The purpose of this publication is to present examples of residential architecture in Scandinavian countries whilst looking at the criteria for assessment in the context of sustainable development and social aspects. The initiator of the competition for the best examples is the Norwegian Nordic Innovation Agency, which promotes Scandinavian architecture in the context of innovation and environment-friendly solutions.
The following complexes of housing development were analysed:
Denmark: 1. Ellebo Garden Room, 2. Future Sustainable Social Housing, 3. Upcycle House
Sweden: 1. Fittja People’s Palace, 2. Greenhouse Augustenborg
Finland: 1. Puukuokka Housing Block, 2. Siena and Umbra Housing Blocks
Norway: 1. Plus House Larvik
Nordic Innovations initiatives address both architectural projects and urban planning.
