Janike Kampevold Larsen (Oslo School of Architecture and Design) and Craig Dykers (co-founder of Norwegian architect firm Snøhetta) speak on the topic of architecture in nature. The event is hosted by the Royal Norwegian Embassy and Innovation Norway.
Please RSVP by December 3rd: rsvp.emb.washington@mfa.no
Venue: the Abramson Family Recital Hall,
Katzen Arts Center, American University
4400 Massachusetts Ave., Washington, DC 20016
(Free parking under the Katzen Arts Center)
Speakers
Janike Kampevold Larsen is a post doctoral fellow at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design, where she works with the relationship between architecture and nature. Larsen is currently writing a book about the ongoing Tourist Route Project which comprises 18 “scenic byways” throughout Norway. Mountains, fjords and coastline frame the travel experience. Bold architecture placed in magnificent natural scenery gives the attraction its special character.
Craig Dykers received his Bachelors in Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin in 1985, and co-founded the transdisciplinary architecture, landscape and interiors company Snøhetta in 1989. Since then, he has worked to create several regional offices for Snøhetta in Egypt, England, and New York City. Most notable of Snøhetta’s projects are the Alexandria Library in Egypt, the National Opera and Ballet in Oslo, Norway, and the soon to be completed National September 11th Memorial Museum Pavilion at the World Trade Center site in New York City.
Following the program, we will gather for drinks and light hors d’oeuvres in the lobby.