{"id":2640,"date":"2025-07-14T15:01:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T15:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/?p=2640"},"modified":"2025-07-16T15:48:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T15:48:16","slug":"snohettas-wendelstrand-lakehouse-resembles-a-moss-covered-spine-in-sweden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/14\/snohettas-wendelstrand-lakehouse-resembles-a-moss-covered-spine-in-sweden\/","title":{"rendered":"sn\u00f8hetta\u2019s wendelstrand lakehouse resembles a moss-covered spine in sweden"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">Wendelstrand Lakehouse camouflages into nature<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/architecture-in-sweden\/\"><strong>Swedish<\/strong><\/a> town of M\u00f6lnlycke, outside Gothenburg, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/tag\/snohetta\/\"><strong>Sn\u00f8hetta<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s Wendelstrand Lakehouse stands as the central gathering space within a visionary development. Wendelstrand is at once a residential development and a community designed for interaction and leisure. The Lakehouse is the heart of this vision, offering spaces for work, dining, fitness, and events. It is both a functional hub and an architectural symbol of the area\u2019s sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Lakehouse, which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/architecture\/snohetta-breaks-ground-lakehouse-wendelstrand-sweden-02-01-2022\/\"><strong>broke ground<\/strong><\/a> in early 2022, is an elongated structure designed to camouflage with its natural surroundings. Its form evokes the shape of a spine, extending across the landscape and bridging the gap between the past and the present. This connection between old and new is further emphasized by the building\u2019s materials, which draw directly from the site\u2019s history as a former quarry.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144125 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"545\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-01.jpg\"><br \/>images \u00a9 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kallesanner.se\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kalle Sanner<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">Sustainable Design for Community Needs<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sn\u00f8hetta\u2019s design of the Wendelstrand Lakehouse is informed by the surrounding landscape. The lower floors of concrete and stone are embedded in the bedrock, offering a solid and grounded connection to the earth. With these materials to reflect the rugged terrain and the site\u2019s quarrying past, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.snohetta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>architects<\/strong><\/a> reinforce the relationship between the built environment and the natural landscape.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>At the core of the Lakehouse is an open atrium that rises through all the building\u2019s levels. This vertical space serves as a gathering point, allowing natural light to flood the interior and enhancing the building\u2019s sense of openness. The atrium is flexible, able to accommodate concerts, performances, or quieter moments of relaxation. It spills out into an open-air amphitheater, which overlooks Lake Landvetter, blurring the line between the built and natural world.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144126 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"546\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-02.jpg\"><br \/>Wendelstrand Lakehouse is the heart of a new residential development in M\u00f6lnlycke, Sweden<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wow wow-yellow\">sn\u00f8hetta\u2019s Hub for Community Building in sweden<\/h2>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Sn\u00f8hetta\u2019s commitment to sustainability is clear throughout the Wendelstrand development, and the Lakehouse is no exception. The building incorporates energy-efficient solutions and a careful selection of materials that minimize its environmental footprint. A key aspect of the design is its connection to nature. The functional green roof, resembling a treetop canopy, is covered with native plants such as moss, grass, and wildflowers, which help manage water runoff, mitigate heat, and promote biodiversity.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The top floors of the lake house continue the theme of nature-inspired design. Constructed from glulam and laminated timber, these levels reflect the forested surroundings with their warm, organic textures. Large glass panels, adorned with strategically placed patterns, mimic the interplay of light through treetops, while also improving the building\u2019s energy efficiency by reducing solar heat gain.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144127 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"545\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-03.jpg\"><br \/>the building\u2019s form reflects the natural landscape, drawing inspiration from the site\u2019s quarry heritage<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144128 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"1022\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-04.jpg\"><br \/>concrete and stone dominate the lower floors, grounding the building in its natural surroundings<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144129 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"1022\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-05.jpg\"><br \/>a central open atrium connects all levels and serves as a flexible gathering space<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<p>\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1201\" alt=\"snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-06a\" style=\"width: 100%;height: auto\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.designboom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-06a.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>the open-air amphitheater overlooks Lake Landvetter<\/p>\n<p \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1144130 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"sn\u00f8hetta wendelstrand lakehouse\" width=\"818\" height=\"1023\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.www.good-broker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-07.jpg\"><br \/>the building incorporates sustainable systems and is topped by a green roof<\/p>\n<p>\t<!-- CLOSE ARTICLE CONTENT --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fullwidth-image\">\n<p>\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" alt=\"snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-08a\" style=\"width: 100%;height: auto\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.designboom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-designboom-08a.jpg\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"layout-box\">\n<div class=\"page-content\">\n<p>native plants on the rooftop help with water runoff, heat management, and biodiversity<\/p>\n<p \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>\t<!-- OPEN ARTICLE CONTENT -->\t<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>project info:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>name:\u00a0<\/strong>Wendelstrand Lakehouse<\/p>\n<p><strong>architect:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snohetta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sn\u00f8hetta<\/a>\u00a0| <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/snohetta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@snohetta<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>location:\u00a0<\/strong>Wendelstrand, M\u00f6lnlycke, Sweden<\/p>\n<p><strong>previous coverage:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/architecture\/snohetta-breaks-ground-lakehouse-wendelstrand-sweden-02-01-2022\/\">February 2022<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>photography: <\/strong>\u00a9 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kallesanner.se\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kalle Sanner\u2060<\/a> \u2060| <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kallesanner\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@kallesanner<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\/architecture\/snohetta-wendelstrand-lakehouse-sweden-residential-development-molnlycke-07-14-2025\/\">sn\u00f8hetta\u2019s wendelstrand lakehouse resembles a moss-covered spine in sweden<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designboom.com\">designboom | architecture &amp; design magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wendelstrand Lakehouse camouflages into nature \u00a0 In the Swedish town of M\u00f6lnlycke, outside Gothenburg, Sn\u00f8hetta\u2018s Wendelstrand Lakehouse stands as the central gathering space within a visionary development. Wendelstrand is at once a residential development and a community designed for interaction and leisure. 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