The new extension for the Fram Museum will be dedicated to polar exploration and environmental education. A thorough sustainable approach was essential for the project to minimise its environmental impact.
The simple, full-span wooden hull provides flexibility in adapting to changing needs. Locally sourced wood is inspired by FRAMs own original wooden construction and used for the cladding and the structure, while concrete is limited to infrastructure elements.
Glass is used sparingly, where its impact is the strongest, such as towards the fjord and the surrounding vegetation.