Subterranean Atomic Shelter Transformed into a Cool and Cavernous Internet Provider Facility

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange immediately came to mind when we first saw this cavernous yet light-filled internet provider facility buried 30 meters below the earth. Built amidst the stark granite rock of Stockholm's Vita Berg Park, what was once an anti-atomic shelter has been transformed into a semi-modern office building. <a href="http://www.af-la.com/">Albert France-Lanord Architects</a> left much of the shelter undisturbed in order to capitalize on the rock's powerful presence, and then took over other parts with small spotlights, plants, and technology.

AF-L (A) transformed this former anti-atomic shelter into a internet provider facility

Much of the rock was left undisturbed

But some of it had to be cleared to make room for the servers and other equipment

Loads of plants and water were introduced into this subterranean haven, improving air quality and comfort level

But circular glass-wrapped offices allow the rock to feature prominently

This is definitely one of the most interesting creative re-use projects we have ever seen!