The stacked rotation of a variable core + facade module produces a flexible system for a new tourism infrastructure in Lofoten, Norway.
Horizontal facade + vertical core
Superstructure + prefab core
Local sea kill marker (navigation tower) study model
Stand-alone vs. stacking module
Wayfinding network for Flakstad, Lofoten.
Assembly diagram
Designed to fit two modules per standard shipping container
Transportation and erection
Flexible program
Stand-alone bathroom module
Stand-alone bathroom module
Stand-alone bathroom module
Stacking and rotating tower module
1 Collar bracket at beam/column/foundation connection
2 Core structure breakdown (welded steel "V" column + beam + inner wall panels)
3 Collar bracket at beam/column connection
4 Guy-wire to foundation connection detail
Suggested by the Flakstad municipality, Draugen functions as the gateway to the southernmost portion of Lofoten. The wayfinding tower will join existing programs such as picnic shelters, toilets, parking, and trash disposal to complete the identity of the site as a rest and information stop.
Information/viewing experience
level 1 >>> draugen
level 2 >>> peak and bridges
level 3 >>> northern lights and midnight sun
level 4 >>> fredvang fishing village