selgascano + urban design reveal ETFE-clad stockholm planning offices

selgascano + urban design reveal ETFE-clad stockholm planning offices
all images courtesy of urban design AB / selgascano

spanish practice selgascano has teamed up with swedish studio urban design to plan an energy efficient building in stockholm. the proposal was awarded first place in an international competition, and, once complete, will host city planning and administrative offices. named ‘drivhus’ — a term that translates as ‘greenhouse’ — the design occupies a plot in stockholm’s söderstaden district, an area which is undergoing significant redevelopment. land arkitektur participated as the scheme’s landscape architects, while SWECO served as as structural engineers.

the design occupies a plot in stockholm’s söderstaden district

as well as providing a working environment for 1,800 employees, the building also serves as a democratic meeting space for civil servants, politicians and the public to discuss the city’s future development. the scheme seeks to set a precedent for large-scale structures, creating a humane environment with a natural park at its center. surrounded by housing, shopping, and cultural activities, this area of greenery continues across the building’s façades — growing beneath its ETFE skin and becoming an integral part of the energy and ventilation system. throughout the internal design, a range of plantation contributes in creating a stimulating working environment, while purifying the air. 

the scheme provides a working environment for 1,800 employees

the building serves as a democratic meeting space for civil servants, politicians, and the public

greenery continues across the building’s façades, growing beneath its ETFE skin

aerial view indicating the project’s location

site plan

floor plan / level +1

floor plan / level +3

section

section

the building is contained within an a polymer skin