Riddersvik, Hässelby

The houses have different dimensions and design features creating a pleasant dynamic in the area. Most units have their own utility garden and the terrace houses have their own glazed patio. Each apartment regardless of the size, blends into nature with a scale and disposition that invite to togetherness.

The project is a showcase for all the features of timber – from its raw use to its refined expressions. The straight and simplistic shapes of the houses are boldened by the unfinished façade panels which create a strong contrast to the fine woodwork details. The treatment of the wood surfaces varies too, showcasing the material’s many possibilities, creating an aesthetic identity for the neighbourhood. The colour and material of the houses create a frame around wild garden plots concentrated in two green areas. Families have generous spaces to plant vegetables and even install beehives.

The historical stroke from the old tree nursery is conserved and further defined by planted trees which offer a beautiful variation, as flowers and fruits such as apples, cherries, plums and pears, shift their life cycle throughout the seasons.