration with Atelier Oslo. Photo taken in June 2022.
#architecture #Lundhagem #DeichmanLibrary #DeichmanBibliotek #scandinavianArchitecture #Oslo #library #roof #light #concrete #AmateurPhoto

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The image shows a striking interior architectural design characterized by geometric shapes and modern materials. The perspective is from below, looking upwards at a concrete structure with angular, polygonal forms and glass railings. A large skylight with a geometric, grid-like pattern dominates the upper portion of the frame, allowing natural light to stream in. The ceiling and walls feature intricate honeycomb-like patterns, adding texture and visual interest. This setting conveys a contemporary, industrial aesthetic with a blend of raw concrete, glass, and artistic detailing.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 23

The details here got me mesmerized. I want to go back to Nasjonalmuseet in Oslo. One of many reasons is that I just have to see this statue up close again. Statue from 1876. Photo from July 2022.
#Nasjonalmuseet #ChristopherBorch #Oslo #visitNorway #museum #sculpture #art #light #details

We see a white marble statue from behind in front of an icon painting. The roof looks like a frosted glass window and gives light to the room. The marble statue has long, curly hair. The hair from the sides are intertwined behind the head while the rest flows down. The statue has draped clothing and her left shoulder is bare. The lighting from above highlights the curls of the statue’s hair.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 23

Oceanview. Do you enjoy architectural marvels, beautiful interiors down to the details, fine dining, locally sourced food and great atmosphere? Then you just need to visit Under (Lindesnes, Norway).
📷: Aug 2019.
#architecture #Snøhetta #RestaurantUnder #NicolaiEllitsgaardPedersen #michelin #Norway

We are looking down from a mezzanine and into a restaurant. The wall in front of us is one huge window and outside is the sea. We can see some sea grass on the left, but the rest is just turquoise water at the moment. In the restaurant area we see 3 round tables in front along the window, and 2 tables behind them, and another just below up. They all have only 2 chairs each, and the chsirs are placed on the half of the table so the guests can see the ocean view. There are no guests at the moment. The tables are made of oak. The chairs are simple, but stylish, and with an open back. The walls and roof in the restaurant is grey and smooth concrete.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 22

This is the lobby of Scandic Park Hotel in Stockholm, Sweden. I love how the interior is non-predictable, unique, and a combination of fun and stylish with materials of quality. Photo from August 2023.
#interiors #hotelinteriors #HotelLobby #scandinavianStyle #furniture #Stockholm #ScandicHotels

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This image depicts a stylish modern lounge or seating area. It features unique, modular green upholstered seating arranged in a curving, sculptural form. The design is complemented by small, black wooden stools scattered around the seating, offering flexibility for use as tables or additional seats.

The space has a warm atmosphere with wooden paneling on the walls, a modern built-in fireplace, and greenery in the form of potted plants. A checkerboard-patterned rug in black and beige tones anchors the seating area, adding visual interest to the floor. In the background, a glass door provides a view into another part of the space or outside, while soft lighting adds to the cozy and inviting ambiance.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 22

Sculptures by Sir Tony Cragg. My favorite part of the exhibition inside The Twist at Kistefos museum in Norway, October 2023.
#sculptures #SirTonyCragg #TheTwist #architecture #scandinavianArchitecture #KistefosMuseum

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The photo shows the interior of a modern, minimalist architectural space with smooth, flowing walls lined with vertical, white, ribbed panels, creating a soft, wavy effect. In the center of the space stand several dark, abstract sculptures with twisting, stacked forms that resemble distorted silhouettes or faces. These sculptures contrast sharply with the clean, white environment. A few people can be seen in the background, adding scale to the space and observing the artwork. The atmosphere feels artistic and contemplative, with light filtering through the far end of the room, emphasizing the curves and textures of both the sculptures and the architecture.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 22

The Twist is a gallery, a bridge, and a sculpture, all in one, designed by danish BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group). Situated in the sculpture park of Kistefos Museum, Norway. Photo from October 2023.
#TheTwist #architecture #ScandinavianArchitecture #BjarkeIngelsGroup #visitNorway #KistefosMuseum

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The photo shows a striking, white, modern architectural structure that functions as a bridge crossing over a river. The design features a twisting, wave-like form with smooth, ribbed panels, giving it a dynamic, sculptural appearance. The structure is surrounded by lush greenery and trees, and its reflection can be seen on the calm surface of the river below. The setting appears tranquil and natural, contrasting with the futuristic style of the bridge.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 21

Anyone want to play chess?
Photo taken in Lindos, on the island Rhodes in Greece, May 2023.
#cat #chess #catsOfBsky #Lindos #Rhodes #Greece

A cat sits on the street. The cat is ginger with white feet and neck. On its back it has large squared spots of black in a pattern like a chess board.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 21

This architecture is part of the skyline ‘barcode’ in Oslo, Norway. Photo from February 2023.
#Oslo #architecture #scandinavianArchitecture #barcode #Bjørvika #Norway #photo

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The photo captures a modern urban scene featuring contemporary architecture and sculptures. In the foreground, there are three dark statues of human figures. Behind them are several high-rise buildings with sleek and modern designs:
1. On the left is a white building with rectangular windows arranged in a grid pattern.
2. In the middle, a taller building has a black and glass façade with multiple balconies.
3. Another structure showcases a geometric pattern of white and black triangles, creating a striking, textured appearance.
4. To the right is a lighter, predominantly white building with vertical window slits.

The sky is overcast, giving the scene a subdued tone, and the architecture stands out as a focal point of the image.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 20

Axel Towers, Copenhagen, Denmark. Architect: Lene Tranberg. Photo was taken in August 2022.
#architecture #AxelTowers #LeneTranberg #copenhagen #visitDenmark #visitCopenhagen #scandinavianArchitecture

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This photo shows a modern and striking architectural structure featuring cylindrical buildings with a repeating pattern of vertical lines and large windows. The buildings are curved and interconnected, creating a dynamic and unique design. The façade is clad in materials that give it a warm, earthy tone.

In the foreground, there is a paved plaza with people walking, trees providing greenery, and bicycles parked nearby. Shops, including a visible “Rolex” store and a café, are located at the base of the building. The sky is bright blue with minimal clouds, enhancing the vibrant and lively urban atmosphere.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 20

Landscape Architects created a paradise on an island outside Stavanger, Norway. A magical place filled with flowers and exotic plants. ‘Flor og fjære’ is the name of the place. Buy tickets, get on the boat and spend the day in paradise.
#visitNorway #FlorOgFjære #Stavanger #LandscapeArchitecture

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This photo shows a serene and well-maintained garden path surrounded by vibrant flowers, greenery, and a tranquil pond. The path is light-colored, made of gravel or sand, bordered by lush plants, including bright pink and red flowers, and ornamental grasses. To the left, there is a water feature with lily pads and stones, giving the scene a peaceful and natural look. Tall trees and shrubs frame the garden, with the bright blue sky and soft clouds adding to the picturesque atmosphere. The composition is inviting, suggesting a calm and leisurely stroll through nature.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 18

One of the many beautiful ceilings inside Glyptoteket, in Copenhagen, Denmark. Photo taken August 2022.

Description generated by chat-GPT: The ceiling is an ornate blend of neoclassical and baroque styles. The central dome features a radiant pattern of gold scallop motifs, with a gilded floral medallion surrounded by lush acanthus leaves on a green backdrop. Triangular panels with golden backgrounds and white sculptural cherubs frame the dome. Below, an arched transition leads to a richly decorated ceiling of red and gold-toned frames, showcasing mythological or allegorical scenes. Floral reliefs and gilded accents unify the space, exuding grandeur and elegance.

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Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 18

Carpets are usually not the focus of a room, but this lounge in Thon Hotel Stavanger (Norway) is an exceptional experience and I love it. Photo taken in August of 2021.

Two small squared tables with a small orange flower on each. Each table has two green velour chairs. Big windows in front and to the right. The carpet is dark grey with a pattern of bright green thick lines that are hard to describe. It looks ordered, contemporary, and luxurious.

Solgunn @solgunn.bsky.social · Nov 18

Photo taken in August of 2021: The lobby of Thon Hotel Stavanger in Norway. Very unusual and intense color scheme, but also tasteful, stylish and contemporary. Textures of velour makes it feel luxurious. The Thon hotels are known for its lively color palette with a happy feel.

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