Nestled into a hillside overlooking the Oslo fjord, Villa Oslo unfolds across four split-level storeys that follow the site’s natural slope. A glass façade stretches the full length of the house, opening wide to flood the interiors with light and dissolve the barrier between indoors and out – an uncommon luxury in Norway’s cold climate.

We extended this sense of continuity in our spatial design. Transitions between levels and materials are fluid, and there are no thresholds in the house.

The abundance of natural light, tactile surfaces and contrasting materials makes this minimalist home feel warm and inviting. A restrained palette of oak, pigmented concrete, mineral-painted plaster and patinated steel imbues the house with comfort and tactility, while raw wools and linens soften hard surfaces. Over time, these natural materials will grow more beautiful and deepen in character, their patina quietly recording the lives unfolding within these walls.

At the entrance, we commissioned a large handwoven artwork by Australian duo Crossing Threads. The yarns’ shifting tones mirror the colours of the house, their rich texture echoing the surrounding landscape.

An immense amount of work has gone into creating the sense of harmony you feel as you move through the house. Working with a team of consultants and specialists, we concealed all technical installations, pushing the boundaries of bespoke detailing. The four fireplaces are custom-made, each responding to the unique atmosphere of its space. The shower’s steel frame doubles as a light fixture. Mindful of the architecture’s hard surfaces, we paid particular attention to acoustics, creating a home that sounds as peaceful as it appears.Villa Oslo was completed in collaboration with Dark Architects.