I recently discovered Vitra’s newly opened showroom in Oslo, located in an industrial space built in 1935. Formerly a metal factory, the building later housed a gym, and remnants of its furnishings have been incorporated into the new interior as a nod to its past.
In areas where the original industrial charm was retained, the spaces were carefully stripped down, with only the bathroom, kitchen and server room undergoing significant modernization.
The open mezzanine offers a clear view of the space, and its glass block floor enhances the space with natural light from below.
The new showroom captivates with its juxtaposition of understated interiors featuring natural Scandinavian materials and curated furniture displays that serve as focal points.
The new showroom thrives on the contrast between its understated interiors of natural Scandinavian materials and the focal points created by carefully curated furniture arrangements.