Snøhetta

Snøhetta has created an impressively hardy wooden cultural and education hub that's 90% self-sufficient in heating and cooling, despite its location north of the Arctic Circle in Norway, in an area that can reach temperatures of - 49°F.

Snøhetta recently completed work on an impressively energy efficient high-rise. It combines clever design and sustainability features, allowing it to maintain a comfortable temperature without grid-based power.

Described as the world's largest climatized reading space, Beijing City Library forms a forested landscape with terraced hills and a valley. The building is designed to make visitors feel like they're sitting under trees as they read.

Snøhetta has revealed plans to build a new opera house in Saudi Arabia. The Royal Diriyah Opera House will feature an unusual design that draws inspiration from traditional local buildings, in an attempt to take the sting out of the summer heat.

Norwegian architectural firm Snøhetta has revealed its latest residential project located in Kongsberg, Norway. House Dokka is an off-grid three-bedroom family home that's inspired by treehouse architecture and embraces a connection with nature.

Snøhetta has completed work on an ambitious new skyscraper in Hong Kong named Airside that's inspired by textiles and tailoring. It also incorporates an impressive degree of sustainable design, including solar power and rainwater collection.

Snøhetta has joined forces with Vipp to create a collection of luxurious vacation cabins situated above a fjord in Norway, which feature generous glazing that's designed to make visitors feel like they're floating on the edge of the cliffside.

Snøhetta recently completed an attractive timber maritime center in Denmark. Inspired by wooden boat construction, it's designed to withstand punishing local conditions and lights up pleasantly at night, resulting in its name: the Lantern.

Commissioned to create a new library in the Bronx, Snøhetta has drawn inspiration from the NYC borough's relative abundance of trees to design an eye-catching building that will sport a green exterior and significant sustainability features.

Snøhetta has revealed plans for a new skyscraper in Tokyo. The Shibuya Upper West Project is designed to offer a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of the bustling city and will be defined by a ceramic and glass facade that's broken up by greenery.

Snøhetta's Beijing Sub-Center Library will feature glazed walls and tree-shaped columns, as well as a forest canopy-like roof. Visitors will enjoy a light-filled environment that plays on the idea of sitting under a tree and reading a book.

Taking the overall form of a large V-shape, Snøhetta's "dancing" towers are designed so they don't cast too much shade on the local area. The two buildings will be situated above an opera house that will feature a stunning sculpted timber interior.