LETH & GORI and A-lab's proposal for a new urban community in Skien was awarded 1.price in the international competition. The project comprises the transformation of a former harbour area into a new compact urban community with housing, offices, retail and urban space. The vision for Skien Brygge is to create a new sustainable urban community in close relation to the city, the water and the landscape. The project features new diverse urban spaces for interaction, recreation and cultural activities. The new Skien Brygge promotes holistic urban development and facilitates a sustainable lifestyle with a low consumption of energy and resources.