Designer(s): Sadie Morgan, dRMM Architects

Rundeskogen is located on a wooded hill on the west coast of Norway, and actually had some site boundary restrictions that had to do with a Viking grave site. So I thought that was pretty cool. Also, seeing more timber/concrete construction gaining a foothold in the industry is a positive thing no doubt.

At first glance, it felt to me like there is no way these buildings exist, especially not as apartment buildings. The uniqueness of the towers, along with their structural complexity, makes it feel futuristic to me. But, at the same time, the copper/brass-tinted facade gives it a retro, almost historic feel. Regardless, this structure was designed with sustainability in mind, as every building should be (i.e. covered outdoor spaces, personal indoor gardens, solar power, etc.).