ÅVONTUURA is excited to announce the launch of its Architecture Guide to Stockholm; the 25th guide in our Wandering Series.
Stockholm is a city where architecture tells the story of centuries of innovation and cultural exchange. Built across 14 islands connected by bridges, its architectural history reflects Sweden’s evolution from a medieval trading hub to a modern design capital. Stockholm’s cityscape is a harmonious blend of preserved historic landmarks, pioneering modernist works, and bold contemporary designs, making it a haven for architecture enthusiasts.
The city’s historic architecture showcases its rich heritage and grandeur. Stockholm City Hall, designed by Ragnar Östberg, is an iconic example of National Romanticism, blending traditional Nordic motifs with Italian Renaissance influences. The Parliament House, or Riksdag, by Aron Johansson, exudes neoclassical elegance while standing as a symbol of Swedish democracy. In the heart of Gamla Stan, the city’s Old Town, Riddarholmen Church stands as Stockholm’s oldest preserved building, a medieval treasure that houses the final resting places of Swedish monarchs.
Modernist architecture in Stockholm embodies Sweden’s forward-thinking ethos. Gunnar Asplund’s Stockholm Public Library is a masterpiece of Nordic Classicism, with its cylindrical central hall drawing visitors into a serene world of knowledge. Peter Celsing’s Filmhuset, with its striking concrete forms, is a landmark for Swedish cinema. On the Stockholm University campus, Ralph Erskine’s designs, including Aula Magna and the Law Student’s Building, demonstrate his sensitivity to landscape and community-centered spaces.
Stockholm’s contemporary architecture showcases its innovative design culture and environmental consciousness. The School of Architecture at the Royal Institute of Technology by Tham & Videgård Arkitekter merges function with sculptural beauty. 79 & Park by Bjarke Ingels Group reimagines residential living with lush, stepped terraces. Norra Tornen, designed by OMA and Reinier de Graaf, push the boundaries of urban high-rise design, while Wingårdh’s Aula Medica at the Karolinska Institute combines dynamic forms with world-class functionality. Together, these structures make Stockholm a beacon of architectural inspiration.
This thoroughly researched architecture guide is a must-have for architecture enthusiasts of all ages. It makes travel planning effortless and boasts an up-to-date curated list of buildings not found anywhere else; the perfect pocket-companion for your next trip abroad.
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Guide Features
1. The cover features a unique architectural icon that celebrates a local project and is illustrated as a wandering path, capturing the joy of architecture and discovery.
Cover Illustration: School of Architecture at the Royal Institute of Technology by Tham & Videgård Arkitekter
2. A map identifying the general locations of the buildings, major and medium-sized road networks,
urban areas, watersheds, parks and other natural features.
3. A Recommended Route identifying a must-see network of buildings and landmarks, with dashed
lines indicating routes for contemporary, modern and historical interests.
4. A Legend of selected architectural projects featuring beautifully detailed building icons, the name of
the architect(s) / designers involved, and an address for where it can be found.
5. QR code connecting you to our digital guide with pinned locations and directions in Google Maps.
