Between Weather and Wood.

Hav og Fjell
Tromsø Norwegen

The houses of Hav og Fjell stand in a landscape that is already clearly defined. The buildings respond with a precise placement along the shoreline. Their alignment forms a readable structure between land and water. They appear less as individual houses and more as part of a linear order that creates orientation within the open terrain.

The color is rooted in local building tradition. The red feels functional and familiar. At the same time, it contrasts strongly with snow, water, and sky, giving the houses an unexpected presence.

The details are carefully considered. Balconies, transitions, and outdoor spaces connect interior and exterior while responding to climate and daily use. It is clear that everyday life, nature, and weather were considered together from the beginning.

What interested us about these houses is precisely this balance of simplicity and clarity. They feel neither iconic nor anonymous.

Perhaps that is their true quality. Architecture that does not speak about itself, but about the place in which it stands.

Here, one can enjoy the quiet, step away from daily routines, and at the same time actively experience the site, whether through fishing, boating, or simply watching the shifting light across the fjord. It is these simple and natural moments that make the stay so compelling.