Ladehammeren

The Urban Fabric

The site is opened towards the fjord, offering views, breaking down scale, and enabling a route through the area, creating three unique neighborhoods with diverse characters. These areas aim to be vibrant meeting spots, transitioning from urban to rural settings, while integrating Ladejarlen's historical elements.

A diverse set of housing options is introduced, ranging from compact apartments to terraced houses. Existing structures will be transformed to unique apartments unlike any in Trondheim. Distinct neighborhoods are designed to accommodate people at various life stages. The outdoor spaces, accessible to residents and visitors alike, will seamlessly integrate with the stunning natural surroundings.

Living in Ladehammeren will breathe life into the area throughout the day, enhancing safety and social interaction for both locals and visitors. A larger residential population also bolsters the local economy, supporting businesses and attractions that benefit the broader community.

Ladejarlens plass

The urban and open neighborhood.

The area from Nyhavna to Ladejarlens Plass is transformed into a dynamic urban center, blending public amenities with both new and refurbished structures to create a vibrant community hub. The project promises panoramic city and fjord views and acts as a gateway to various neighborhoods, integrating residential and natural spaces. Central to the redevelopment is the adaptive reuse of the iconic main building, which includes a tower block and restaurant, enhancing its historical and aesthetic appeal by opening up its structure and repurposing its roof as a public attraction. The demolition of old school buildings between Buildings A and B makes way for a multi-level urban space designed for community gatherings and events, enriched by daylight and fjord vistas.

Further enhancements include the extension of the circular pavilion’s arch, integrating it with an outdoor staircase, and maintaining the west-facing restaurant's panoramic views, now accessible to the public. The tower block is set for an upgrade, adding a floor to create a multifunctional space with housing options. The main building’s transformation into a learning center emphasizes food, cultivation, and nature, complemented by co-working spaces, a grocery store, and specialty shops to reduce transport needs. Rooftop and nearby public spaces are designed to distinguish between private and public areas, fostering a cohesive community environment.

Maskinkvartalet

The intimate neighborhood.

Maskinkvartalet is envisioned as a unique and intimate urban neighborhood, integrated into the existing fabric of buildings B, C, and D. By opening up the neighborhood and establishing free passage from north to south and east to west, the project ensures seamless integration with the surrounding spaces. A sunny and inviting courtyard is created at its heart, surrounded by diverse housing types, from studio flats to terraced houses. The strategy includes densifying the building structure around the courtyard while preserving the architectural footprint and height of Building B as much as possible. This approach not only respects the neighborhood's historical and cultural significance but also promotes a varied living environment.

The project proposes to reuse or adapt existing structures and roofs, in collaboration with conservation authorities. Buildings within Maskinkvartalet, such as Maskinhallen (Building D) and Paviljongbygningen (Building B), will undergo transformations to serve new functions while enhancing the narrative of the space. Maskinhallen is set to become a cultural hub, offering flexible spaces for community events, while Paviljongbygningen will be converted into an apartment complex, adding a distinctive character to the neighborhood. Building C's transformation into terraced houses and apartments aims to maintain a coherent streetscape, contributing to the overall vibrancy and appeal of Maskinkvartalet as a living, breathing part of the city.

Naturstien

Neighborhoord on the terms of nature.

The residential placement respects the natural terrain and vegetation, with strategic setbacks to the east to preserve the lush, green edge to the west. Efforts include organizing natural ground cover and additional planting, with a minimal extent for the underground parking to allow vegetation to flourish. The design propose the parking to end at Maskinkvartalet, but allows for potential future extension.

In the northeastern part of the plateau, the proposal includes the demolition of Buildings E and F to make way for new, detached tower blocks as residential units. These buildings will vary in height and orientation to ensure optimal daylight and views for the residences and surrounding outdoor areas, integrating green spaces and re-establishing natural elements around the development. The design connects the area with Ladehammerstien and the broader cultural landscape through paths and bridges, featuring amenities like shelters, play areas, and a picnic zone that offers shelter against the elements, encouraging outdoor activities and enjoyment of the scenery.

Cultural history documentation carried out by Norconsult has evaluated building F as not having conservation status. Building E has been evaluated as having a more secluded, independent location at the rear of the facility. This led to the decision to remove Buildings E and F, prioritizing natural design principles to protect the cultural landscape and support biodiversity. The staggered positioning of the tower blocks maximizes sunlight and views, with the flexibility in design for different apartment spans and heights adjusted to blend with the surrounding environment. Apartments feature private balconies and communal outdoor spaces that engage directly with the natural setting, promoting a lifestyle deeply connected to the landscape.

Sustainability

The project takes a holistic and systemic approach to sustainability, endeavouring to have a regenerative impact on technical, ecological and social systems.