Oslo Opera House: Book

The book titled, Snøhetta Works, presents some of the most important projects that the architects at Snøhetta have created, ranging from previous works like the Library of Alexandria, completed in 2002, to the Oslo Opera House that was completed in 2008.

Source:

"Lars Müller Publishers — Lars Müller Publishers." Lars Müller Publishers — Lars Müller Publishers. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Journal Article

Oslo Opera House

In the magazine, Masonry Design, I learned from the article "Oslo Opera House" that Snøhetta's concept for the look and function of the facility was chosen from a competition where more than 350 entries were placed. I also learned that "The Carpet" stone was Italian marble that was chosen because it remains in pristine condition even after being wet. A third thing that I learned about the building, was that it is anchored to bedrock and that the stone that interacts with the water is a Norwegian granite called "Ice Green."

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"Oslo Opera House." Masonry Design n.d.: n. pag. Web.

Oslo Opera House: Website

About The Opera House

The Opera, Ballet, Concerts in Oslo \ Den Norske Opera & Ballett website features detailed information on not only the tickets and performances at the opera house but can also tell you a little history about the Oslo Opera House. From information on its architecture-what materials were used, to the traditional hall and stage and audiences.

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"About the Opera House Den Norske Opera & Ballett." Operaen.no. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Film

In this video, the viewer can see the many different perspectives and interactions the people have with the Oslo Opera House. From tourists who marvel at this impressive structure and take photos as they walk on its marble roof, to the performers who sing and dance their routines on stage.

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"About the Opera House Den Norske Opera & Ballett." Operaen.no. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Feb. 2015. <http://operaen.no/en/Learn-more/About-the-Opera-House/>.

Architect Snohetta's Interview

Expertise and Intuition

In Architecture Norway, Jan Carlsen interviewed Kjetil Thorsen, one of the architects from the architecture firm, Snøhetta, and from the Oslo Opera House. In the interview, Jan's questions range from the first beginnings of Snøhetta, to the Oslo Opera House and even to some of the firm's other projects.

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Carlsen, Jan. "Expertise and Intuition: An Interview with Kjetil Trædal Thorsen, Snøhetta." Architecture Norway 10 May 2010: n. pag. Web. 4 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House & Surroundings

The Oslo Opera House is located on Bjørvika peninsula, right on the bank of the Bjørvika district where it creates a visual connection between the downtown and eastern areas of Oslo. This new Opera is part of the urban transformation of the city's waterfront will allow the city to continue to grow this former neglected, industrial waterfront into a public space.

Source:

"Oslo, Norway." Map. Google Maps. Google, 2014. Web. 2 February 2015.

Snøhetta Works. Baden, Switzerland: Lars Müller, 2009. Print.

Oslo Opera House: Interior Photograph

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[1] Foyer-These inclined columns bear the weight of the roof and includes the "Wave Wall" that is made of oak and is a symbolic barrier to divide where the ground and water are. 

[2] Main Auditorium-Is shaped like a horseshoe and can seat approximately 1,370 people. 

Source:

"Oslo Opera House - Snøhetta." Oslo Opera House - Snøhetta. N.p., 21 Apr. 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Drawing

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[1] "Oslo Opera House." Sketch by author. 2014.
[2] "Oslo Opera House Exterior"

I did a drawing of the exterior of the Oslo Opera House and tried to capture most of the aspects of the opera house. I drew the glass facades that are important in allowing great amounts of light to shed into the foyer. I also drew the shape of the roof-which is at a slope-so that the viewer could see the way people can walk on top of it. I added in the water to be able to see where the opera house ends and how they interact.

Source:

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Exterior Photographs

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[1] "The Carpet"- The main roof and other exterior areas of the building are covered in Carrara marble that have a textured surface to provide grip for shoes and have been placed diagonally so that the dirt can run off, allowing the surface to keep looking pristine. 

[2] Norwegian-Weaving Designed Panels 

Sources: 

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

"Oslo Opera House - Snøhetta." Oslo Opera House - Snøhetta. N.p., 21 Apr. 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Davey, Peter. "Grand Opera: Opera House, Oslo, Norway." Architectural review223.1336 (2008): 36-45. Web. 2 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Architectural Drawings

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[2] Plan 3

Sources: 

Shapiro, Mark. "DEN NORSKE OPERA COMPETITION." DEN NORSKE OPERA COMPETITION. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Program

Program: Home to the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet

Purpose: To be the national producer of opera, ballet, music and dance theater, and concerts.

Users: Musicians, audiences, tourists, performers, technicians, maintenance staff, etc.

Source: 

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015.

Oslo Opera House: Basic Facts

Name: Oslo Opera House
Alternate Name: Operahuset
Architect: Snohetta
Size: 38,500 m2
Date of Construction: 2003-2007
Year of Completion: 2008
Location: Oslo, Norway
Client: Statsbygg-The Norwegian Governmental Building Agency

Source: 

"Oslo Opera House / Snohetta." ArchDaily. N.p., 07 May 2008. Web. 02 Feb. 2015. 

Snøhetta Works. Baden, Switzerland: Lars Müller, 2009. Print.