Comments on: Knut Hamsun Center by Steven Holl Architects (more images)

By: April Ju

April Ju — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:04:42 +0000

What an awful, cheerless and drab building. A new low for architecture, even for the pretentious stuff that Holl produces.

By: Henry

Henry — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:35:22 +0000

I sure would like to see the exterior be charred cedar instead of painted..

By: orod

orod — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 07:41:55 +0000

A R C H I T E C T U R E & natur…………..?

By: ritika trehan-dhavale

ritika trehan-dhavale — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:06:37 +0000

Sensitivity to its breath-taking context seems to lack. Architecture is trying to stand tall and create a landmark. I wish the approach to design was one that merges with the nature; yet creating an impact.

Interiors seem simplistic and attractive. Love the over-hanging glass balcony.

By: Daniel Clements

Daniel Clements — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:18:18 +0000

Interesting concept but very insensitively executed on the Norwegian coast line, I’m surprised the council let the design go ahead. The materials and design ethos are appropriate but the stocky shape introduces a negative visual energy. It’s a shame design elements of the landscape, especially the mountains weren’t considered more closely.