Massive new data center to be built in chilly Norway to offset energy use
Every like and tweet costs energy, which isn't great for climate change. That's why the American-Norwegian data...
World’s first autonomous, all-electric cargo ship to launch next year
The world’s first crewless, autonomously operated ship is set to sail in late 2018. The Norwegian-built Yara...
Hundreds of massive seafloor craters are leaking methane
12,000 years ago the Barents Sea was covered with ice. Warming caused ice sheets to recede and a lot of methane...
‘Indestructible’ Arctic seed vault flooded after permafrost melts
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is supposed to protect all of the world's seeds, but climate change has other ideas....
Norway’s breathtaking Infinity House has giant windows instead of walls
This minimalist retreat offers breathtaking views of the gorgeous landscape of Northern Norway. Rotterdam-based...
Charming Vega Cottage is a romantic getaway in the wild Arctic landscape
Couples looking for romantic homes in remote locations will love this stunning Vega cottage nestled in the breathtaking...
Snøhetta’s ready-made cabin can fit into any landscape
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a Snøhetta-designed home, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking...
How one family thrives in the Arctic with a cob house inside a solar geodesic dome
Life inside the Arctic Circle is by no means easy, unless you're a Hjertefølger. We first heard about Benjamin...
World’s first full-scale ship tunnel could be built in Norway
Boats could soon travel through the world's first ship tunnel in Norway. The Stad Ship Tunnel, pursued by the Norwegian...
Norway wants to give Finland a mountaintop for its birthday
What do you give the country that has everything? The peak of a 4,500-foot mountain, naturally. As U.S. President...
World’s northernmost plus-energy office could spark an energy revolution
Creating a building that produces more energy than it consumes is already a hefty goal - but real estate developer...
All-black timber Geilo Cabin makes the most of the winter sunlight
The dark tones of this secluded cabin contrasts the white winter landscape of Geilo, one of Norway's most popular...
Photo of frail polar bear illuminates the tragedy unfolding in the Arctic
A photo of a sickly and skinny polar bear in Svalbard, Norway has gone viral, as tragedy unfolds in the Arctic....
Norway to build world’s first floating underwater traffic tunnels
Norway has hatched ambitious plans to install the world's first floating underwater tunnels to help travelers easily...
Quaint spruce-clad cottage is crafted from wood harvested on-site
This beautiful spruce-clad cottage in Norway was almost completely built by the owners themselves using materials...
Norway builds unique Bicycle Hotel to encourage more commuters to travel on two wheels
Norway’s “best cycling city” has added a new feature to make two-wheeled transport even easier for local...
IKEA builds replica of real Syrian home inside flagship store
https://vimeo.com/190261411 Nestled between IKEA’s plush and modern furnishings, the unexpected and tiny 25-square-meter...
Venice step-pyramid explores the future of Nordic architecture
To reflect on this question, Finns, Norwegians and Swedes could not find a better place than their own pavilion....
Timber-clad waterfront house in Norway epitomizes modern Scandinavian design
Perched on a cliff in Stokkøya, Norway, and overlooking the Atlantic, Hadar's House is a small, timber-clad home...
INHABITAT INTERVIEW: 7 Questions with Architect Steven Holl
INHABITAT: How would you describe your signature style? As we all know, we're in the era of the 'iconic building'...
Norwegian Mountaineering Centre mimics a dramatic snow-covered mountain
Winner of an invited competition from 2009, Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter’s Norwegian Mountaineering Center design...
Norway’s most stunning hydropower plant is now a tourist destination
Most of Norway’s electricity comes from hydropower, geothermal power and wind, and now the government is aiming...
Rugged eco-friendly cabins offer off-grid lodging in Norway’s wilderness
Stavanger Turistforening, an association with 25,000 members that provides active and eco-friendly nature activities...
Starship-like Utsikten viewpoint juts out into Norway’s breathtaking alpine landscape
Utsikten—Norwegian for “The View”—is located near the top of Gaular Mountain following an ascent of hairpin...
Deadly lightning strike kills 323 reindeer in Norway
Over 300 reindeer were killed last Friday in what might be the deadliest lightning strike in known history. The...
Norway moves up zero emissions target to 2030
From committing to zero deforestation in its public procurement and moving toward banning gas-powered cars, Norway...
Norway considers ban of gas-fueled vehicles by 2025
As the electric vehicle market picks up speed, some countries around the world have considered banning the sale...
Norway becomes the world’s first country to commit to zero deforestation
Norway has become the first country in the world to commit to zero deforestation. The Norwegian parliament's Standing...
Beautiful timber cabins replace a dilapidated home on Norway’s scenic coast
Set above a beautiful fjord, the contemporary cabins expands on the footprint of the original building, which was...
Norway farmstead receives a gorgeous modern renovation with Kebony wood
The farmstead is located near River Glomma, the longest and largest river in Norway. It was purchased by a family...
