Spisshusene (The Pointed Houses)
Description
Lia, 9170 Longyearbyen
The characteristic "pointed houses" are arranged in parallel rows in Lia, above the central settlement area. The nickname comes from the steep roof pitch and the continuous row of gables. The residential houses are colorful and were the first to be painted according to what would become a color plan for the buildings in Longyearbyen. The houses are built on stilts, and most of the structural system is concealed by a latticed "skirt."
The rows of houses follow the north-south direction of the Longyear Valley, with the gable facades facing west. They are adapted to the terrain and angled in relation to Hilmar Rekstens vei below. Road 230 branches off to the six rows of houses, which together comprise 38 residences. The outdoor areas are partially developed with shared barbecue spots and playground equipment.
The rows of houses follow the north-south direction of the Longyear Valley, with the gable facades facing west. They are adapted to the terrain and angled in relation to Hilmar Rekstens vei below. Road 230 branches off to the six rows of houses, which together comprise 38 residences. The outdoor areas are partially developed with shared barbecue spots and playground equipment.
Year of construction
1976
Architect
Martin Henriksen, arkitekt MNAL, Bergen
Client
Store Norske Spitsbergen Kulkompani
Building Type
housing
Construction System / Materials
woodwork
Literature
Litteratur; Grete Smedal, Longyearbyen i farger – og hva nå? Eide forlag 2001
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