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Another Level
releases the potential of Norra Vrinnevi,
opening it up to create a vibrant community hub, crisscrossed with new
routes and integrated into its surroundings. It transforms a fenced-in
“no-man’s land” into a multi-level centre for living, working and studying. It
is a thriving destination for shopping, sport and leisure, and a vital link
between the city centre of Norrköping (3km away) and the rolling hills of
Vrinneviskogen nature reserve.
the transformation
is achieved through “peeling up” areas of the ground and slotting in a series
of new levels in the space beneath. These levels comprise:
the main road Gamla Övägen, which
previously brutally bisected the site, now flows under ground, bringing
quiet, calm and fresh air to the site.
at ground level, retail, housing
and business and medical centres transform the site into a real community,
with the tram drawing people from central Norrköping to the hub, and vice
versa.
one level above, extensive green
roofs slope down to meet green spaces and the forest to the east, creating
a refreshing environment for walking and cycling and linking the urban
fabric seamlessly with the countryside.
This new
residential, leisure and commercial centre responds to the rapid growth of Norrköping,
as it expands by around 1000 people per year in line with its ambition to be,
with neighbouring Linköping, Sweden’s fourth city region after Stockholm, Götenborg and
Malmö. The scheme creates a diverse, lively and inviting heart for the southern
suburbs and leaves intact links between the city centre, port and airport,
which are vital to the 9000 companies in the local economy, particularly those
of the logistics sector and fast-growing technology industry.
Located on the
outskirts of Norrköping, Another Level smoothes the transition between the city
centre and its rural surroundings by mixing grassy plains with buildings that
have been sensitively “slotted” into the landscape. It also solves the problem
of the Norra Vrinnevi’s atmosphere of isolation by linking the sparse existing
buildings, such as the community centre, housing, nurse school and hospital, by
dropping in a development amongst them, which whilst modern and sustainable, is
very much on a human scale and gently complements what is already there with
the retention of green spaces.
the thinking behind Another Level
the scheme draws
on traditions of “living” bridges, such as the old LondonBridge of the seventeenth century and
the Ponte Vecchio in Florence,
which are not only essential links but lively destinations in their own right.
this established
idea is combined with the fresh concept of “carving” a development by scoring
sections of the ground, lifting pieces on one side and inserting buildings in
the pocket created. In this way the natural landscape is to some extent
retained, through a series extensive, sloping green roofs or “living walls”.
This lifting
technique also facilitates the scheme’s response to the site’s climatic
conditions, with each building orientated to maximise sunlight during Sweden’s darker
months. the longer glazed facades face south, while the sloping, grassy north
facades insulate each structure from the harsh wind and snow from the north.
In winter, the use
of glass amidst rolling hills – both pre-existing and those created by the
development - allows people to feel close to green spaces whilst protecting
them from the elements. In warmer weather, residents and visitors will be able
to take full advantage of the site, strolling or cycling between and over the
hills.
The new hills also
complement the existing 1970s Vilbergen house scheme, which follows the
undulating slopes of the natural landscape.
How the masterplan works
The development
comprises four main areas where the ground has been lifted - housing, retail,
offices and the medical centre, which includes the hospital and nurse school,
each positioned to make the development work as a cohesive community:
the retail area
sits between the new and existing housing, linking the two with a light-filled
space featuring shops, cafes and restaurants. The buildings are positioned so
that residents will see only green spaces from their large windows.
the offices
accommodate existing businesses and add units to attract new ones, including a large
space that could be used for conferences and exhibitions and a prestigious tower
on the north east side, close to existing industrial facilities and the road
that leads to the airport and city centre.
the 40-storey
provides the scheme with a landmark, that is not so tall as to dominate but
powerful enough to be remembered and distinguish the development. its upper
floors contain a 4 star hotel for business travellers using the nearby airport.
the hospital and
nurse school have been brought closer together to form a complete medical
centre, which will accommodate the hospital’s ongoing growth. A footpath and a
cycle track link to the new housing, which include apartments for both the
nurse school and students of the nearby LinköpingUniversity,
which has a campus in Norrköping.
In terms of
transport infrastructure, whereas a single highway previously bisected the
site, it is now interlaced with a multitude of paths that bring it to life and
make it accessible for everyone, including the tram route, cycle paths and
wheelchair-friendly walkways. The main traffic on the Gamla Övägen road now
flows underground, reducing noise and air pollution, and making this a much
more pleasant place to be.
the new tram route
improves links within the site as well as connecting it with the city centre,
with two stops in the development, at the hospital and nurse school and near
the retail, business centre and both existing and new homes. A network of
underground routes links car parks beneath each building.
Sustainability
The green roofs
are ecological “living walls”, which collect and store rainwater, to be used
for watering gardens, flushing WCs and washing windows, whilst providing
precious natural habitat.
They also allow
each building to store heat in winter and coolth in summer by improving their
thermal mass, making them more resilient to weather conditions and so reducing
heating and cooling requirements.
Reed beds further
reduce the development’s mains water consumption by naturally filtering
greywater, which will be used to supplement building water supply.
the south-facing
orientation of the buildings minimises the need for electrical lighting,
particularly in the winter months, even on the shortest days the rooms will
benefit from at least two hours of direct natural light.
A combined heat
and power plant plays a major role in providing the development with more
economical and sustainable power and heating. this draws on technology well
established in Sweden
– for example it is used extensively in Götenborg. The plant will be connected
to the national grid, with the potential to operate on a local grid in case of
a power-cut, providing an extra attraction for businesses and security of power
supply for the hospital.
The development’s
energy supply will be supplemented by solar collectors covering the large
sun-facing edges of the slabs on the residential building.
Insulation from noise
is achieved by placing the main road underground and by orienting housing
towards green spaces, ensuring the scheme far exceeds the legal requirement for
noise levels for residential buildings to be below 65 dB(A)eq on the noisier
side and 50 dB(A)eq on the quieter side.
Another Level
encourages the use of public transport and reducing carbon emissions through its
excellent tram links, and promotes walking and cycling, though pleasant and
practical pathways.
the scheme fosters
community interaction and quality of life through the rich mix of amenities,
housing typologies and outdoor spaces, which can be enjoyed year-round.
Housing
The housing within
Another Level aims to encourage social cohesion, with four typologies within a
single structure: single student studios, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom
apartments and large, three-bed family apartments.
The scheme
includes 20 per cent affordable housing and student accommodation is at the
edges of the building, with the larger family apartments grouped towards the
middle.
The units can be
accessed on foot or in a wheelchair via a gentle ramp towards the back of the
building at first-storey level which connects with a bicycle route. There is
also access from the car park beneath the building.
Each apartment
benefits from a curved glass façade which offers stunning views of green spaces
and the forest, whilst maximising light during winter. Heavy blinds ensure
residents can block the sun, too, on the longest summer days.
Conclusion
Another Level replaces
a former “no man’s land” with a vibrant, diverse and compact development on
multiple levels, crisscrossed with an array of pleasant, safe and practical
access routes linking the site to the surroundings and drawing people to it.
The scheme connects to the existing facilities of Norra Vrinnevi, such as the
community centre and housing, whilst removing elements that hinder the
formation of a thriving community, such as the main road passing straight
through it and the dark pedestrian tunnel beneath it.
The development
will boost the local economy though the creation of an attractive business
centre, featuring a business hotel, conference facilities, new offices, a
prestigious tower and good access to the airport, harbour and city centre.
the community at
core of Another Level is created by attracting people of all ages and social
backgrounds through the housing mix and by weaving the scheme into the existing
landscape of housing, community facilities and green spaces.
Finally, Another
Level opens up a new range of journey-experiences, from undulating cycle tracks
and wheelchair-friendly footpaths to a tram route with vistas of parkland and a
swift underground road for cars.
releases the potential of Norra Vrinnevi,
opening it up to create a vibrant community hub, crisscrossed with new
routes and integrated into its surroundings. It transforms a fenced-in
“no-man’s land” into a multi-level centre for living, working and studying. It
is a thriving destination for shopping, sport and leisure, and a vital link
between the city centre of Norrköping (3km away) and the rolling hills of
Vrinneviskogen nature reserve.
the transformation
is achieved through “peeling up” areas of the ground and slotting in a series
of new levels in the space beneath. These levels comprise:
the main road Gamla Övägen, which
previously brutally bisected the site, now flows under ground, bringing
quiet, calm and fresh air to the site.
at ground level, retail, housing
and business and medical centres transform the site into a real community,
with the tram drawing people from central Norrköping to the hub, and vice
versa.
one level above, extensive green
roofs slope down to meet green spaces and the forest to the east, creating
a refreshing environment for walking and cycling and linking the urban
fabric seamlessly with the countryside.
This new
residential, leisure and commercial centre responds to the rapid growth of Norrköping,
as it expands by around 1000 people per year in line with its ambition to be,
with neighbouring Linköping, Sweden’s fourth city region after Stockholm, Götenborg and
Malmö. The scheme creates a diverse, lively and inviting heart for the southern
suburbs and leaves intact links between the city centre, port and airport,
which are vital to the 9000 companies in the local economy, particularly those
of the logistics sector and fast-growing technology industry.
Located on the
outskirts of Norrköping, Another Level smoothes the transition between the city
centre and its rural surroundings by mixing grassy plains with buildings that
have been sensitively “slotted” into the landscape. It also solves the problem
of the Norra Vrinnevi’s atmosphere of isolation by linking the sparse existing
buildings, such as the community centre, housing, nurse school and hospital, by
dropping in a development amongst them, which whilst modern and sustainable, is
very much on a human scale and gently complements what is already there with
the retention of green spaces.
the thinking behind Another Level
the scheme draws
on traditions of “living” bridges, such as the old LondonBridge of the seventeenth century and
the Ponte Vecchio in Florence,
which are not only essential links but lively destinations in their own right.
this established
idea is combined with the fresh concept of “carving” a development by scoring
sections of the ground, lifting pieces on one side and inserting buildings in
the pocket created. In this way the natural landscape is to some extent
retained, through a series extensive, sloping green roofs or “living walls”.
This lifting
technique also facilitates the scheme’s response to the site’s climatic
conditions, with each building orientated to maximise sunlight during Sweden’s darker
months. the longer glazed facades face south, while the sloping, grassy north
facades insulate each structure from the harsh wind and snow from the north.
In winter, the use
of glass amidst rolling hills – both pre-existing and those created by the
development - allows people to feel close to green spaces whilst protecting
them from the elements. In warmer weather, residents and visitors will be able
to take full advantage of the site, strolling or cycling between and over the
hills.
The new hills also
complement the existing 1970s Vilbergen house scheme, which follows the
undulating slopes of the natural landscape.
How the masterplan works
The development
comprises four main areas where the ground has been lifted - housing, retail,
offices and the medical centre, which includes the hospital and nurse school,
each positioned to make the development work as a cohesive community:
the retail area
sits between the new and existing housing, linking the two with a light-filled
space featuring shops, cafes and restaurants. The buildings are positioned so
that residents will see only green spaces from their large windows.
the offices
accommodate existing businesses and add units to attract new ones, including a large
space that could be used for conferences and exhibitions and a prestigious tower
on the north east side, close to existing industrial facilities and the road
that leads to the airport and city centre.
the 40-storey
provides the scheme with a landmark, that is not so tall as to dominate but
powerful enough to be remembered and distinguish the development. its upper
floors contain a 4 star hotel for business travellers using the nearby airport.
the hospital and
nurse school have been brought closer together to form a complete medical
centre, which will accommodate the hospital’s ongoing growth. A footpath and a
cycle track link to the new housing, which include apartments for both the
nurse school and students of the nearby LinköpingUniversity,
which has a campus in Norrköping.
In terms of
transport infrastructure, whereas a single highway previously bisected the
site, it is now interlaced with a multitude of paths that bring it to life and
make it accessible for everyone, including the tram route, cycle paths and
wheelchair-friendly walkways. The main traffic on the Gamla Övägen road now
flows underground, reducing noise and air pollution, and making this a much
more pleasant place to be.
the new tram route
improves links within the site as well as connecting it with the city centre,
with two stops in the development, at the hospital and nurse school and near
the retail, business centre and both existing and new homes. A network of
underground routes links car parks beneath each building.
Sustainability
The green roofs
are ecological “living walls”, which collect and store rainwater, to be used
for watering gardens, flushing WCs and washing windows, whilst providing
precious natural habitat.
They also allow
each building to store heat in winter and coolth in summer by improving their
thermal mass, making them more resilient to weather conditions and so reducing
heating and cooling requirements.
Reed beds further
reduce the development’s mains water consumption by naturally filtering
greywater, which will be used to supplement building water supply.
the south-facing
orientation of the buildings minimises the need for electrical lighting,
particularly in the winter months, even on the shortest days the rooms will
benefit from at least two hours of direct natural light.
A combined heat
and power plant plays a major role in providing the development with more
economical and sustainable power and heating. this draws on technology well
established in Sweden
– for example it is used extensively in Götenborg. The plant will be connected
to the national grid, with the potential to operate on a local grid in case of
a power-cut, providing an extra attraction for businesses and security of power
supply for the hospital.
The development’s
energy supply will be supplemented by solar collectors covering the large
sun-facing edges of the slabs on the residential building.
Insulation from noise
is achieved by placing the main road underground and by orienting housing
towards green spaces, ensuring the scheme far exceeds the legal requirement for
noise levels for residential buildings to be below 65 dB(A)eq on the noisier
side and 50 dB(A)eq on the quieter side.
Another Level
encourages the use of public transport and reducing carbon emissions through its
excellent tram links, and promotes walking and cycling, though pleasant and
practical pathways.
the scheme fosters
community interaction and quality of life through the rich mix of amenities,
housing typologies and outdoor spaces, which can be enjoyed year-round.
Housing
The housing within
Another Level aims to encourage social cohesion, with four typologies within a
single structure: single student studios, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom
apartments and large, three-bed family apartments.
The scheme
includes 20 per cent affordable housing and student accommodation is at the
edges of the building, with the larger family apartments grouped towards the
middle.
The units can be
accessed on foot or in a wheelchair via a gentle ramp towards the back of the
building at first-storey level which connects with a bicycle route. There is
also access from the car park beneath the building.
Each apartment
benefits from a curved glass façade which offers stunning views of green spaces
and the forest, whilst maximising light during winter. Heavy blinds ensure
residents can block the sun, too, on the longest summer days.
Conclusion
Another Level replaces
a former “no man’s land” with a vibrant, diverse and compact development on
multiple levels, crisscrossed with an array of pleasant, safe and practical
access routes linking the site to the surroundings and drawing people to it.
The scheme connects to the existing facilities of Norra Vrinnevi, such as the
community centre and housing, whilst removing elements that hinder the
formation of a thriving community, such as the main road passing straight
through it and the dark pedestrian tunnel beneath it.
The development
will boost the local economy though the creation of an attractive business
centre, featuring a business hotel, conference facilities, new offices, a
prestigious tower and good access to the airport, harbour and city centre.
the community at
core of Another Level is created by attracting people of all ages and social
backgrounds through the housing mix and by weaving the scheme into the existing
landscape of housing, community facilities and green spaces.
Finally, Another
Level opens up a new range of journey-experiences, from undulating cycle tracks
and wheelchair-friendly footpaths to a tram route with vistas of parkland and a
swift underground road for cars.
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