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Beyond Labels
Full text linkBeyond Labels: Towards a New Paradigm of Mental Healthcare Systems explores the future of mental health care through a Systems Oriented Design approach, rethinking the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD and other mental health issues. The project critiques the biomedical model’s focus on diagnostic labels and symptom management, advocating for trauma-informed, holistic care that addresses emotional distress at its root. Combining interdisciplinary research, speculative design, and participatory workshops, it provokes critical dialogue among stakeholders. The vision is a mental healthcare system that embraces diversity, prioritises healing and fosters empathy, equity, and resilience across all levels of society.
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From Voices to Action: Embracing Youth for Inclusive Futures
No full textThe urban gender gap amongst youth is the symptom of society being inadequate for all youth. Through strategic use of interaction design, this master thesis explores how to design for inclusive public spaces embracing youth, for socially sustainable futures.
A portfolio of four interventions attacks this wicked problem from different system layers. We hypothesize that clear guidelines for ethical youth participation, digital services on youths premises, and a system prepared to respect and respond to youths input, enables the positioning of youth as co-creators in urban development. By providing young citizens with the tools to take ownership of their lives, their opinions, and their surroundings, we recognize youth as important society builders. The goal is not to force all youth to engage, but to provide opportunities so that those wishing to become a societal resource, can.
Going from voices to action, we embrace youth for inclusive futures.
We propose:
1: Medvirkningsinstruksen: A framework for valuable participatory processes.
A catalyst for user-centric development in all fi elds. Innovation now answers to real user needs.
2: Digital services on Youth’s Premises: A package of opportunities for accessible public services.
Providing young citizens with the foundations and tools to take ownership of their lives, for fewer differences, and a more resourceful society.
3: Kompass: A participation supervisor and insight bank for enablers in urban development projects.
Inhabitant-focused urban development, resulting in inclusive urban landscapes.
4: Fleks: Youth hired as placemakers.
Shifting youth from passive participators to active co-creators, redefining participatory processes.submittedVersio
Revitalize the River: A Regenerative River Landscape Proposal to Flåm, Aurland
No full textThe increasing frequency and severity of flooding events due to heavy rainfall patterns and rapid snow melting, impacting human infrastructure and homes, underscores the urgent need for action. Such events are about to reach the extent where the effects can no longer be overlooked.
This diploma project delves into the transformation of the former delta areas, once filled and contaminated by tunnel masses and similar in the 1960s and 1970s. Today, these areas mainly contain industrial or touristic infrastructures, which obscure their ecological and floodable functions, functions that previously allowed water to expand and contract in several layers on land.
Context
Climate change is predicted to escalate the annual perception and rain season on the West Coast of Norway, already challenging the steep valleys with a limited regulated water course similar to this area. Within the same landscape context, many river deltas have historically been viewed as useless land, thereby being filled to improve future development of infrastructure and industry. Defining climate change as an important driver to change while implementing river and fjord dynamics as the main characters, the development strategy of the municipality is reversed. To enable a change in approach to these landscapes, containing areas of risk situations due to various hazards, the question is: How can we enable a population and tourist attraction like Flåm to coexist with the hazard without putting people at risk? Why are hazards almost always identified with catastrophes and limits to act?
Project
By embracing the fluidity of water and its potential within a large-scale landscape, the design presented in this diploma offers a beacon of hope for the floodscape of Flåm. The proposed framework for a flood-safe landscape allows diverse life forms to interact with their connected edges and fosters a variety of life in and along the river edges.
Concept
Though opening up the riverscape within the floodplain with different islands and edges, designing for potential expansions and contractions, invites different edges to be presented in the landscape where land and water meet. Hosting the two different waters, river and sea, while inviting life to the water edges, the area additionally facilitate different programs in the delta area.
Design
The design is separated into two parts, separating the delta area from the valley. The design set a framework for a flood-safe landscape, where the different types of life can interact with their important waterscape.
The delta area. The interventions utilize dikes and floodable islands constructed of previously structured land, to enable a stable floodable riverscape while keeping the important infrastructures such as railways, built areas, and land, in which people gather safe from flooding.
The valley. Utilizing the map of the historical meanders and their connected topsoil layers, the structures of the future meanders are linked to create a space for water to breathe within the cultural landscape.submittedVersio
Preserving the Past and Building the Future at Ensjø: Transformation and Contextual Urban Design
No full textThis diploma proposes an alternative redevelopment layout for an industrial site at Ensjø, Oslo, Norway, employing adaptive transformation, soft mobility, and contextual urban design as core methodologies. By adopting a site-switch strategy, it integrates housing, a school, and a park into a cohesive, area-wide proposal aimed at addressing the urban challenges associated with Hovinbyen’s regeneration.
A general critique of Hovinbyen’s development can be seen in the disputes over redeveloping Grenseveien 71. Bringing together quality housing with historical preservation, as well as the creation of an interconnected urban fabric with public squares, green spaces, and neighbouring programs, has proven to be both ambitious and complex, requiring the participation of a variety of public and private parties. Even well-intentioned projects, such as the neighbouring Ensjø Primary School and park, risk becoming urban afterthoughts without a comprehensive vision.
Thus, what if the former Coca-Cola building (Grenseveien 71), Ensjø School (73), and the new park (91) were seen not as separate ventures but as pieces of a cohesive puzzle? A site-switch approach could weave the programmes together, creating a denser, more identity grounded school design that merges with the park while adaptively reusing existing structures. Imagine a school that extends beyond its boundaries, sharing space and functions with the surrounding community and blurring the lines between public and private, learning and leisure. Concurrently, the housing zone could be relocated to an area with fewer restrictions, where it could harmonise with green spaces in a manner consistent with the character of nearby neighbourhoods.
The challenge for Ensjø, and for Hovinbyen at large, is not merely building more but building contextually—designing spaces that integrate the area’s historical character while addressing future demands. With insights from interviews with industry figures from the pre-diploma, this diploma necessitates an alternative urban development approach to acheive transformation, green corridors and social infrastructure forming the backbone of a truly connected neighbourhood
Tilgjengelige rom for vekst
No full textI dialog med Asker kulturhus ble det uttrykt et ønske om å etablere juniorklubber som et nytt tilbud i kommunen. Juniorklubber, rettet mot barn i alderen 5.–7. klasse, tilbyr et trygt sted for lek, læring og sosial utvikling. Men til tross for et klart behov, har Asker kommune møtt utfordringer knyttet til økonomiske omstillinger, blant annet grunnet regjeringens nye inntektssystem.
Med dette utgangspunktet skiftet fokuset fra å etablere en ny juniorklubb til å utforske hvordan eksisterende ressurser kan styrkes innenfor de stramme økonomiske rammene. Målet har vært å identifisere tiltak som kan gjennomføres allerede i dag, samtidig som de legger grunnlaget for fremtidige og langsiktige løsninger.
For å kunne tilby gode tjenester er det nødvendig at kommunen tester og lærer innenfor dagens ressursrammer. Gjennom innsiktsarbeidet ble det klart at et velfungerende tilbud må dekke tre hovedbehov: et trygt sted, tilgang til materiell og tilstedeværelse av trygge voksne.
Disse innsiktene ledet til utviklingen av intervensjoner rettet mot tre nye tjenester for Asker:
Kreativt verksted
En arena der barn kan utforske kreative hobbyer og aktiviteter som maling, håndverk og gjenbruk, samtidig som de får støtte fra veiledende voksne i et inspirerende miljø.
Digi hub
En digital møteplass der barn kan delta i spill, læring og sosiale aktiviteter under veiledning av trygge voksne, med fokus på inkludering og kreativ utfoldelse.
Mini pop up
Et mobilt tilbud som bringer kreative aktiviteter og sosiale opplevelser til ulike deler av kommunen, og gir barn en fleksibel møteplass der de bor.
Intervensjonene er designet for å bygge videre på eksisterende strukturer som biblioteker, skoler og fritidsaktiviteter, og bidra til å styrke de tilbudene som allerede eksisterer. Prosjektets hovedmål er å inspirere Asker kommune til å utforske alternative tilnærminger til etterskoletilbud for barn. Ved å fokusere på bærekraftige løsninger og gjenbruk av ressurser, kan intervensjonene også være relevante for andre kommuner som står overfor lignende utfordringer.submittedVersio
Dextera
No full textStroke is one of the leading causes of disability globally, affecting millions of lives each year. It causes a wide range of physical and cognitive impairments impacting quality of life. Stroke rehabilitation is a critical aspect of recovery, as it often involves addressing both physical and cognitive challenges in daily lives of survivors.
This project takes inspiration from the complexities of stroke recovery, focusing on how design can support fine motor skill rehabilitation in an intuitive and enjoyable way. By exploring forms that encourage movement, fidgeting, and tactile engagement, the aim is to create tools that not only aid physical recovery but also provide a sense of interaction and personal connection.
Through this exploration, the project seeks to develop a set of fidget inspired tools that integrate functionality and playfulness. The outcome is not only a therapeutic set for rehabilitation but also a discussion on how design can transform the experience of recovery into something motivating and empowering. Reflections on the design process and its potential for future applications are also included.
The set is designed to align with different difficulty levels in the recovery journey,
as determined through consultations with therapists. While these levels can vary from person to person, DEXTERA provides an adjustable set tailored to individual needs, allowing users to track their progress throughout their recovery.
The process combines insights from ergonomic studies, stroke survivor feedback, and iterative prototyping to identify forms that promote dexterity and hand strength. Attention is given to how dynamic shapes can facilitate diverse hand movements, fostering both physical and cognitive stimulation.submittedVersio
Lost and found: reimagining the architecture of in-between spaces in Oslo
No full textThis project is an investigation of leftover spaces in Oslo. Through an analysis of their past and present, and a speculation for their future, the aim is to shed light on these often overlooked spaces and look at them through a different lens – one that utilizes architecture to contribute to a more public and non-commercial Oslo.
Through small-scale architectural interventions, the project focuses on seven “in-between spaces” — pockets of the city that are frequently passed through but not so often thought about. They are points of transition — edges, corners, voids, and pauses. Like the scattered kiosks of Oslo’s past, these spaces follow the same logic as the kiosks: they are not destinations, never the end goal, but somewhere that invite momentary interaction. This project explores the in-between spaces of Oslo as sites for these moments.
The backbone of the project is the attempt to combine the needs of the citizens (animals as well) with the public space. Looking at what already exists in the space; structures, urban objects, trees, plants, surfaces and infrastructures, and working with the objects of interest in these sites, as well as three different strategies; maintaining, transforming, and curating: Lost and found is about looking in forgotten corners and pockets of the city, and finding these small gestures that invite momentary interaction. All public spaces need not to be destinations or end-goals.submittedVersio
Dynamic notes acrossing layers
No full textDynamic notes acrossing layers is an explorative design project investigates the new possibilities generative AI brings to note-taking in learning settings. The project focuses on how AI can collaborate effectively with humans to enhance the learning experience.
Many challenges in note-taking during the learning process stem from limitations in cognitive abilities and working memory capacity, which often prevent notes from achieving their intended effectiveness. AI-driven contextual support can effectively address these limitations while fostering active engage-ment in learning.
The core idea of this diploma project is leveraging AI’s context-building capabilities to create easy and accessible context support for learners to better engage with their studies and navigate freely along the learning chain.
This system offers three levels of information tailored to different stages of learning:
--Full Text Mode, Designed to establish a comprehensive framework of the topic, it provides a rich learning context as its foundation. It is ideal for users preparing for or actively engaging in lectures, helping them dive deeply into the subject matter.
--Extend Mode, Focused on strengthening the connection between notes and their background context, it promotes deeper learning by uncovering and creating meaningful links. It is best suited for users seeking to maintain a continuous encoding process throughout their learning journey.
--Review Mode, Simplifying the topic to its core essentials, it is designed for efficient and engaging content presentation, coupled with opportunities for self-reflection. It is perfect for users who have diverse purposes for their notes, such as quick reviews or targeted revisions.
For practical use, the system is designed for versatile use, integrating with iOS and being a part of apple intelligence to let users gather and incorporate materials from anywhere and anytime. It is not limited to browsers or specific software, which also lowers the threshold to access and enhances flexibility.submittedVersio
From Station to Destination
No full textHønefoss, a city on the brink of transformation. As a regional hub in the growing Ringerike municipality, its strategic location within Norway’s transportation network has long been underutilized due to outdated infrastructure. This thesis examines the unrealized potential of Hønefoss train station, and proposes its redesign as a driving force for sustainable urban growth, centered on the long-awaited Ringeriksbanen project. By reducing travel times between Hønefoss-Oslo, and Oslo- Bergen, this rail upgrade would establish Hønefoss as a critical transportation hub, enhancing regional connectivity and encouraging a shift away from car dependency.
The station, as it stands today, represents all the missed opportunities the city has been promised for such a long time. Its a project that could become a portal to the region, catering to travelers from Oslo and beyond, while responding to the needs of Hønefoss’s expanding population. Instead of perpetuating car dependency through projects like the new E16 by “Nye Veier”, or Dronninga’s new “floating city” at Sundvollen, prioritizing Ringeriksbanen could contribute to the national goals for sustainability, reduced emissions, and balanced regional development within the interCity region.
The project in hand seeks to picture the new Hønefoss train Station as a keystone of sustainable growth. The station itself, envisioned not only as a functional transit node, but as a vibrant urban space in development. It would catalyze transit oriented development, enhance quality of life for new residents, and attract new visitors to the region. The thesis highlights the urgency of fulfilling a long standing promise to connect Hønefoss more effectively with Oslo, and the rest of Norway.
The proposed station design embraces the elevated railway typology, optimizing urban flow by seamlessly connecting pedestrians, buses, trains, and vehicles into a unified transit-oriented development project. Inspired by modern Norwegian stations like Skøyen and Ski, the design is envisioned as a light and practical structure that respects the industrial heritage of Hønefoss while revitalizing the underused “Meieritomta” site.
The new Hønefoss central station aims to bridge the gap between the city center, residential area, and industrial zone, all without obstruction on the old railroad plateau. Conceptually, the new station functions as an urban machine, accommodating pedestrians, a bus terminal, regional and national trains, as well as car and commuter traffic. It is a symphony of movement, with machines interacting seamlessly. The design serves as a handshake between these different modes of travel, offering space for all while navigating through the complex flow.submittedVersio
GROUNDWORK FOR THE FUTURE Multidisciplinary fieldwork as the foundation for resilient design?
No full textCan multidisciplinary explorations guide architects towards more resilient design?
Groundwork
This diploma investigates an approach for laying down the groundwork to guide architects towards resilient design. In this context, the more figurative definition of the word ‘groundwork’ is used and refers to the foundational principles behind the design process itself. The work of preparing for work that will be done later.
For this diploma project we explore how multidisciplinary fieldwork and collaboration can form the foundation for architectural design, using tourism development in Vardø as a case study.
Vardø, like many small communities along the northern coast of Norway, is currently going through yet another economic recession. With further predictions of depopulation and loss of employment opportunities, Vardø is looking towards tourism as a possible sector of growth.
Invited by the research group ‘Area under press in Varanger’ we joined a diverse group of experts to explore the complex interplay of natural, cultural, and economic forces shaping this region.
Through fieldwork and dialogue, we identified critical questions that guided further explorations. These explorations formed the basis for two distinct architectural responses: a revised regulatory plan for the Svartnes/Smelror area, aimed at developing the land for tourism, and a smaller-scale intervention—the adaptive reuse of an old farmhouse as a recreational rental.
Rooted in the concept of resilience, our approach explores how development can balance ecological preservation with economic growth. We view architects as mediators between gained knowledge and physical form, uniquely positioned to address challenges such as climate change, land-use conflicts, and evolving local industries.
Viewing the entire process as a case study, the architectural responses serve as a framework for exploring and testing these insights in practice. Through reflection, we aim to understand the benefits and challenges of attempting to perceive the
world through the lens of other disciplines.submittedVersio