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I'm constantly dreaming of new and exotic places to visit far, far away. So I sometimes forget how lucky I am to be Norwegian and that I'm able to call a place like this home. Every time I get out

Two incredibly good reasons to visit a place. The Oslo Opera House not only houses the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, and the national opera theatre, but is also architecturally worth a visit! Definitely a place to see. #NOBLEANDSTYLE #OSLO #OPERAHOUSE

Modern architecture is becoming more popular in Norway, and there's no better example than the striking Opera House of Oslo.

Despite the persistent image of the architect as a heroic loner erecting monumental edifices through sheer force of will, the building art has always been a highly cooperative enterprise. Although the parti (basic organizing principle) of a design may sometimes be the product of one intelligence, the realization of a structure of even moderate complexity depends on a broad range of expertise seldom encompassed by any individual, no matter how singularly gifted. As an artistic endeavor…

** Oslo Opera House, Norway. Looks like an iceberg. Rooftop used for outdoor concert venue. So interesting!

Here are some more photographs, plans and renderings of the new Oslo Opera House by Norwegian architects Snøhetta. See our previous story for more photographs and info. Above photo © Statsbygg The following information is from Snøhetta: -- The operahouse is the realisation of the winning competition entry. Four diagrams, which were part of the

Lois Jeans FW23 fashion show production held at the iconic Oslo opera house. The luminous venue underwent a mystical transformation, featuring a black runway illuminated by a magical full moon projection. The wooden oakwood architectural elements enhanced the ethereal ambiance, bringing a touch of sophistication to the setting. Discover the magic of this venue, recognized globally for its angular architecture emerging from the waters of Oslo Fjord, now a symbol of the Oslo Opera House…