Villas above the Arctic Circle, Norway - Novatop

Villas above the Arctic Circle, Norway

Extreme conditions. Precise solutions.

The construction of four villas in northern Norway was a major professional challenge for us.
Installation took place in January – trucks carrying NOVATOP panels moved through snow and ice, with limited time and virtually zero margin for error.

Our role was to collaborate on a structural solution that performs both technically and visually.

Key aspects:
✔ spans up to 9.5 m with continuous exposed lamella
✔ glazed portals up to 1.8 × 4.8 m integrated into the CLT structure
✔ frameless glazed corner as a distinctive architectural feature
✔ premium visible wood quality throughout the interior
✔ prefabrication = speed, precision, minimal risk

In extreme conditions, what truly works becomes clear: close collaboration across all disciplines – from architect and designer to structural engineer, production, and installation team.

We are proud to be part of projects that push boundaries. And push us forward as well.

Design by Snorre Stinessen
Executed by Byggingeniør Einar Olsen AS.
Products used: NOVATOP ELEMENT, OPEN, SOLID and SWP