This instalment introduces three Scandinavian practices: Ateljé Ö (Sweden), Johansen Skovsted Arkitekter (Denmark), and NORRØN (Denmark). The work of each of these young duos represents an intersection of approaches and unequivocal common values: functionalism, empiricism, and mastery. Functionalism, reflected in the search for how to respond to programmatic needs and well-being; empiricism, with a focus on respect and adaptability of the building to the place; and mastery, clearly visible in the rigour with which constructive details and traditional regional references are guided.

This instalment introduces three Scandinavian practices: Ateljé Ö (Sweden), Johansen Skovsted Arkitekter (Denmark), and NORRØN (Denmark). The work of each of these young duos represents an intersection of approaches and unequivocal common values: functionalism, empiricism, and mastery. Functionalism, reflected in the search for how to respond to programmatic needs and well-being; empiricism, with a focus on respect and adaptability of the building to the place; and mastery, clearly visible in the rigour with which constructive details and traditional regional references are guided.