ARKITEKTKONTOR, OSLO. RRA - REIULF RAMSTAD ARKITEKTER

[2/9/2010] RRAs TROLLSTIGEN PROJECT IN a+a MAGAZINE - CHINA RRAs project “Trollstigen National Tourist Route Project” with 8 pages in latest edition of Chinas “a+a magazine”- Volume 30 / No 7. “a+a Magazine ” is one of the authoritative bimonthly magazines in China published to both national and international readers. The magazine is supervised by the Ministry of Construction and operated by the Architectural Society of China. also check web article: a+a magazine

[1/9/2010] RRAS “BARENTS BUILDING” IN AUGUST EDITION OF “CIVIL ENGINEERING” – THE MAGAZINE OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS RRAs project for “The Barents House” in the arctic border town of Kirkenes on display in august edition of The US “Civil Engineering” The monthly magazine for members of the ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers. RRAs has made a proposal for the worlds highest wooden building - “The High North Centre” located in the Barents region where Norway meets Russia.

[1/9/2010] RRAs “TROLLSTIGEN PROJECT” ON THE COVER OF UPCOMING ALPS MAGAZINE (ITALY) RRAs project “Trollstigen”- in focus in upcoming ALPS Magazine, Italy. ALPS is dedicated to publishing of innovative academic projects that deal with the architecture, city and landscape in alpine and mountainous contexts. Alpine Landscape Projects Sustainability, ALPS – aspires to become a source for significant academic institutes in northern Europe – “a container for the main network of Architecture, Urbanism and design schools in the Alpine area and other European mountainous areas.”

[8/19/2010] RRAs “UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ØSTFOLD” ON DISPLAY IN SECOND EDITION OF “CONTEMPORANEU” (BRASIL) RRAs project “HIØ”- University College Østfold published in second edition of Brasilian online magazine “CONTEMPORANEU” dedicated to architecture worldwide. Released in June 2010, Contemporaneu - arquitetura contemporânea is Brazil’s first online contemporary architecture magazine.

[8/16/2010] RRAs “SELVIKA TOURIST ROUTE PROJECT AND “FOLK MUSEUM BORGARSYSSEL” IN NEW BOOK BY H.K RIHAN PUBLISHERS (CHINA) RRAs project “Selvika” and our proposal for the “Folk Museum Borgarsyssel” published in new book: “New Concept Architecture” from Hong Kong based publishers RIHAN International Culture Spread Co., Ltd. The book is dedicated to the concepts of Culture, Business, Planning and Landscape projects. HONGKONG Rihan International Culture Co. Ltd is one of the foremost publishing houses for books on architecture in Asia. RIHAN has published hundreds of titles including Architecture X File, Space X File and Landscape X File.

[8/11/2010] RRAs URBAN HOUSING PROJECT “K5” IN NORWAYS “MUR + BETONG” JUNE MAGAZINE RRAs project “K5” published in Norways “MUR + BETONG” magazine NO 2 - 2010. This magazine is dedicated to the subject of concrete and masonry buildings and RRAs “K5 “– Urban Housing project is presented over 6 pages in the june edition. photos by Nils Petter Dale and RRA

[8/11/2010] RRAs TROLLSTIGEN PROJECT IN AREA MAGAZINE - ITALY RRAs project “Trollstigen National Tourist Route Project” published in Italian magazine AREA in the AREA 111-Edition “ZERO VOLUME” dedicated to the subject of architecture “without cubic volume: a type of architecture which, lacking interior spaces, gives itself completely to the exterior, to the public….” also check link to web article: http://www.archinfo.it/area-111/0,1254,53_ART_2196,00.html

[4/8/2010] YES IT´S FOR REAL….! Image courtesy of Barcroft media/ daily Mail UK, Solid project design courtesy of RRA Norway and Incredible handstand balance courtesy of Norwegian Eskil Ronningsbakken!!!! At The Trollstigen lookout Platform july 2010.. check link to article:daily mail

[8/4/2010] FOCUS ON NORWEGEN IN DEUTSCHE BAUZEITUNGS JULY ISSUE Deutsche Bauzeitungs edition “ 07 2010” with focus on “Norwegen” and Norwegian architecture including the national tourist route projects DB is published monthly by the Konradin medien gmbh. check link: Deutsche Bauzeitung

[8/3/2010] RRA IN NEW PUBLICATION “M3 Modern Architecture III” (CHINA) RRAs project “University College Østfold” on display in the 3. edition of “The Modern Architecture series” by Sandu Publishing, featuring innovative interior and architectural designs by “ brilliant designers and outstanding design agencies that contributes with the most creative works...” Sandu Publishing is one of the predominant publishers in Asian countries, specializing in design and architecture publications dedicated to top quality visual content. The publications are issued both in China and abroad including at the Frankfurt Book Fair

[2/8/2010] ...BE SEATED… RRA is also responsible for designing the outdoor furniture for The Trollstigen National Touristroute project. ....First in line...on site, benches along the walking path towards the main lookout point.

[6/16/2010] LISTED BUILDING... FLYING HIGH! …To land on RRAs 2 storey concrete foundation. Old vs new creates 4 storey house with brand new functions…at RRAs brand new Holmenkollen Metro-Station - a result of RRAs winning entry for invited competition in 2008. Holmenkollen Metrostation to be completed in time for the OSLO 2011 Nordic Wold Ski Championships. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD)

[6/16/2010] RRA IN “ARKITEKTUR N” nr. 4/2010 RRAs project “Trollstigen” on display over 13 pages in the nr. 4/2010 edition of The Norwegian review of Architecture -“Arkitektur N” – with special focus on "PARADISE ?" Also featuring interview with Reiulf Ramstad. Check link to june issue on web: Arkitektur N

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[6/15/2010] RRA IN “CASABELLA” - 790 n.6 giugno 2010 RRAs project “Trollstigen” for the national tourist route project Norway on display over 8 pages in the 2010 june edition of Italian architectural magazine “CASABELLA” – this issue with special focus on landscape + architecture. CASABELLA - a leading architectural magazine of Europe dating back to 1928. Check link to june issue (790 n.6 giugno 2010) on web: http://casabellablog.net/this-month/

[9/6/2010] RRA TO COMPETE IN NEW DESIGN FOR “STIFTELSEN ARKIVET”- A NATIONAL CENTER FOR PEACE-BUILDING RRA invited to redesign building for “Stiftelsen Arkivet” (The Archive) in Kristiansand. The competition aims to redevelop existing building with new extension and new exhibition for historical reflection and dialogue among generations. Through this process The Archive wants to further strengthen its position as a National Center for Peacebuilding The foundation “Stiftelsen Arkivet” is a center for documentation and education on the war years 1940-45 working with information, documentation, education, research, art & culture and with a Co-localization of other humanitarian organizations. The center is based in a building that served as The Gestapo regional headquarters during the 2nd World War, with the basement functioning as a detention and interrogation centre. “Stiftelsen Arkivet” believes that art can play an important role in encouraging reflection upon what peace and coexistence imply and are engaged in the productions of books, theatre performances, music arrangements, festivals and exhibitions. The foundation aims to work in cooperation with similar organisations across the world and has signed MoUs with Robben Island Museum in South Africa and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum in Cambodia.

[6/1/2010] NEW DESIGN FOR ENSJØ METRO STATION BY RRA? RRA in parallel assignment to develop new design for the Metro - Station at Ensjø Oslo. The Eastern Metrolines of Oslo were designed and constructed in connection to the development of the new suburbs of Oslo in the 60`s and is now in need of upgraded and customed infrastructure and design. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD). Competition due by mid august 2010.

[5/30/2010] RRA TO COMPETE IN DESIGN OF NEW SKI- MUSEUM RINDAL RRA invited to compete for New national Ski-Museum at Rindal County Museum RRA one of 3 firms invited to present proposal for the reconstruction and new extension and exhibition of a listed barn dating back to 1760 to be turned into a Ski/Sport Museum. The Museum aims to become a national ski museum relating to the knowledge and experience of the ancient Norwegian skiing traditions with an exhibition that will appeal to a broad audience.

[5/27/2010] RRA AND TEAM WINS INVITED COMPETITION FOR NEW REGIONAL CULTURAL CENTER OF STJØRDAL RRA and teams project “Sjørdarnsjenerøs” wins the invited design competition for the New Regional Cultural Center of Stjørdal, Norway. The Jury were unanimous in selecting the project as a winner. The Centers planned program includes a concert hall, cinema, library, hotel and church with proposed completion by 2013! Check link: http://www.bladet.no/kultur/article5132888.ece and http://www.adressa.no/nyheter/nordtrondelag/stjordal/article1486927.ece

[10/5/2010] RRA WINS INVITED COMPETITION FOR “NEW CHURCH IN KNARVIK” The jury today announced the winner of the limited competition for Knarvik kirke; a new church for the local municipality of Knarvik, near Bergen on behalf of Commissioner; The Lindås Ecumenical council. RRA are proud winners with project proposal: ”Knarvik Kyrkje”

[2/5/2010] RRA “OFFICE OF THE MONTH” IN APRIL ISSUE OF “ARKITEKTNYTT ” The 04 April Issue of “Arkitektnytt” presents RRA as “Office of the Month”. 3 pages with interview and pictures from our studio in Oslo. “Arkitektnytt” is the monthly magazine for the members of the National Association of Norwegian Architects –NAL.

[1/5/2010] DETOUR-EXHIBITION: REVISED VERSION FOR THE EXPO SHANGHAI 2010 AT NORWAYS PAVILLION, OPENING 1 MAY In connection to the Norwegian initiative on the Shanghai Expo 2010, the Foundation NORSK FORM, on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture, further refines The DETOUR Exhibition of The National Tourist Route Projects including RRAs project for "Trollstigen" Norway responds to the Expo 2010 "Better City, Better Life" - theme by exploring the urban citizens connection with nature. Nature is perceived as a source of inspiration, recreation and cleaner energy. DETOURS Norwegian landscape projects helps to reinforce the Norwegian pavilion motto: “Norway - Powered by nature”. During the 184 days of the Expo 2010 in Shanghai more than three million will visit The National Tourist Route Projects exhibition in Shanghai. 242 registered countries, organizations and all of China's provinces are participating at the EXPO 2010. After China the touring version of DETOUR will visit more of Asia with Japan, Korea and also India as a possible stop.

[4/26/2010] “CONTEMPORARY NORWEGIAN ARCHITECTURE 2000-2005”- INCLUDING RRAs PROJECT “UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ØSTFOLD” – THE TOURING EXHIBITION CONTINUES IN 2010 The National Museum of Norways touring exhibition "Contemporary Norwegian Architecture 2000–2005" on display also in 2010: Athens, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and now Kathmandu Nepal! The 50 buildings presented in the exhibition have been selected by a jury as the best examples of Norwegian architecture from the period 2000–2005 including RRAs “University College Østfold”. Contemporary Norwegian Architecture 2000–2005 is produced and curated by the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design Norway. The exhibition is sponsored by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

[4/21/2010] RRAS “BARENTS BUILDING” IN WEEKLY EDITION OF “TEKNISK UKEBLAD” RRAs project for “The Barents House” in the arctic border town of Kirkenes on display in this weeks Issue of “Teknisk Ukeblad”- The weekly Norwegian Technical Magazine RRAs has made a proposal for the worlds highest wooden building -“ The High North Centre” - to be located in Kirkenes. Read more on Reiulf Ramstad and RRAs ideas for the project. Link to article: http://www.tu.no/bygg/article240320.ece

[4/21/2010] RRAS “FAGERBORG KINDERGARTEN” IN TODAYS AFTERNOON EDITION OF “AFTENPOSTEN” RRAs project “Fagerborg Kindergarten” in Oslo on display in todays afternoon issue of Oslos daily newspaper “Aftenposten” Proud commisioner of the project is The Fagerborg Congregation.

[4/21/2010] Kick4Life WILL BE THE SEVENTH CENTRE HOST IN FOOTBALL FOR HOPEs “20 CENTRES FOR 2010“ CAMPAIGN. RRA PROUD ARCHITECTS BEHIND THE CENTRE. The aim of the 20 Centres for 2010 campaign is to create twenty Football for Hope Centres in disadvantaged communities across Africa as a legacy of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Each centre provides underprivileged communities with public health, education and football facilities.The centre in Maseru, Lesotho –by RRA Architects- will be located in the Police Training Grounds of Old Europa in Maseru and will help young people address social challenges such as HIV/AIDS awareness, education and testing; essential life skills; personal development and work training. Kick4Life will be responsible for running educational, public health and football programmes in the centre, as well as for ensuring community involvement and ownership. Construction is due to begin in September 2010, with completion set for March 2011. To read more about RRAs thoughts behind the project: Check link: http://www.designobserver.com/changeobserver/entry.html?entry=11637

[4/22/2010] RRAs “UNIVERSITY COLLEGE ØSTFOLD” TO BE RELEASED IN THE “asBUILT”-SERIES FROM THE “PAX PUBLISHERS” The PAX publishers to release 3 books in the “as BUILT”-series where it introduces selected projects representing the Norwegian contemporary architecture in an unusual level of detail. Book No 3 features RRAs projects “University College Østfold” and documents the individual building with technical specifications, photos and essays. Release date 30th of April at the National Museum of Architecture.

[4/15/2010] RRA FEATURED IN “MADE IN NORWAY", CONTEMPORARY NORWEGIAN ARCHITECTURE”- RELEASED AT THE EXPO SHANGHAI 2010, 1 MAY - 29 OCTOBER 2010. In connection to the Norwegian initiative on the Shanghai Expo 2010, the magazine Architecture N is currently releasing a book to show the very latest in contemporary Norwegian architecture. This book, which initially will be released in English and Chinese, will be launched during the opening of the Norwegian Pavilion, titled "MADE IN NORWAY, Contemporary Norwegian Architecture". The book features -among others - RRAs "Cabin, inside out "presented on 2 pages and is part of profiling Norway at the world exhibition EXPO 2010. The publication will reach a wide international audience and the project selection is based on the very best of Norwegian architecture, with particular focus on nature, environment and sustainability. The target group are participants at the Expos exhibition and conference, which this year is titled "Better City, Better Life". The theme for the Norwegian contribution is "Powered by Nature".

[3/30/2010] RRA FEATURED IN ITALIAN “ACCIAIO ARTE ARCHITETTURA” 19 pages on RRAs "Trollstigen" Prosject in the March edition of Italian Architecture Magazine “Acciaio Arte Architettura” Numero 41 Acciaio Arte Architettura has a precise aim: spread the culture of the use of steel as material in architecture and design. Acciaio Arte Architettura is published quarterly and addressed to a selected database of architects and professionals who are all active in the field.

[9/3/2010] REIULF RAMSTAD INVITED TO LECTURE AT ECOLE NATIONALE D’ARCHITECTURE DE LYON Reiulf Ramstad to lecture at l’Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Lyon, on the 11th of March 2010 (le jeudi 11 mars )à 18h in Lyon France The Lecture is part of promoting the travelling exposition "Detours Sxb: Architecture Et Design Le Long De 18 Routes Touristiques De Norvège". Now on display in Lyon at Archipel 21, Place Des Terreaux This exhibit is a collaboration between The Maison de l’architecture Rhône-Alpes, The foundation Norsk Form, Jan Neste Design,The Norwegian ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Royal Norwegian Embassy in France and Reiulf Ramstad Architects

[3/1/2010] …AND THE WINNER IS…RRA WINS ARCHDAILYS BUILDING OF THE YEAR 2009 AWARD IN CATEGORY “PUBLIC FACILITIES”! RRAs project at Trollstigen won ArchDailys’ Building of the Year Award 2009 In the category for Public Facilities! The National Tourist Route project at Trollstigen initially competed with 900 projects, and in the final only five projects remained in this category. ArchDaily is currently the most visited Architecture website in the world with more than 1,900,000 visits and 14,000,000 pageviews a month. We are proud winners! THANK YOU ALL FOR SUPPORTING RRA THROUGH TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

[2/16/2010] RRA GETS GREAT ATTENTION IN LOCAL PRESS OF MØRE OG ROMSDAL RRA was given six pages (!) in the local newspaper of Møre og Romsdal, Romsdals Budstikke last Saturday. The office was explicitly presented and five projects in the region plus their projects in Geiranger was described and presented with photos in the paper. Unfortunately the article is not online for those who’s interested.

[2/15/2010] RRA ONE OF FIVE FINAL NOMINEES TO ARCHDAILYS BUILDING OF THE YEAR 2009 AWARD Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekters project at Trollstigen have been voted by ArchDailys’ readers as one of the finalists for the Building of the Year Award 2009. In the category for Public Facilities the National Tourist Route project at Trollstigen is competing with four other projects in this category. Voting ends at February 28th. SUPPORT RRA THROUGH TWITTER OR FACEBOOK!

[1/2/2010] RRA IN TEAM TO COMPETE FOR NEW REGIONAL CULTURAL CENTER OF STJØRDAL RRA together with Lusparken Arkitekter, JST Arkitekter and Schönherr Landscaping selected to participate in design competition for the New Regional Cultural Center of Stjørdal, Norway. The Centers proposed program includes a concert hall, cinema, library, hotel and church! Project proposal due by end of April.

[2/5/2010] REIULF RAMSTAD INVITED TO LECTURE AT THE ”2010 BARENTS SPEKTAKEL” RRAs Reiulf Ramstad invited to lecture at the “2010 Barents Spektakel” in the arctic Border town of Kirkenes The lecture is part of the “Visionary Arctic Seminar” focusing on The High North Region with futuristic views of the roles of the Arctic with focus on settlement patterns in the High North as a result of centralisation, recent changes in the border relations and management of resources. Contributions from researches, city-planners, architects and artists. The arctic town of Kirkenes is the hub of regional relations between Norway and Russia. RRA has made a proposal for the worlds highest wooden building to be located in Kirkenes. The building will mirror the diverse interchange that is taking place between the two nations and symbolize innovations and new opportunities.

[1/20/2010] RRA PROJECTS FEATURED IN “MASTERPIECES: Chalet Architecture + Design” (VERLAGSHAUS BRAUN) The typical country homes of mountainous regions, chalets are gaining in popularity around the globe. Implemented in contemporary styles , they offer a refuge in nature from the hustle and bustle of daily urban life. The natural settings offer challenges and opportunities at the same time. The designs have to accommodate the topography of the landscape, combining regional typologies and modern styles. Whether high mountains, canyons, or cliffy coasts, “Masterpieces: Chalet Architecture + Design” presents 61 contemporary projects in which well-known architects and innovative designers pay their respect to nature – through sustainable construction methods and an esthetic style that appreciates and highlights the beauty and uniqueness of each landscape. “MASTERPIECES: Chalet Architecture + Design”, Michelle Galindo, Verlagshaus Braun, Switzerland 2009. 304 pages with 450 illustrations in English \| German \| French.

[1/19/2010] RRAS “FAGERBORG KINDERGARTEN” IN TODAYS EDITION OF “VÅRT LAND” RRAs project “Fagerborg Kindergarten” in Oslo on display in todays issue of daily newspaper “Vårt Land” Proud commisioner of the project is The Fagerborg Congregation.

[1/19/2010] RRAs PROJECT “TROLLSTIGEN” AT THE MAISON DE L`ARCHITECTURE RHôNE-ALPES Détours : urbanisme et architecture en Norvège”: Official opening The Maison de l’architecture Rhône-Alpes (House of Architecture Rhône-Alpes) jANUARY 19th 2010 in Lyon France Exposition "Detours Sxb: Architecture Et Design Le Long De 18 Routes Touristiques De Norvège". Détour à Lyon Du 19 janvier au 15 mars 2010 : Archipel 21 Place Des Terreaux This exhibit is a collaboration between The Maison de l’architecture Rhône-Alpes, The foundation Norsk Form, Jan Neste Design,The Norwegian ministry of Foreign Affairs, The Royal Norwegian Embassy in France and Reiulf Ramstad Architects

[10/1/2010] NEW CONSTRUCTION SITE no4 2009 - RRAs HOLMENKOLLEN STATION OSLO Construction in progress for the New Holmenkollen Station. To be completed in 2010 - in time for the OSLO 2011 Nordic Wold Ski Championship. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD)

[12/1/2010] NEW CONSTRUCTION SITE no3 2009 - RRAs KINDERGARTEN AT FAGERBORG OSLO Finally! Construction in progress for the New Fagerborg Kindergarten. Completion by x-mas 2010 Commisioner is the Fagerborg Congregation

[1/10/2010] RRA COMPETING TO DESIGN THE NEW “KNARVIK CHURCH” OUTSIDE BERGEN RRA selected to participate in design competition for the New “Knarvik Church”, at Lindås outside Bergen. Commissioner is The Lindås ecumenical council.

[12/17/2009] NEW CONSTRUCTION SITE no2 2009 - RRAs NATIONAL TOURISTROUTE AT SELVIKA “Due to the inclination of the site, and in order to create the reductive motion together with universal accessibility, the ramp had to be very long. The winding river of the path prolongs the approach and in so opens for new perspectives and experiences for the visitors.” Completion by summer 2010 Commisioner is the Norwegian Public Roads Administration

[12/1/2009] RRA'S MUSIC PAVILION FOR HENIE ONSTAD ARTS CENTER IN THE MUSEUMS YEARBOOK The yearbook describes the project; "the pavilion gives the Arts Center a greater scope for the implementation and presentation of their cross-artistic program and the presentation of the diversity of today's artistic expression”

[11/19/2009] RRAs PROJECT “TROLLSTIGEN” AT THE “C.A.U.E BAS-RHIN, STRASBOURG Détours : urbanisme et architecture en Norvège”: Official opening at C.A.U.E Bas Rhin on November 19th 2009 at Le Conseil d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement (C.A.U.E.) Exposition "Detours Sxb: Architecture Et Design Le Long De 18 Routes Touristiques De Norvège" Du 19 Novembre 2009 Au 8 Janvier 2010. Reiulf Ramstad to hold closing lecture on the 8th of January 2010. This exhibit is a collaboration between C.A.U.E , The foundation Norsk Form and The Royal Norwegian Embassy in France.

[11/21/2009] RRA WINS INVITED COMPETITION FOR THE NEW NORWEGIAN MOUNTAINEERING CENTER" RRA wins invited competition for “Norsk Tindesenter” to be located in Åndalsnes The jury states that RRAs winning entry "holds architectural qualities that could be a source of inspiration for local development and help to consolidate The Norwegian Mountaineering Center as a powerhouse for vertical outdoor activities in Norway". The Center is scheduled to open in 2011. Commisioner is The Norwegian mountaineering Museums Foundation.

[11/20/2009] DETOUR IN THE BIG APPLE The Architectural Exhibit “Detour” will open December 4th, 2009, at Parsons New School for Design in New York. By taking a detour on Norwegian Roads, you may find some surprising architectural gems. Now, some of these scenic highlights can be experienced without crossing the Atlantic. Along the fjords, waterfalls, mountains, coasts and countryside of Norway runs 18 National Tourist Routes. Through the development of the Detour project, a collaboration between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration and the foundation Norsk Form, close to 200 architectural projects have sprung along these routes, in the form of exciting stopping points, information centers, picnic areas, rest stops, and observation platforms, all projects being striking landmarks themselves. Among them - RRAs National Tourist Route project “Trollstigen“.The exhibition has travelled the world, with stops in Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Brussels and Bologna, and was most recently on view in the National Building Museum in Washington, DC, and at Center for Architecture in Philadelphia. Visit Detour in New York from December 4th through January 19th at Arnold and Sheila Aronson Galleries, Parsons The New School for Design. The exhibition is a collaboration between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration's Tourist Routes project and the foundation Norsk Form. On January 19th , the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum will host Detour: Art, Architecture, Cities and Landscapes, a symposium featuring an afternoon panel at 4:30 pm with architects and artists from Europe and the United States.

[10/21/2009] NEAR COMPLETION FOR RRAs URBAN APARTMENTBUILDING OSLO - 3 x 800 kg WINDOWS SUCCESSFULLY INSTALLED TODAY....CONSTRUCTION SITE no1 2009 RRA has designed 14 uniqe apartments for 5 storey apartment building “Korsgata 5” in the urban center of Grünerløkka, Oslo. All apartments have their unique design and size, developed on the basis of the idea of a compact and efficient living space that additionally embraces the qualities of the unique site, the river Akerselva that runs through Oslo. All apartments come with their own open-air terrace. To be fully completed december 2009. On the picture: 12 m2 window/800 kg on its way up up up on top

[10/9/2009] RRAs PROJECT “FAGERBORG KINDERGARTEN” IN WALLPAPERs OCTOBER 09 ISSUE RRAs project “Fagerborg Kindergarten” Oslo on display in the “Norway Revealed” section of October 09 WALLPAPER issue The Editors focus is on Norway as “home to a seriously interesting contemporary design scene that combines the Scandinavian Style with refreshing willingness to innovate”. Oslo is boosting its infrastructure and Wallpaper sees RRAs Kindergarten project as the “enhancement to the educational side of the scene”. The Fagerborg Kindergarten-project brings some new diversity to a 1920-50s residential area.

[10/8/2009] ”PANORAMI / SU CON I TROLL” RRAs flood-building for "Trollstigen" in the D lab section of “D la repubblica delle Donne” on october 3rd. “D delle Donne” is Italian newspaper “La Repubblica”´s weekend magazine for women. check link: http://dweb.repubblica.it/dweb/2009/10/03/lifeetendenze/lifeetendenze/052lab66552.html

[10/5/2009] EXCEPTIONAL INTEREST IN RRAs PROPOSAL FOR A PLANNED “HIGH NORTH CENTRE - BARENTSHOUSE” FOR KIRKENES Worldwide interest in RRAs project proposal for the “world’s highest building ever constructed in wood” – The High North Center for The Barents Secretariat in the arctic town of Kirkenes, Norway. The plans for the RRA project proposal is now widely published. Most lately in the article “Holzhochhaus für die norwegische Provinz” in Sunday edition of “Frankfurter Allgemeiner Zeitung” on October 3rd. check link faz: http://www.faz.net/s/Rub5C3A58B4511B49148E54275F4B025915/Doc~EBE4DB84B79384501A4C3FDEC26C510CB~ATpl~Ecommon~Scontent.html

[9/30/2009] REIULF RAMSTAD TO LECTURE ON RRAs NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES PROJECT AT THE “C.A.U.E BAS-RHIN”, STRASBOURG RRAs Reiulf Ramstad invited to lecture on RRAs national Tourist Routes projects at Le Conseil d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement (C.A.U.E.) - Strasbourg on january 8th The lecture is part of promoting the Exhibition “ Détours : urbanisme et architecture en Norvège” that opens at C.A.U.E Bas Rhin on November 19th 2009 till January 8th 2010. This exhibition is a collaboration between C.A.U.E , The foundation Norsk Form and The Royal Norwegian Embassy in France.

[9/17/2009] RRA COMPLETES INITIAL PROPOSAL OF THE NEW “TROLLVEGGEN SERVICE AND INFORMATION CENTER” The new service- and information center is located in the Romsdals Alps directly below “Trollveggen”; The Troll Wall - Europe's tallest vertical, overhanging rock face in The Romsdal Valley. On the opposite side of the valley, the Romsdalshorn peak towers to a height of 1,555 metres. Trollveggen is the craddle of mountain climbing sports in Scandinavia, which boast some of the world's most difficult climbs. The Romsdal valley has some of the tallest, sheerest cliffs in Europe and is a popular place for BASE jumping including "birdmen" jumping off cliffs in Wingsuits! This location allows for an exciting setting for the new service- and information center. RRAs proposal is carefully planned in relation to the Troll Wall. At the same time it is building a character and identity which in itself will be an attraction in the region. Center planned for completion summer 2010.

[9/4/2009] RRAs PROJECT FOR A NEW “SOUTH SAMI MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTRE” SELECTED AS 1 OF 3 WINNERS TO COMPETE IN FINAL PHASE RRAs project “Vaalje” selected for final phase in the open competition for “Saemien Sijte”; a new museum & cultural center for the South Sámi (indigenous people) of Norway. The new Museum and centre - located at Snåsa - will be a meeting and gathering place with the aim to strengthen South Sámi identity, language, culture and community. Commisioner is Statsbygg, The Norwegian Public Construction and Property Management

[8/26/2009] REIULF RAMSTAD TO LECTURE ON RRAS NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES PROJECT AT “PARSONS THE NEW SCHOOL FOR DESIGN”, NYC RRAs Reiulf Ramstad invited to lecture on RRAs national Tourist Routes projects at Parsons School of Constructed Environment in New York on September 10th The lecture is part of promoting the ”Detour” – Exhibition opening at Parsons, The New School for Design, in New York on December the 3rd. The exhibition is a collaboration between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration's Tourist Routes project and the foundation Norsk Form.

[8/25/2009] REIULF RAMSTAD TO HOLD CLOSING LECTURE FOR THE “DETOUR”-EXHIBITION” AT CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE IN PHILADELPHIA RRAs Reiulf Ramstad invited as guest lecturer when the “Detour” Travelling-Exhibition closes in Philadelphias “Center for Architecture” on September 9th (AIA Philadelphia). Detour: Architecture and Design along 18 National Tourist Routes in Norway is presented at the Center for Architecture in collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Embassy. ”Detour” - Modern Architecture in traditional Landscapes. The exhibition features architecture and design along 18 tourist routes in Norway, among them RRAs National Tourist Route project “Trollstigen“. This exhibition is a collaboration between the Norwegian Public Roads Administration's Tourist Routes project and the foundation Norsk Form. Exhibition On display in NYC in december and january next.

[7/3/2009] NEW AMAZING OUTLOOK POINT OFFICIALLY OPENED AT RRAs TROLLSTIGEN NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTE PROJECT Newspapers “Aftenposten” , “VG” and "Romsdals Budstikke” as well as NRK reported from the opening in july. Trollstigen in the heart of “Romsdalen” Norway is one of the most popular tourist-attractions to visit in Norway. The mountains which surrounds the Trollstigen area are majestic. Names like Kongen (the King), Dronningen (the Queen) and Bispen (the Bishop) confirms their majesty in this mountain world. check link to view the images from the opening day at rbnett.no: http://www.rbnett.no/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=RB&Dato=20090703&Kategori=BILDENYHETER&Lopenr=543606808&Ref=PH&Params=Itemnr=1

[8/11/2009] RRAs MIX CITY KIOSK-PROJECT IN“29GPS ARCHITECTURE-APPLICATION” The RRA MIX City-Kiosk Project is presented with a set of photos, with a radar (green,yellow or red, depending how far you are from the building) and a view that allows you to see the building pin pointed over Google Maps. 29HD Network creates interactive magazines for the Apple iPhone audience. 29GPS is a series of iPhone applications that showcase Design and Architecture. Daily, the iphone user gets exposed to new buildings and places with GPS navigation capabilities. The user can read about a story and then find their way to it from the same page. 29GPS Architecture features a daily selection of contemporary architecture and telling you exactly how far you are from it! 29GPS Architecture: A geo located guide to architecture in your pocket. Download with iTunes!

[8/12/2009] RRA PROJECTS FEATURED IN “ARCADIA- CROSS-COUNTRY STYLE, ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN Arcadia “Cross-Country Style, Architecture and Design is an expansive collection of contemporary alpine and backcountry architecture and interior design. The book profiles architects and designers who are embracing nature and creating provocative rural hideaways that adapt to their surrounding habitats and their topographical and climatic conditions. It features both traditional and progressive examples of private mountaintop homes and hotel lodges nestled in the forest landscape as well as bespoke furniture and interior designs inspired by nature and folklore. Arcadia is an inspiring reference that shows how the archaic idea of life in harmony with nature can be reflected in contemporary living. “Arcadia “Cross-Country Style, Architecture and Design”, Editors: R. Klanten, S. Ehmann, L. Feireiss, Gestalten Verlag (Berlin, London, New York and Tokyo) 2009. Scheduled release end of august.

[8/8/2009] RRA PROJECTS FEATURED IN “COLLECTION: LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE” Collection: Landscape Architecture presents the whole wealth of the fascinating sector of landscaping featuring 180 projects around the world – from the classic fields of horticulture and park design, to LandArt and urban outdoor design, which make do without grass and trees entirely, up to the current ecological themes of interior gardens and façade greening. 512 pages with 1200 illustrations. “Collection: Landscape Architecture”, Chris Van Uffelen, Verlagshaus Braun, Germany 2009. Scheduled release august 09.

[6/29/2009] D2 MAGAZINE: “SCENIC ROADS THAT PUT NORWAY ON THE WORLD MAP” Great article on the development of Norways National Tourist Route Project in D2 Magazine on 25th of June including RRAs “Trollstigen Mountain Lodge”- project (under development) and the mountain view –platforms. check link D2: http://www.dn.no/d2/arkitektur/article1695413.ece

[6/5/2009] PLANS REVEALED FOR SKY HIGH BARENTS HOUSE PROJECT RRA developing plans for the world’s highest building ever constructed in wood. It will become a monument of 16-17 floors, all built in natural materials with innovative and environmental solutions in all parts of the building. The Norwegian Barents Secretariat wants to materialize the role of the High North with the building of a signature building in the Arctic border town of Kirkenes

[5/28/2009] RRAS TØNSBERG TOWN HALL IN SCANDINAVIAN MAGAZINE "FORUM AID” RRAs new Tønsberg Townhall for Norways eldest city on display in Forum AID No2/2009 The Editor presents short updates on exciting Scandinavian architecture in progress

[4/20/2009] SUMMERHOUSE INSIDE OUT IN FRENCH “LE MONDE” French national newspaper “Le Monde” published “Summerhouse Inside Out” in its april 20th issue. “La maison aussi devient nomade – the house for nomads”

[5/30/2009] SUMMERHOUSE INSIDE OUT IN ITALIAN SPECCHIO + Italian magazine Specchio + published “Summerhouse Inside Out” in its May issue. “Vedo non Vedo” Specchio + is the special weekend issue of Italys most read newspaper “La Stampa”

[2/5/2009] SELECTED RRA PROJECTS ON DISPLAY IN INDIAS JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN “Architecture is an art of transitions”. The Indian Journal of Architecture to present 16 pages on projects “Trollstigen Tourist Route”, “Summerhouse Inside Out” and “University College Østfold” in may issue focusing on Norwegian architecture. In Special Issue VOL XXVI NO 5 MAY 2009 /

[1/4/2009] AGAIN! SUMMERHOUSE AT HVALER IN D2 MAGAZINE D2 (Norwegian Business Dailys weekend magazine): “Summerhouse Inside Out”…even kanYe West loves it....! check link D2: http://www.dn.no/d2/arkitektur/article1642484.ece /

[3/4/2009] RRAS SUMMERHOUSE INSIDE OUT FEATURED IN VG`S SPECIAL HOLIDAY ISSUE FOR EASTER VGs(the most read newspaper in Norway)featured RRAs Summerhouse Inside out in special holiday issue for easter 09 Published on april 3rd.

[3/20/2009] RRA ON DISPLAY 3: SUMMERHOUSE INSIDE OUT FEATURED ON PLATAFORMA ARQUITECTURA/ARCH DAILY The Plataforma Arquitectura (the most read architecture blog in spanish) and ArchDaily (its english version) is publishing selected RRA projects. First in line march 09: “The Inside Out House”, Norway check link: http://www.archdaily.com/15467/summerhouse-inside-out-hvaler-rra/

[3/19/2009] RRA ON DISPLAY 2: OSTFOLD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE FEATURED ON WORLD ARCHITECTURE NEWS World Architecture News published RRAs project “Ostfold University College, Norway” in February 09 check link: http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/index.php?fuseaction=wanappln.projectview&upload_id=11112

[3/17/2009] RRA ON DISPLAY: SELECTED PROJECTS FEATURED ON EUROPACONCORSI Europaconcorsi publishing a special feature on selected RRA projects: Villa on a slope / Inside Out House / Ostfold University College/ Ostfold County Muesum check link: http://europaconcorsi.com/people/40777-Reiulf-Ramstad-Architects/projects

[3/18/2009] RRA TO DEVELOP CONCEPT FOR A PLANNED “HIGH NORTH CENTRE - BARENTSHOUSE” IN KIRKENES The High North Center will be the physical framework for the regional institutional infrastructure of the Barents region - an iconic building in the high North of the world Commissioner is The Norwegian Barents Secretariat. The focus is on the Norwegian - Russian relations in the north and the secretariat serves the different institutions in the Barents Cooperation. The region consists of thirteen counties or similar subregional entities in Norway, Russia, Finland and Sweden.

[3/10/2009] RRA AND TEAM COMPETING TO DESIGN THE NEW “HARALDSPLASS” HOSPITAL IN BERGEN RRA together with Kristiansen & Bernhard Architects selected to compete for the 10.000 m2 redevelopment and design of The New “Haraldsheim” Hospital , the City of Bergens second largest hospital. Commissioner is The Bergen Deaconess Home Foundation.

[2/9/2009] DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE COMPLETED FOR THE ”FOLK MUSEUM ROMSDALEN” The development phase for the new exhibition building regarding the “Folk Museum Romsdalen” in Molde now completed. The project is scheduled to be constructed by 2011, in time for the Museums 100th anniversary.

[2/7/2009] RRAs REIULF RAMSTAD AND PEDRO CLARKE VISITING SITE IN LESOTHO WITH “ARTICLE 25” + “KICK4LIFE” Together with Article 25, Development + Disaster Relief RRA was on a feasibility trip to Lesotho in February 09 to visit "Kick4Life" and the potential site for a “sports based HIV/AIDS Awareness Centre” in Maseru Lesotho. Check link: http://www.article-25.org/lesotho-k4l.htm

[2/6/2009] RRA FEATURED IN “LOFT – THE NORDIC BOOKAZINE VOL # 8 EDITION” The article focuses on “Norwegian Public Architecture” and features RRAs projects regarding “Østfold University College” and “ Trollstigen National Tourist Route Project”

[1/23/2009] RRAs PROJECT “Cabin InsideOut” FEATURED IN “LE FIGARO” - THE MADAME FIGARO JANUARY 2009 EDITION” The summerhouse is published in the “deco-et-design/en-kiosque” section of Madame Figaro “La Maison – Un Art deVive Libre”

[12/15/2008] RRA WITH 2 PROJECTS IN “ARCHITECTURE IN NORWAY” - THE 2008 YEARBOOK RRAs is featured with projects “Cabin InsideOut Hvaler” and “City Kiosk Oslo” The yearbook is published by The National Museum for art, architecture and design on PAX Forlag (Publishers Oslo)

[12/13/2008] RRAs NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTE PROJECT IN “1000 X LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE” - PUBLISHED NOW In the book the publishers BRAUN VERLAG (Germany) presents a variety of a 1000 landscape art and architecture projects from all 5 continents with 5000 color illustrations. The book features RRAs project “Trollstigen” National Tourist Route project. The publishing date was 17th of November

[11/20/2008] RRA WINS INVITED COMPETITION REGARDING NEW HOLMEKOLLEN TRAIN STATION RRA wins parallel assignment for new design for Holmenkollen Train Station The new Station will be completed in time for the OSLO 2011 Nordic Wold Ski Championships. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD). Project published in newspaper “Aftenposten” 3rd of December 08

[11/19/2008] RRA WINS INVITED COMPETITION REGARDING THE NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES "ROERVIKFJELL " The Jury were unanimous in selecting RRAs project as a winner. Not only did it best fit the operational needs of the project but also offered the best relationship between the high quality landscape context that exists. “Roervikfjell” is 1 of 2 new Mountain View- and Information Platforms as part of the National Tourist Route-Development for "Gaularfjell"- a mountainrange in the west of Norway. The jury could not decide on one successful entry regarding “The Gaularfjell-Platform” so the 3 invited firms are to re-compete in order to propose a second project that will be decided upon in 2009. Check link: http://www.firda.no/nyhende/article3933200.ece

[11/11/2008] REIULF RAMSTAD APPOINTED AS A THESIS JUROR AT OSLO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE - AND DESIGN (AHO) Reiulf Ramstad appointed as a regular thesis juror at Oslo School of Architecture - and Design(AHO) from 2008 to 2011. Ramstad held the same position at the faculty of architecture at The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in the period between 2001 and 2006.

[12/11/2008] RRA COMMISSIONED TO DESIGN SUMMER HOUSE FOR PRIVATE CLIENT IN ØSTFOLD COUNTY We are commissioned to design a private summerhouse in charming “Fuglevik” near Larkollen in Østfold County . Picture shows the scenic view to the ocean with a picturesque island in front

[11/13/2008] REIULF RAMSTAD INVITED TO HOLD OPENING LECTURE AT “DETOUR”-EXHIBITION´S OFFICIAL OPENING IN BRATISLAVA, SLOVENIA RRAs Reiulf Ramstad to hold opening lecture when the “Detour” Travelling - Exhibition opens in Bratislava`s “design factory” on the 13th of November ”Detour” - Modern Architecture in traditional Landscapes. The exhibition features architecture and design along 18 tourist routes in Norway, among them RRAs National Tourist Route project “Trollstigen“. On display at Bratislava design factory 14 november – 4 december. Organisers: design factory, Royal Embassy of Norway and Norsk Form

[10/25/2008] RRAs PROJECT “TROLLSTIGEN” IN ROMSDALS BUDSTIKKE SATURDAY EDITION RRAs National Tourist routes project “ Trollstigen” featured article in the weekend Issue of Romsdals Budstikke link to article on web:http://www.rbnett.no/article/20081025/NYHETER08/238043727

[7/10/2008] RRA WINS INVITED COMPETITION FOR NEW RENOVATION / ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLE PLANT "ISI" BÆRUM WITH PROJECT PROPOSAL “ISI RIDER” RRA Together with Asplan Viak Consulting and Dr Techn. Ing. Kristoffer Apeland winner of project for new environmental recycle plant "ISI" in Bærum with the project proposal “ISI RIDER”. Bærum Municipalitys ambition is to create a innovative and future-oriented recycle plant that will offer a unique structure in European context regarding environment and groundbreaking solutions in terms of use of materials and energy.

[11/30/2007] RRAS SUMMERHOUSE AT HVALER IN "ARKITEKTUR N 07/07” Summerhouse at Hvaler published in Norwegian architecture Magazine ARKITEKTUR N 07/07 The Issue focused on the Norwegian tradition for vacation houses and cabins.

[5/9/2008] RRAs PROJECT NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES - TROLLSTIGEN Trollstigeplatået is by far the largest focus area for the National tourist routes, both by scale and budget. RRA won the invited competition for the project in 2004. The project is situated by a dramatic mountain pass between the deep fjords that cut into the west coast. This panoramic site can only be visited in summer season since weather conditions in winter makes it impossible to get there. The project consists of a series of elements: Flood barriers, water cascades, bridges, paths, landscape furniture, pavilions and panoramic platforms. All the elements are moulded into the landscape, something which allows the visitor an intimate experience of this stunning place. The architecture is like a thin thread that lets people observe the landscape from various spatial positions. The construction materials are corten steel and in-situ concrete The construction site is in its third year and some of the components opened for public this spring. The most spectacular of the panoramic platforms is under construction and is expected to be completed this fall, and open for the public next season.

[9/13/2008] OSLO OPEN HOUSE 2008 – RRA INVITES YOU TO VISIT OUR STUDIO! Our Office invited to participate in The Oslo Open House - Arrangement September 13th. WELCOME! Oslo Open House is an annual event where the citizens of Oslo can visit houses, offices, parks and places that are not usually open to the public and that represents an cultural and historical value to the City. OOH is arranged by OAF (Oslo Architects Association), NLA (Norwegian Landscape-architects Association), NIL (Norwegian Interior-architects Association) and Statsbygg (Norwegian Public Construction and Property Management).

[2/16/2008] UNE CABANE-SANCTUAIRE SUR UN ARCHIPEL NORVÉGIEN Summerhouse at Hvaler presented in “French Architectural Digest” (French AD) February Issue The article is presented by Marie Le Fort in the CultureAD section of French AD (Archinews and Arts )

[9/16/2008] RRA WITH 2 PROJECTS IN UPCOMING BOOK ”COVERED IN WOOD - THE USE OF WOOD IN BUILDING FACADES” (“KLEDD I TRE”- GAIDAROS PUBLISHERS 2008) In the book the publishers presents a variety of Norwegian projects with wood facades The book features -amongst others- RRAs two projects “Customs- and Excise Building” at Gardermoen Airport and “University College Østfold” in Halden. The publishing date is 16th of September

[12/12/2008] RRA WITH 3 PROJECTS IN ” NORDIC ARCHITECTS" NOW PUBLISHED BY ARVINIUS FORLAG STOCKHOLM 2008 RRA to present Villa on a slope Oslo, Inside Out Cabin Hvaler and Trollstigen National Tourist Route Geiranger Norway. “Nordic Architects” by David Sokol presents readers with an exploration of more than 70 of the most prominent architectural firms of the Nordic countries. Nordic Architects presents a practical and functional document showcasing both tradition and innovation in Nordic architecture. The book will include entries about the featured architectural firms which are accompanied by colour illustrations representing their work.

[8/8/2008] RRA INVITED TO TAKE PART IN DESIGNCOMPETITION REGARDING NATIONAL TOURIST ROUTES "GAULARFJELL" AND "ROERVIKFJELL" RRA to take part in designcompetition for 2 new Mountain View- and Information Platforms as part of the National Tourist Route-Development for "Gaularfjell" - a mountainrange in the west of Norway Gaularfjell is one of the future National Touristroutes of Norway along with "Havøysund" on the way to The North Cape where RRA is already commisioned to Design Selvika Outlook Point. Commissioner for the national Tourist Routes is the Norwegian Public Roads Administration

[2/7/2008] SUMMERHOUSE AT HVALER IN BONYTT MAGAZINE SUMMER ISSUE 2008 Coverage of RRA´s “Summer House at Hvaler” in feature article in summer edition of monthly interior magazine “BONYTT”. link to article on web: http://www.klikk.no/bolig/article307007.ece

[10/7/2008] SUMMERHOUSE AT HVALER IN D2 MAGAZINE : (NORWEGIAN BUSINESS DAILY) THURSDAY 10.07.08 Coverage of RRA´s “Summer House at Hvaler” in feature article regarding “New Norwegian Modernist Classics” link to article on web: http://www.dn.no/d2/arkitektur/article1443103.ece

[10/8/2008] SUMMERHOUSE AT HVALER IN "DAGBLADET´S WEEKEND MAGAZINE" SUNDAY 10.08.08 Coverage of RRA´s “Summer House at Hvaler” 8 pages with beautiful pictures by Roberto Di Trani in “Dagbladet Søndag” 10th of august

[8/18/2008] OFFICIAL OPENING ULLERNÅSEN TRAIN STATION Ullernåsen Train Station official Opening. RRA has completed the design of new Ullernåsen Train Station with official opening august 2008. The Station is part of the Kolsaas-Track; the main route for commuting between Oslo and the surrounding Akershus County. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD)

[9/2/2008] NEW DESIGN FOR BLINDERN TRAIN STATION IN TIME FOR UNIVERSITY OF OSLO`s 200TH ANNIVERSARY? RRA in parallel assignment for new design for Blindern Train Station RRA invited to propose new design for the outdoor trainstation at The University of Oslo Blindern Station. Train Station scheduled to be completed in time for University of Oslo´s 200th anniversary. Winner to be announced before summer. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD). RRA Proposal presented in "= Oslo" (Monthly magazine - spring 08) as part of RRA feature -article / interview by philosopher Christian Lysvaag.

[9/9/2008] NEW DESIGN FOR HOLMEKOLLEN TRAIN STATION IN TIME FOR THE 2011 NORDIC WORLD SKI CHAMPIONSHIP? RRA in parallel assignment for new design for Holmenkollen Train Station RRA invited to propose new design for the outdoor train station of Holmekollen Oslo. This is the home of the Holmekollen Ski Jump and Nordic Branch. Train Station to be built in time for the OSLO 2011 Nordic Wold Ski Championships. Commisioner is KTP AS (Oslo’s public transportation system LmtD)

[6/12/2008] RRA TO COMPETE IN DESIGN OF NEW MAIN BUILDING FOR OSTFOLD COUNTY MUSEUM RRA invited to take part in competition for New Museum building "Østfold County Museum at Borgarsyssel” RRA one of five firms invited to present proposal for new building for the Østfold County Museums. The new building will include exhibition facilities and administrative functions. Commissioner is The Østfold County Museum.

[6/30/2008] RRA IN COLLABORATION WITH LONDON-ARCHITECTS FOR HOLMENSENTERET SHOPPING MALL During 2007-08 Steen & Strøm’s existing shopping mall Holmensenteret in Asker has undergone a major renovation and rebuilding process. RRA was commissioned as local architect in collaboration with the London-based firm of HASKOLL Architects and Designers LmtD. The client’s intention is to bring new vitality to a pioneer among Norwegian shopping malls. While HASKOLL worked on the main concept and layout, RRA was responsible for the detailing and the furnishing of the communication-areas as well as the building permit finalizing. The shopping mall has been operative throughout the entire building process, which will be completed in the fall of 2008; finalized by the establishing of a new scenic lift with view of the harbour. .

[8/23/2008] RRAs PROJECT FOR MUSIC STAGE/PAVILLON AT THE HENIE ONSTAD ART CENTER OPENED Høvikodden LIVE is the Henie Onstad Art Centre's annual arena for interdisciplinary activities which focus on collaborations between different artistic projects and institutions and the interplay between different forms of art. RRA was commissioned by the HO Museum in January 2008 to design a permanent stage for this annual happening: The stage was completed after eight months in August 2008, and the official opening included a unique concert starring Motorpsycho and Deathprod in front of an audience of thousands.

[8/30/2008] RRA AND THE TRUMPETS ARE PLAYING RRA invited to take part in competition for permanent concert-stage at "Akershus Castle" Oslo to get a new permanent outdoor concert-stage at the medieval Castle of Akershus. Upon invitation from the Akershus Castles foundation for Arts and Culture (SAKK) RRA has completed a proposal for a musical Stage in settings that includes a Carp pond and the medieval Castle Church. It will be the permanent stage for the Norwegian Military Bands as well as for musical festivals and arrangements in Oslo.

[10/7/2008] RRA COMPLETED COMPETITION PROPOSAL FOR NEW RENOVATION / ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLE PLANT "ISI" BÆRUM Together with Asplan Viak Landscaping and Dr Techn. Ing. Kristoffer Apeland RRA completed a proposal for the new environmental recycle plant "ISI" in Bærum - Akershus County. RRA and team were invited to compete with two other teams. Winner to be announced end of October.

[4/5/2008] 14 APARTMENTS IN URBAN SETTING RRA has finalized the design for 14 uniqe apartments at “Korsgata 5” in the urban center of Grünerløkka ,Oslo. All apartments have their unique design and size, developed on the basis of the idea of a compact and efficient living space that additionally embraces the qualities of the unique site, the river Akerselva that runs through Oslo. All apartments come with their own open-air terrace. To be completed in spring 2009. For more information about the project: go to www.finn.no/eiendom (finnkode= 11905850)