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With the lighting design at Espenes rest stop, we set out to create a visible landmark after dark in tune with the local landscape. The lighting design is inspired by the location and the surrounding nature; the cool moonlight that illuminates the mountain tops and the nearby glacier in contrast to the warm, human light.
Facts
• Client : NPRA, Norwegian Scenic Routes
• Architect : Code Arkitektur AS
• Landscape Architect : Norconsult Landskap
• Contractor : Brun Bygg AS
• Steel contractor : Størksen Rustfri Industri AS
• Photographer : Fovea.studio
• Completion year : 2022
About the IALD Awards
The IALD International Lighting Design Awards is the longest running award program recognizing architectural lighting design excellence. The winners were announced live in an online broadcast of the 40th Annual IALD Awards on September 13th, 2023.
“Espenes Rest Stop holds a special place in our hearts, and we’re thrilled to witness a quietly eloquent project earn such significant international acclaim.”
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