K I V I K A R T C E N T R E E N T R A N C E
Österlen, Sweden
Status: Built. Completed 2020
Designed as both a practical facility and a clear architectural threshold, the entrance accommodates ticket sales and visitor information while marking the transition from everyday surroundings into a curated landscape of nature and art. The ambition is for it to be distinct and recognizable, yet restrained enough to allow the park itself to remain the main attraction.
Based on a repurposed shipping container, the structure provides a simple and robust framework and is clad in Corten steel. Chosen for its muted, earthy tones and matte surface, the material enables the building to sit comfortably within its natural setting, giving it a sense of weight and permanence. Over time, the steel develops a rich patina and requires no ongoing maintenance.