Tradlab TRE
2024.11.23 10:42
TradLab TRE is a new building at Norsk Folkemuseum, Norway’s largest museum of cultural history. The project has been designed with a focus on traditional construction methods, natural materials, reuse, and a low carbon footprint. TradLab TRE will be a hub for teaching and showcasing traditional craftsmanship to schools and museum visitors.
Developer:
Norsk Folkemuseum
Municipality:
Oslo
Status:
Project
Project description
Traditional craftsmanship uses methods and ways of thinking that were developed in a time when we had fewer resources and had to work in harmony with nature. TradLab TRE and its construction will be a natural part of the museum’s communication of this way of thinking.
Traditional Craftsmanship:
- The building process itself will demonstrate methods rooted in historical practices, emphasizing resource efficiency and harmony with nature.
- Construction techniques include simple, durable solutions, showcasing both traditional craftsmanship and sustainable design.
- Reused materials from the barn Nedre Sem in Asker, another FutureBuilt pilot project, will be used. Massive old wooden beams from the barn will form part of the structure, while leftover beams will be repurposed in wall infill using the "kubb" technique, combining wood and clay.
- Timber sourced locally from the site of the new Museum of the Viking Age and sustainably harvested trees from nearby forests is also used. Some logs have even been transported traditionally by horse.
- A workbench workshop for students in construction trades.
- A whittling space ("spikkotek") for teaching children and young people carving and shaping techniques.
- A window restoration workshop, highlighting the museum's ongoing preservation and maintenance of its historic buildings.
The building will house:
FutureBuilt Innovation Pilot: As a FutureBuilt pilot project, TradLab TRE emphasizes innovation in sustainability and the integration of historical knowledge with modern environmental goals.
Sustainable Features:
- High reuse rate: Demonstrating circular economy principles by repurposing materials and reducing waste.
- Natural materials: Locally sourced wood, clay, and other environmentally friendly resources minimize the carbon footprint.
- Preservation of heritage: Traditional techniques ensure the building complements its historic surroundings while educating future generations.
TradLab TRE will serve as a vibrant educational and cultural resource, bringing together old-world craftsmanship and contemporary sustainability to inspire and educate those who visit.