Arctic Salmon Center

Described by Archello as “a landmark on the ocean shore,” the Arctic Salmon Center in Skutvik, Hamarøya, Nordland, Norway is a stunning structure. Designed by Norwegian architects Norconsult, the center is located on a mountain ledge overlooking the ferry connection between Svolvær and Skutvik, offering a view of the fish farm in the sea. The Steni Vision panels create an illusion of salmon scales, while the contrasting shading helps downplay the building’s height and merge it into the landscape. Located in a harsh marine environment, exposed to incessant seafoam, wind, and snow, the building is not easy to access. This required a façade material that can endure long periods without maintenance.